Sony FE 16-25mm f/2.8 G

Compact, fast, and sharp wide-angle G lens

Sony FE 16-25mm f/2.8 G
82/100
LENS SCORE
Features 17
Performance 18
Durability 16
Price 13
Usability 18
Brand Sony
Model SEL1625G

Key Features

OPTICS 16 elements in 13 groups with ED and Aspherical elements
APERTURE Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture with 11-blade circular diaphragm
AUTOFOCUS Dual XD linear motors for fast, quiet, precise AF
CLOSE FOCUS Minimum focus distance of 0.18m (AF) / 0.17m (MF)
VIDEO Minimized focus breathing and linear response manual focus
STABILIZATION Relies on camera-based IBIS; no optical stabilization
SIZE Compact and lightweight design optimized for portability
VIEWFINDER N/A
DISPLAY N/A
CONNECTIVITY N/A
MEMORY CARD N/A
WEATHER SEALING Dust and moisture resistant design for reliability
BATTERY LIFE N/A

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Sony FE 16-25mm f/2.8 G

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✓ Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✓ Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present

How-to Use Sony FE 16-25mm f/2.8 G

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Wide-angle Zoom
Mount Sony E-mount
Focal Length 16-25mm
Aperture f/2.8 - f/22
Elements/Groups 16/13
Diaphragm Blades 11
Min Focus Distance 0.18m (AF) / 0.17m (MF)
Filter Thread 67mm
Stabilization None (Body-dependent)
Focus Motor Dual XD Linear Motors
Weather Sealing Yes
Weight 409g
Dimensions 74.8 x 91.4 mm