Sony FE 16-35mm F/2.8 GM II Wide Angle Zoom Lens

The FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II delivers dynamic wide-angle perspectives with extraordinary resolution and bokeh while maximizing the speed and performance of advanced camera bodies. Unequalled AF performance provides significant advantages for stills and movies with a versatile lens that is also the smallest and lightest of its kind.

Breathtaking G Master resolution 

High spatial resolution results in detailed rendering right out to the image edges throughout the 16-35 mm zoom range, even with the lens wide open. Five aspherical elements include three XA (extreme aspherical) elements, and aberration is effectively controlled for an outstanding blend of high resolution and gorgeous bokeh.

Extraordinary resolution and bokeh 

Smooth, beautiful bokeh is made possible by a large F2.8 maximum aperture, innovative optical design, and an advanced 11-blade aperture unit. The FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II also offers outstanding close-up performance with a minimum focusing distance of 0.22 m (0.73 ft) throughout the zoom range and a maximum magnification of 0.32x. Get close for dynamic perspectives while deep bokeh adds extra expressive capability.

Refined for outstanding movie imagery 

Reduced focus breathing, focus shift, and axis shift when zooming contribute to smooth movie imagery, while XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors and an advanced aperture unit reduce noise and vibration. A centre of gravity that changes very little contributes to agile, stable manoeuvrability when shooting handheld, and eliminates the need for readjustment after changing the zoom setting when using a gimbal.

AF that is smooth, precise, quiet, and lightning-fast 

The FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II uses a floating focus mechanism that includes four original XD Linear Motors and precise lens control for up to approx. 2x2 higher AF speed. Continuous shooting at up to 30 fps is possible with Sony’s α1 body3. It reliably acquires focus and smoothly tracks subjects, easily achieving the critical focus required for slow-motion and 4K/8K movies.

The world’s smallest and lightest 2 in its class 

Even though it is the smallest and lightest F2.8 16-35 mm zoom in the world2, the FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II delivers extraordinary imaging quality thanks to XA elements and Super ED glass (extra-low dispersion) in an advanced optical design. Lightweight high-thrust XD Linear Motors further contribute to a low overall weight of just 547 grams (19.3 oz.). That’s about 20% lighter than the E 16-35mm F2.8 GM. The overall length is a compact 111.5 mm(4-1/2 in.).

Professional control and reliability 

A click ON/OFF switch and lock switch offer flexible aperture control, while two focus hold buttons provide convenient access for horizontal or vertical shooting. One function can be assigned to the focus hold buttons from the body menus. All seams feature structural sealing, buttons and switches are fitted with silicone rubber gaskets, and a rubber ring seals the lens mount for protection against dust and moisture.

Features

• Updated both inside and out with a second-generation design
• Evolved image quality with high resolution right into the corners
• Reduced chromatic aberration across the zoom range
• Fast AF powered by four XD Linear Motors
• Shorter and 20% lighter thanks to a floating mechanism
• Improved control and reliability
• Ideal for video with a gimbal stabiliser-friendly design and reduced focus breathing
• Effective stabilisation when combined with in-camera Active / Dynamic modes
• Nano AR Coating II reduces flare and ghosting
• Fluorine-coated front element
• Dust and moisture-resistant design
• 11-bladed circular aperture
• 0.22m minimum focus distance (across the whole zoom) and higher 0.32x magnification
• Comprehensive lens controls and customisable options

Tech Specs 

Lens mount - Sony E-mount
Format - 35 mm full frame
Focal length (mm) - 16-35
35mm equivalent focal-length (APS-C) (mm) - 24-52.5
Lens construction (groups-elements) - 12/15
Angle of view (35mm) - 107º-63º
Angle of view (APS-C) - 83º-44º
Aperture range (F) - f/2.8 - f/22
Number of aperture blades - 11
Circular aperture - Yes
Minimum focus distance (m) - 0.22m across the entire range
Maximum Magnifaction Ratio (x) - 0.32x
Filter Diameter (mm) - 82
Weight - 547g (19.3oz.)

What's in the box -
• Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II Lens
• Petal shape, bayonet type Lens Hood VX9548
• Lens cap