Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm f/2.8 ZA SSM Review

Sony's ultra-wideangle has a fixed f2.8 aperture to set it apart from the crowd. But at £1400 is it worth every penny? The What Digital Camera Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm f/2.8 ZA SSM lens review...

Product Overview

Overall rating:

91%

Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm f/2.8 ZA SSM

Image Quality:90%
Performance:90%
Value:85%
Overall score:91%
Features:95%
Design:95%

Pros:

  • Lightweight and very affordable

Cons:

  • Softness and sluggish AF

Product:

Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm f/2.8 ZA SSM Review

Manufacturer:

Price as reviewed:

£1,400.00

Sample images

Details

Sample Photos: See sample image gallery
Minimum Aperture:22 (constant)
Lens Mount:Sony Alpha
Filter Thread:77mm
Other:T* coating, aspherical elements, ED glass, SSM AF
Minimum Focus:0.28m
Lens Construction:17 elements in 13 groups
Weight:860g
Maximum Aperture:2.8 (constant)
(APS-C):12-26mm approx
35mm Equivalent Focal Length:16-35mm
Dimensions:83 x 114mm
Focal Length:16-35mm
Maximum Format Size:Full frame
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