The versatile 16 mm to 70 mm zoom range covers most shooting conditions.
It is specifically designed for Sony E-mount cameras with an APS-C sensor.
It offers an exceptionally practical mid-range focal length coverage, from wide-angle to telephoto.
It lets you easily capture a wide variety of subjects without changing lenses.
Its compact, practical size makes it easy to carry throughout the day.
It is an ideal choice for travel photography, landscapes, portraits, and everyday videos.
The Sony Vario-Tessar T* E lens is a constant-aperture zoom lens for cameras with an APS-C sensor and a Sony E mount. Its 16–70 mm focal length range covers landscape, wildlife and sports photography, as well as video production. The ZEISS T* coating reduces reflections and ghosting, helping preserve sharpness, color and contrast.
Four aspherical elements, including one AA element, are combined with an ED glass element. The constant maximum aperture of F4 throughout the zoom range keeps exposure settings consistent as the focal length changes. Built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization compensates for camera shake when shooting handheld, while the linear actuator operates smoothly and quietly.
- Type: Standard Zoom
- Style: Constant-aperture zoom
- Focal length range: 16–70 mm
- Maximum aperture: f/4
- Minimum aperture: f/22
- Mount: Sony E
- Sensor type: APS-C
- Image stabilization: Optical SteadyShot
- Autofocus: Yes
- Filter diameter: 55 mm
- Weight: 308 g
- Color: Black
- Use: Landscape photography, video production, wildlife and sports
Versatile 16–70mm Zoom Range and Compact Size
The versatile 16 mm to 70 mm zoom range covers most shooting conditions.
It is specifically designed for Sony E-mount cameras with an APS-C sensor.
It offers an exceptionally practical mid-range focal length coverage, from wide-angle to telephoto.
It lets you easily capture a wide variety of subjects without changing lenses.
Its compact, practical size makes it easy to carry throughout the day.
It is an ideal choice for travel photography, landscapes, portraits, and everyday videos.
Constant Maximum Aperture of F4 Throughout the Zoom Range
The lens stands out for its constant maximum F4 aperture throughout the entire zoom range.
It ensures consistent, unchanging exposure settings at any focal length.
It allows photographers to zoom freely without worrying about aperture changes.
It helps keep their attention focused solely on framing and composition.
It offers improved low-light performance compared with variable-aperture lenses.
It is a significant advantage for smooth exposure transitions when recording video.
ZEISS Optical Design with AA Elements and ED Glass
The advanced optical design bears the signature of ZEISS Vario-Tessar quality.
It incorporates four aspherical elements to effectively control spherical aberrations.
These include one advanced AA (Advanced Aspherical) element.
It also features one precision ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass element.
This combination minimizes chromatic aberrations and distortion.
It delivers impressive optical performance and crystal-clear sharpness from edge to edge.
Unique ZEISS T* Coating for Contrast and Depth
All optical elements feature the renowned ZEISS® T* anti-reflective coating.
This unique coating significantly reduces internal light reflections.
It effectively reduces unwanted ghosting and flare.
It maintains sharpness and contrast clarity in backlit conditions.
It delivers exceptional, natural color by preventing color distortion.
It plays a key role in creating three-dimensional images with impressive depth.
Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization and Quiet Focusing
The lens features an advanced Optical SteadyShot (OSS) image stabilization system.
It effectively compensates for camera shake that causes blur when shooting handheld.
It allows you to capture sharp night scenes without the need for a tripod.
It makes indoor shooting possible without increasing ISO sensitivity.
It prevents digital noise, keeping the final image crystal clear.
The linear adjustment mechanism provides smooth, quiet focus control.
Dimensions
- Type
- Standard Zoom
- Lens Type
- Fixed Aperture Zoom
- Sensor Type
- Crop Frame
- Maximum Aperture (f)
- 4
- Minimum Aperture (f)
- 22
- Filter Diameter
- 55 mm
- Focal Length Range
- 16 - 70 mm
- Weight
- 308 gr
- Mount
- Sony E
- Colour
- Black
Features & Functions
- Image Stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus (AF)
- Yes
- 3D
- No
Usage
- Device Group
- Landscape Photography, Video Production, Wildlife & Sports
Important information
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