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Sony FE 16-25mm f2.8 G Lens

Sony FE 16-25mm f2.8 G Lens

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$1,198.00at Nelson Photo & VideoChecked Nov 12

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  • Last seen at $1,198.00 at Nelson Photo & Video on Nov 12.
  • Checked at 11 stores.

Our take on the Sony FE 16-25mm f2.8 G Lens

The Sony FE 16-25mm f2.8 G is a compact full-frame wide-angle zoom for Sony E-mount cameras, covering 16mm to 25mm at a constant f2.8. It uses three ED and four aspherical elements, including one ED aspherical, to keep resolution high and suppress flare and color fringing across the range. Two linear motors drive fast, quiet autofocus, and the lens is built for travel and landscape work where a wide, bright zoom needs to stay light. It sits below Sony's 16-35mm f2.8 GM in reach and price tier, trading the extra 10mm of telephoto for a smaller, lighter body.

Best forLandscape and cityscape shootersTravel photographers who want a light wide zoomSony full-frame owners needing a fast f2.8 wide angleVideo shooters who want quiet autofocus
Pros
  • Constant f2.8 aperture across the whole 16-25mm range
  • Compact and light for a full-frame f2.8 wide zoom
  • Three ED and four aspherical elements for sharp, clean rendering
  • Fast, quiet linear-motor autofocus
  • Good match for Sony's smaller full-frame bodies
Cons
  • Limited 25mm long end compared with 16-35mm zooms
  • No optical stabilization, relying on in-body stabilization
  • G lens, not GM: some rivals offer a brighter or wider range
  • Wide aperture at 16mm can show soft corners wide open

Sony FE 16-25mm f2.8 G Lens prices at every store

  • ExcellentPhotoNew

    In stockShips from Canada · priced in CAD (CA$1,498.00) · duties may applyReturn policy

    $1,052.34Checked Nov 12
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  • PROCAM Photo & Video GearNew

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    $1,198.00Checked Nov 12
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  • K&M CameraNew

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    $1,198.00Checked Nov 12
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  • Nelson Photo & VideoNew

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    $1,198.00Checked Nov 12
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    $1,199.99Checked Nov 12
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    $1,298.00Checked Nov 12
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Sony FE 16-25mm f2.8 G Lens price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,198.00 on Nov 12 at Amazon. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 12.

What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the 16-25mm f2.8 G as a sharp, well-built wide zoom that stays small enough to carry all day. Most praise its corner-to-corner sharpness stopped down and its fast, quiet focus. The main complaint is the short 25mm reach, which forces a lens swap for normal focal lengths.

What people mention
  • SharpnessPraisedReviewers find it sharp across the frame, with the best results a stop or two down from wide open.
  • Size and weightPraisedOwners like that it stays light and compact for a constant f2.8 full-frame zoom.
  • Focal rangeCriticisedThe 25mm long end is called limiting, since many shooters want at least 28-35mm before switching lenses.
  • AutofocusPraisedFocus is described as fast and quiet, working well for both stills and video.
  • Corner sharpnessMixedCorners are softer at f2.8 and clean up when stopped down.
  • VignettingCriticisedSome reviewers note visible vignetting wide open, corrected in-camera or in editing.

About the Sony FE 16-25mm f2.8 G Lens

The Sony FE 16-25mm f2.8 G Lens is a compact full-frame wide-angle zoom for α-series cameras. It covers focal lengths from ultra-wide 16mm to wide 25mm with a constant maximum aperture of F2.8. The lens suits scenery, cityscapes, travel and general snapshots, and it is also suited to movie shooting by hand, on gimbals or on drones.

The optical design uses three ED (Extra low Dispersion) glass elements and four aspherical elements, including one ED Aspherical element. This corrects spherical and chromatic aberrations and minimizes flare, ghosting and color bleeding. An 11-blade circular aperture unit produces smooth bokeh.

Two Linear Motors drive fast, quiet autofocus that tracks subjects at high frame rates for stills and movies. The lens has dedicated rings for focus, zoom and aperture, plus customizable buttons. Linear Response MF gives immediate manual focus control. Minimum focus distance is 17cm (6.72") at 16mm in manual focus.

Focal length
16-25mm
Maximum aperture
Constant F2.8
Format
Full-frame
Mount
Sony α-series (FE)
Lens elements
3 ED glass elements, 4 aspherical elements (including 1 ED Aspherical)
Aperture blades
11, circular
Autofocus
2 Linear Motors
Minimum focus
17cm (6.72") at 16mm, manual focus
Filter thread
67mm
Weather resistance
Dust and moisture resistant
Coating
Fluorine coating on front element
Controls

Questions and answers

Is the 16-25mm f2.8 G worth it over the 16-35mm f2.8 GM?
It is smaller, lighter and covers a narrower range. Choose it if you mostly shoot ultra-wide and want to save weight; choose the 16-35mm GM if you need the extra reach and the GM rendering.
Does it work on APS-C Sony bodies?
Yes, it mounts on E-mount APS-C cameras, where it behaves like a 24-37.5mm equivalent. It is designed for full-frame sensors, so you carry more glass than an APS-C-only lens needs.
Does it have optical stabilization?
No. It relies on the camera's in-body stabilization, which most recent Sony full-frame bodies have.
Is it weather sealed?
Sony builds it with dust and moisture resistance, but it is not waterproof, so use care in heavy rain.
What is in the box?
The lens, front and rear caps, and a lens hood. A pouch is not included.
Is the aperture ring clickable?
Yes, it has an aperture ring with a click stop that can be switched off for silent video use.
Where is the Sony FE 16-25mm f2.8 G Lens cheapest?
At Nelson Photo & Video, for $1,198.00, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Sony FE 16-25mm f2.8 G Lens?
11 stores we checked sell it, including PROCAM Photo & Video Gear, Pictureline, Pro Camera Hawaii, Pro Photo Supply, K&M Camera.

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