Product Comparison: Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS vs Sony Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS


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Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS Zoom Lens
Sony Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Zoom Lens
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General Specifications
Brand
Sony
Sony
Model
Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS
Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
A 16mm to 35mm wide-angle zoom range coupled with effective built-in optical image stabilisation makes this lens an excellent choice for snapshots, indoor scenes, group shots, landscapes, and more, especially with a full-frame α7 series body.
This lightweight mid-range zoom combines renowned ZEISS optical performance with a constant F4 maximum aperture for consistently fine performance throughout the zoom range.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Sony E
Sony E
Maximum Aperture
4 /f
4 /f
Minimum Focal Length
16 millimeters
16 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
35 millimeters
70 millimeters
Lens Type
Zoom
Zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS Zoom Lens
  • The constant aperture is appreciated and, given the high ISO capability of modern cameras, a maximum of f/4 works for me.
  • Very sharp at every focal length.
  • Good contrast and color.
  • Great lens, especially for the price.
  • This is a great ultra-wide angle zoom lens.
Sony Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Zoom Lens
  • This lens is sharp at all apertures.
  • For me 16mm to 70mm is the perfect focal range.
  • The constant aperture of f4 is very useful.
  • I really do enjoy this lens. Constant f4 aperture, well built, lightweight, good quality optics.
  • The biggest pitfall is the fairly slow f/4 aperture.
Size & Weight
Height
3.1 in.
2.62 in.
Width
3.1 in.
2.62 in.
Depth
3.9 in.
2.95 in.
Weight
18.3 oz.
10.9 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS Zoom Lens
  • The size and weight to be ideal.
  • The size complements well to any a7 camera.
  • This thing gives the super light A7RII a nice weight to it.
  • Not too heavy and fairly decent in low light on Sony a7RII.
  • Excellent weight, perfectly balanced with the camera.
Sony Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Zoom Lens
  • It's a nice compact travel zoom lens.
  • Very well balanced with the A6000.
  • It is the perfect size and weight lens for the camera. Very well built.
  • Excellent zoom range and size on A6000.
  • The size of the lens is good and feels solid.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
11.04 in.
13.8 in.
Field Of View
FX 107° - 63° / DX 83° - 44°
83° - 23°
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Imaging"
Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS Zoom Lens
  • Super sharp focus, great image stability, perfect for close to mid-range shoot.
  • Excellent build operation and images.
  • The lens feels good, has a quality feel to the zoom and focus ring, comes with a lens bag and lens hood.
  • This lens performed well and is optically very decent.
  • Wonderfully sharp, great stabilization and nice zoom range.
Sony Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Zoom Lens
  • Good construction and quick focus.
  • It is sharp and the colors are vivid with this lens.
  • Focus is lightning fast. Construction is top notch.
  • Focus is near silent and the zoom is silky.
  • It's well built, lightweight and both the zoom and focus rings are precise and smooth.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Sony
Sony
Sensor Type Compatibility
FX Format / DX Format
DX-format
Lens Groups and Elements
12 Elements in 10 Groups
16 elements in 12 groups
Number of Aperture Blades
7
7
Filter Diameter
72 millimeters
55 millimeters
Extras
ZEISS® T* coating, Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, Dust and moisture resistant design, ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass
ZEISS® T* coating, Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass
What customers say about "Features"
Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS Zoom Lens
  • Good build and the optics are solid.
  • The 16-35 Zeiss is a very sharp, well constructed lens.
  • Great lens with fantastic images.
  • Fantastic build quality.
  • The lens is all metal and feels extremely solid and smooth, well done Sony.
Sony Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Zoom Lens
  • Build quality and handling is excellent.
  • It takes very good, sharp images.
  • The build quality is excellent, the impression is of great solidity.
  • Great for a zoom lens. Nice contrast and color.
  • Lens has super sharp focus and great image quality.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Manual
Download
Download
MSRP
1349.99 $
999.99 $

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