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Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens
Weight | 409 g |
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Dimensions | 91.4 × 74.8 mm |
Aperture Aperture, measured in f-stops, controls light entering a camera lens and affects image depth. Lower f-stops allow more light and blur backgrounds, while higher f-stops are better for well-lit, sharp landscapes. It\'s a key factor in choosing between prime and zoom lenses for desired photographic effects. |
f/2.8 |
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Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens Overview
The Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G is a versatile wide-angle zoom lens designed for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras. This compact and lightweight lens delivers exceptional image quality throughout its zoom range, making it an ideal choice for landscape, architecture, and street photography. With its constant F2.8 aperture, advanced autofocus technology, and impressive close-focusing capabilities, the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G is a must-have lens for photographers and videographers seeking a high-performance wide-angle solution.
Key Features
- 16-25mm wide-angle zoom range
- Constant F2.8 aperture
- Advanced optics with ED and aspherical elements
- Compact and lightweight design
- Fast and precise XD Linear Motor autofocus
- Close-focusing capabilities (0.18m at wide end)
- Professional video features (Focus Breathing Compensation, Active Mode IS)
- Customisable focus hold button
- Dust and moisture-resistant construction
- 11-blade circular aperture for smooth bokeh
User Benefits
- Versatile wide-angle shooting for landscapes, architecture, and interiors
- Excellent low-light performance with bright F2.8 aperture
- Exceptional image quality with sharp, high-contrast results
- Lightweight and portable for easy travel and all-day shooting comfort
- Quick and accurate autofocus for capturing fast-moving subjects
- Unique close-up perspectives for creative shots
- Elevate your video projects with professional features and smooth footage
- Customise the focus hold button to suit your shooting style
- Shoot confidently in challenging weather conditions
- Create stunning bokeh effects for professional-looking images
Features In Detail

Wide-angle Versatility
The Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens offers a versatile wide-angle zoom range, covering focal lengths from 16mm to 25mm. This makes it an ideal choice for a variety of shooting scenarios, including landscapes, architecture, interiors, and even group photos. With this lens in your kit, you’ll be able to capture stunning, expansive images that showcase the grandeur of your surroundings.
Constant F2.8 Aperture
One of the standout features of the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G is its constant F2.8 maximum aperture. This bright aperture allows you to shoot in low-light conditions with ease, ensuring you can capture sharp, well-exposed images even when natural light is scarce. The wide aperture also provides excellent control over depth of field, allowing you to create beautiful bokeh effects that help your subjects stand out.
Advanced Optical Design
Sony has engineered the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens with an advanced optical design to deliver exceptional image quality. The lens incorporates three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements and four aspherical elements, including one ED aspherical element. This combination of elements effectively minimises chromatic aberration, reduces distortion, and ensures sharp, high-contrast images from edge to edge.
Compact and Lightweight
Despite its advanced optical design and constant F2.8 aperture, the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens remains remarkably compact and lightweight. This makes it an ideal choice for photographers and videographers who value portability without compromising on performance. The lens’s lightweight design ensures that you can comfortably shoot all day without feeling weighed down.
Fast and Precise Autofocus
The Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens incorporates two XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors, which provide fast, quiet, and precise autofocus performance. This advanced autofocus system ensures that you can quickly and accurately capture even the most fleeting moments, making it perfect for street photography, events, and other fast-paced shooting situations.
Impressive Close-focusing Capabilities
With a minimum focus distance of just 0.18m (0.59ft) at the wide end, the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens allows you to get up close and personal with your subjects. This close-focusing capability opens up a world of creative possibilities, enabling you to capture unique perspectives and intricate details that might otherwise go unnoticed.
Professional Video Features
The FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens is not just a fantastic choice for stills, but also for video. The lens supports advanced video features such as Focus Breathing Compensation, which minimises the change in angle of view when focusing, ensuring a more professional look to your footage. Additionally, the lens is compatible with Active Mode Image Stabilisation, which helps to reduce camera shake and deliver smooth, stable video, even when shooting handheld.
Durable and Reliable
Construction Built to withstand the rigours of professional use, the Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens features a dust and moisture-resistant design. This means you can confidently shoot in challenging environmental conditions without worrying about the lens’s performance or longevity. The lens’s durable construction ensures that it will be a reliable partner for years to come, no matter where your photography adventures take you.
Photography Styles Suitable For this Lens

Landscape Photography
The wide-angle perspective of the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens makes it an excellent choice for capturing expansive landscapes. From sweeping vistas to intimate scenic details, this lens allows you to create stunning images that showcase the beauty of the natural world.
Architecture Photography
With its ability to capture wide, dramatic angles, the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens is a fantastic tool for architectural photography. Whether you’re shooting towering skyscrapers or intricate interiors, this lens helps you create images that highlight the unique lines, patterns, and shapes of the built environment.
Interior Photography
The wide-angle focal length range of the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens is perfect for interior photography. It allows you to capture entire rooms or tight spaces in a single frame, making it ideal for real estate photography, hospitality photography, or documenting interior design projects.
Street Photography
The compact size and wide-angle perspective of the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens make it a great choice for street photography. You can easily capture candid moments, interesting characters, and dynamic urban scenes while remaining discreet and agile.
