Lens Comparison
Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G vs Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS
Key Differences
- Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4).
- Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G has a better aperture blades (9 vs 7).
- Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS has a better weight (426g (15.0 oz) vs 494g (1.09 lb)).
- Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G has a better min focus distance (35 cm vs 40 cm).
- Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS has a better length (94.5mm vs 99.6mm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 16-55mm | 24-70mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 17 | 12 |
| Optical Groups | 13 | 10 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | No |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | APS-C | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 24-83mm | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Linear | DDSSM |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 35 cm | 40 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 0.2x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,299 | $1,299 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 73.3mm | 73mm |
| Length | 99.6mm | 94.5mm |
| Weight | 494g (1.09 lb) | 426g (15.0 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
