Sony E 16mm f/2.8
Optical design
Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value 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 mm.Physical characteristics
Weights 67 grams so convinient to carry. 22 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities.Sony E 16mm f/2.8 purchase historyStable
Prices have held steady across 104 months of tracked sales — pay around the $179.50 fair value and watch for outliers below it.
Best deals
891 of 1713 tracked sales (52%) closed at or under the $179.50 fair value.
- Jun 23, 2025$14.00$-165.50 / typical
- Apr 21, 2025$15.00$-164.50 / typical
- Jun 23, 2025$15.00$-164.50 / typical
- Apr 21, 2025$16.00$-163.50 / typical
- Jun 23, 2025$16.00$-163.50 / typical
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Reviews
Thrilled with my new 16-35mm f2.8 Sony GM lens This Master lens by Sony is superb. The quality of my images ae excellent. Very happy. It's slightly heavier than I thought it would be but that's because of the quality glass (plus f2.8) but still lighter than the GM 24-70 f2.8. I had no problem carrying it all day.
Great color and sharp Having the lens for a few weeks now it meets all the expectation. Like everyone else I wish I bought it sooner. Not as big as some reviews say it is just not the case. After having the Sony 16-35 F4 for a few years I just never felt the need to upgrade the same focal length now I see it was worth it
Outstanding Lens, a little pricey, but absolutely worth it! This is by-far the best zoom lens built. It has a solid construction with, currently, the sharpest image quality for a zoom lens. It's a little more expensive than several other lens but you will not find a sharper image in a zoom. This lens ranks higher than several prime lens, check the DxO Mark rating for the lens and you will be convinced this is the lens to buy. The f-stop allows you to take photos with quicker shutter speed while maintaining a crisp picture. If you do not want to be stuck carrying several prime lens, maybe this is your alternative. I like the ability to find a great spot to shoot landscapes then fine tune the lens for the composition I want.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Sony E 16mm f/2.8?
Sony E 16mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 16mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Sony E mount, supporting the Aps-c format, weighing 67g.
What mount is the Sony E 16mm f/2.8 compatible with?
Sony E 16mm f/2.8 uses a Sony E mount and supports the Aps-c format.
How much does the Sony E 16mm f/2.8 cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Sony E 16mm f/2.8 typically sells for around $14.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Sony E 16mm f/2.8 a good lens?
Sony E 16mm f/2.8 has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 6 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Sony E 16mm f/2.8?
Similar lenses include 7Artisans 12mm f/2.8, 7Artisans 15mm f/4, Hasselblad Lunar LF 16mm f/2.8.