Lens Details
Sony
Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm f/4 ZA OSS
$649~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: October 25, 2013
Highlights
- Designed for Sony E, a APS-C 16-70mm f/4 zoom that is a go-to all-rounder.
- An optical formula of 12 elements in 9 groups helps control aberrations and flare.
- Optical stabilization for sharper handheld shots, and it is lightweight at 308g.
Who it's for
The Sony Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm f/4 ZA OSS is a 16-70mm f/4 zoom lens — a standard zoom option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Everyday, travel and events — a versatile 16-70mm walkaround range.
- ✓Handheld stills and video — optical stabilisation smooths shake.
Keep in mind
- !Aperture tops out at f/4 — less low-light headroom and background blur than faster lenses.
16-70mm
Focal Length
f/4
Max Aperture
APS-C
Coverage
○
Stabilized
308g
Weight
55mm
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Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 16-70mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 12 |
| Optical Groups | 9 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | No |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | APS-C |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 83° – 23° |
| 35mm Equivalent | 24-105mm |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | DDSSM |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 35 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.23x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $649 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 55mm |
| Diameter | 66.6mm |
| Length | 75mm |
| Weight | 308g (10.9 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
