Sony FE 16–35 mm f/2.8 GM II Lens – World’s Most Compact Professional Wide-Angle Zoom
The Sony FE 16–35 mm f/2.8 GM II is Sony’s latest flagship wide-angle zoom lens, delivering stunning G Master-level image quality in a remarkably compact form. Weighing just 547 g with a length of 111.5 mm, it’s around 20% lighter and smaller than its predecessor-making it the world’s smallest and lightest F2.8 16–35 mm zoom.
Packed with advanced optics—three XA elements, Super-ED and ED glass—this lens ensures exceptional sharpness, contrast, and corner-to-corner resolution. It also produces smooth, pleasing bokeh and is weather-sealed with fluorine-coated front for durability in challenging conditions Autofocus is driven by four XD Linear Motors, enabling ultra-fast, precise, and near-silent AF suitable for high-speed burst shooting up to 30 fps and professional 4K/8K video. Additional pro-level features include an aperture ring with click-on/off and iris lock, focus-hold buttons, internal zoom design, and a locking lens hood.
- World’s smallest/lightest F2.8 16–35 mm zoom – 547 g, 111.5 mm
- Constant f/2.8 aperture for creative control in any light
Premium optics: 3 XA, Super-ED, ED, Nano AR II, fluorine coating - Four XD Linear AF motors – super-fast, smooth, audio-friendly autofocus
- 11-blade diaphragm yields creamy bokeh
- User controls: Aperture ring (click on/off), iris lock, focus-hold buttons
- Weather-sealed, internal zoom – built for fieldwork
- 0.22 m close focus, 0.32× magnification for creative framing
