Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS

The Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS shows some distortion, which is typical for a lens of its type, but it's one of the best full-frame ultra-wide angle zooms that we've tested.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm  1

Product details

  • Ideal for landscapes and the a7 series of full frame cameras, ZEISS T (T star) coating to reduce flare and ghosting
  • Minimum Focus Distance: 0.92 feet (0.28 m), Maximum Magnification ratio: 0. 19x, Focal-Length: 5/8 - 1-3/8 Inches
  • Three ED glass elements suppress chromatic distortion, constant F4 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range
  • Built-in Optical Steady Shot image stabilization, dust and moisture resistant design
  • Angle of View (35 mm)107°-63° Angle of View (APS-C) 83°-44°. Weight- 18.3 ounce.Optical Design : 12 Elements in 10 Groups
  • Mounting Type: Sony E

PROS

+ Sharp throughout range.
+ Optically stabilized design.
+ Compact.
+ Ultra-wide field of view.
+ Dust and moisture resistant design.

CONS

- Distortion throughout zoom range.
- Pricey.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on January 27, 2015
The Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS shows some distortion, which is typical for a lens of its type, but it's one of the best full-frame ultra-wide angle zooms that we've tested.
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