Lens Details
Sony
FE 16mm f/1.8 G
$1,099~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: March 28, 2025
Highlights
- Full-frame 16mm f/1.8 ultra-wide prime for Sony E, ideal for sweeping vistas and tight interiors.
- The bright f/1.8 aperture delivers a shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, a dedicated aperture ring for video and manual control, and it is lightweight at 394g.
Who it's for
The Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G is a 16mm f/1.8 prime lens — a wide-angle option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Low light and subject separation — a fast f/1.8 aperture.
- ✓Landscapes, interiors and architecture — a wide 16mm field of view.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
16mm
Focal Length
f/1.8
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
394g
Weight
72mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 16mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 11 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 107° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 25 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.19x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $1,099 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 72mm |
| Diameter | 78.5mm |
| Length | 84.5mm |
| Weight | 394g (13.9 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
