Lens Comparison
Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II vs Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM
Key Differences
- Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II has a better min focus distance (22 cm vs 38 cm).
- Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II has a better weight (547g (1.21 lb) vs 918g (2.02 lb)).
- Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM has a better maximum aperture (f/2 vs f/2.8).
- Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II has a better price (msrp) ($2,299 vs $2,899).
- Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II has a better length (111.5mm vs 139.8mm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 16-35mm | 28-70mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 15 | 20 |
| Optical Groups | 12 | 14 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 107° – 63° | 75° – 34° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | XD Linear | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 22 cm | 38 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.32x | 0.23x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | Yes |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $2,299 | $2,899 |
| Filter Size | 82mm | 86mm |
| Diameter | 87.8mm | 92.9mm |
| Length | 111.5mm | 139.8mm |
| Weight | 547g (1.21 lb) | 918g (2.02 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