Environmental Portraits
The wide-angle zoom range of the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens is well-suited for environmental portraits. By incorporating more of the subject’s surroundings, you can create portraits that tell a story and provide context, adding depth and interest to your images.
Event Photography
Whether you’re capturing a wedding, a concert, or a corporate event, the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens’s wide-angle perspective and fast F2.8 aperture make it a valuable tool. You can easily photograph large groups, capture the energy of the event, and create immersive images that transport the viewer into the scene.
Travel Photography
The compact size and versatile focal length range of the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens make it an excellent companion for travel photography. From capturing iconic landmarks to documenting local culture and everyday life, this lens allows you to create a diverse range of images that showcase the essence of your travel experiences.
Astrophotography
The fast F2.8 aperture and wide-angle perspective of the FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens make it a great choice for astrophotography. You can capture stunning images of the night sky, including the Milky Way, star trails, and other celestial wonders, with excellent sharpness and minimal distortion.
What’s In The Box?
- Hood (model): ALC-SH178
- Lens front cap: ALC-F67S
- Lens rear cap: ALC-R1EM
- Case: Not included
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Frequently Asked Questions
What camera mounts is the Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens compatible with?
The Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens is designed for Sony E-mount cameras, both full-frame and APS-C models.
Is the Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens weather-sealed?
Yes, the lens features a dust and moisture-resistant design, making it suitable for use in challenging outdoor conditions.
Does the Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens have image stabilization?
No, the lens itself does not have built-in image stabilization. However, it is compatible with Sony camera bodies that feature in-body image stabilization (IBIS).
Can I use filters with the Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens?
Yes, the lens has a 67mm filter diameter, allowing you to use circular filters such as UV, polarizing, or neutral density filters.
How close can the Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens focus?
The minimum focus distance is 0.18m (0.59ft) at the wide end and 0.24m (0.79ft) at the telephoto end when using autofocus. When using manual focus, the minimum focus distance is 0.17m (0.56ft) at the wide end and 0.22m (0.73ft) at the telephoto end.
Does the Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens come with a lens hood?
Yes, the lens comes with a petal-shaped, bayonet-type lens hood (model ALC-SH178).
Is the Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens good for video?
Yes, the lens features fast and quiet autofocus, minimal focus breathing, and a compact design, making it well-suited for video use.
What is the weight of the Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens?
The lens weighs approximately 409g (14.5 oz), making it relatively lightweight for a wide-angle zoom lens with a constant F2.8 aperture.
What Do We Think? – A Campkins Cameras Lens Review
The Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens is an absolute game-changer for Sony E-mount users.
First off, the 16-25mm focal range is incredibly versatile, making it perfect for capturing stunning landscapes, tight interiors, and dynamic street scenes. The constant F2.8 aperture is a huge advantage, ensuring excellent low-light performance and beautiful bokeh throughout the zoom range.
Sony has gone all-out to make this lens compact and lightweight. I can already picture myself carrying this lens around all day without feeling weighed down. Plus, the dust and moisture-resistant construction means you can shoot confidently even in challenging conditions.
The advanced optical design, featuring ED and aspherical elements, promises exceptional sharpness and contrast. With the fast and precise autofocus, courtesy of the XD Linear Motors, capturing even the most fleeting moments should be a piece of cake.
The Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G lens is going to be a hit with a wide range of photographers. Whether you’re a professional landscape shooter, a passionate travel enthusiast, or someone who loves capturing the energy of city life, this lens is an excellent addition to your kit.
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Specifications
Specification | Value |
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Mount | Sony FE-mount |
Format | 35mm full-frame |
Focal Length | 16-25mm |
35mm Equivalent Focal Length (APS-C) | 24-37.5mm |
Lens Groups / Elements | 13-16 |
Angle of View (35mm) | 107°-82° |
Angle of View (APS-C) | 83°-59° |
Maximum Aperture | F2.8 |
Minimum Aperture | F22 |
Aperture Blades | 11 |
Circular Aperture | Yes |
Minimum Focus Distance | 0.18m (Wide) – 0.24m (Tele) (AF), 0.17m (Wide) – 0.22m (Tele) (MF) |
Maximum Magnification Ratio | 0.20x (AF), 0.23x (MF) |
Filter Diameter | 67mm |
Image Stabilization (SteadyShot) | Not included (In-body stabilization) |
Zoom System | Manual |
Teleconverter Compatibility | Not compatible |
Hood Type | Petal shape, bayonet type |
Dimensions (Diameter x Length) | 74.8mm x 91.4mm |
Weight | 409g |
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Overview
Weight | 409 g |
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Dimensions | 91.4 × 74.8 mm |
Aperture Aperture, measured in f-stops, controls light entering a camera lens and affects image depth. Lower f-stops allow more light and blur backgrounds, while higher f-stops are better for well-lit, sharp landscapes. It\'s a key factor in choosing between prime and zoom lenses for desired photographic effects. |
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Brand | |
Filter Thread Size (mm) |
67 |
Best For Best For - indicates the photography styles and scenarios where the lens or camera excels. This will help you choose equipment suited to your preferred subjects for landscapes, portraits, sports, or macro photography. | , , , , , , |
Lens Mount | |
Lens Type | |
Warranty |
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