Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 DT Vario-Sonnar T*
Optical design
Average brightness in this league Has 7 aperture blades, mid-grade lenses usually have this amount of blades. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Full frame equivalent focal length is 24.0-120.0 mm.Physical characteristics
With a lens filter diameter of 62 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter you may want to use a step-up ring and 67 or 77mm filter. 83 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 440 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 DT Vario-Sonnar T* purchase historyStable
Prices have held steady across 14 months of tracked sales — pay around the $153.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.
Best deals
49 of 95 tracked sales (52%) closed at or under the $153.00 fair value.
- May 24, 2025$54.00$-99.00 / typical
- May 24, 2025$55.00$-98.00 / typical
- May 24, 2025$56.00$-97.00 / typical
- May 11, 2025$60.00$-93.00 / typical
- May 11, 2025$61.00$-92.00 / typical
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Super sharp lens for the a350 I really like the sony Alpha 350 for it's resolution and live view. I have been quite happy with the kit lens that comes with it, the Sony 18-70mm, but to take full advantage of the camera's 14 meg. resolution I read on the web about the Zeiss lens. I finally got one and now see the difference this class of glass makes! The zoom, 16-80mm, makes this lens practical for just about every photo opportunity I encounter. The detail that the lens captures has my Canon and Nikon friends wondering about their systems. My camera is quite big and heavy now but I do not mind, This lens is great! Sorry about the macro though… not great. But if you are looking for a very sharp, general purpose all-round premium lens go for this one you will not be disappointed.
Zeiss legend lives on I have always wanting to acquire this lens since I have always been a Sony DSLR camera owner. What a lovely, sharp, crisp pictures it produces every time shutter is pressed! Beautifully takes portraits too at 50mm focal length. Recommeded to the all Sony users!
BEST!! This is the best lens...on many counts, Its the cheapest in the Zeiss line up and the most versatile. 16mm (24mm eqv) is a good wide angle and the next moment u can shoot at 120mm eq...there is no other lens to beat this versatility. There is the Sony 16-105, but cant compete with Zeiss in Image quality. Pictures are sharp, vibrant, gr8 contrast and saturation...so good that I do not need any post processing. On a 24 MP sony A65, using the 2X digital zoom makes it a 10X zoom lens and to my surprise THERE IS NO LOSS OF QUALITY in the 2X CROP!!!! this remains on my camera 99% of the times. I use the 50mm minolta f1.7 only in low light. All other times, this lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 DT Vario-Sonnar T*?
Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 DT Vario-Sonnar T* is a camera lens with 16-80mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/3.5/22, for the Minolta A, Sony A mount, supporting the Aps-c format, weighing 440g.
What mount is the Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 DT Vario-Sonnar T* compatible with?
Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 DT Vario-Sonnar T* uses a Minolta A, Sony A mount and supports the Aps-c format.
How much does the Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 DT Vario-Sonnar T* cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 DT Vario-Sonnar T* typically sells for around $54.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 DT Vario-Sonnar T* a good lens?
Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 DT Vario-Sonnar T* has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 62 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 DT Vario-Sonnar T*?
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