The first 16-55mm (equivalent to 24-82.5mm full-frame) APS-C zoom lens from Sony with a constant F2.8 aperture is very compact and delivers performance worthy of the G series. A new optical design enables high resolution from the center of the image to the edges and beautiful bokeh effects. It is compact, lightweight, and versatile. Two AA and two aspherical elements correct aberrations for high resolution from the center to the edges. Three ED glass elements minimize chromatic aberration. Sony's AR Nano Coating provides high resistance to ghosting and flare for sharp contrast. Precise control of spherical aberrations and a circular aperture with nine blades create smooth bokeh.
Thanks to the optimized mechanical and optical design, the weight of the compact 16-55mm zoom lens (equivalent to 24-82.5mm full-frame) with a constant F2.8 aperture is only 494 grams. Together with a compact E-mount camera body, this lens forms a mobile, handy system for a variety of applications - from portraits to everyday snapshots. This APS-C lens uses the same type of XD linear motor that maximizes focus performance in the G Master Series. The XD linear motor leverages the camera body’s potential and enables focusing and tracking even of fast-moving subjects with impressive speed and precision. With its quiet operation, filmmakers can take advantage of the constant F2.8 aperture.
Sensor compatibility | APS-C / DX |
Weight | 494 g |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Lens type | Normal Lens, Zoom |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Focal length | 16 - 55 mm |
Item number | 11819242 |
Manufacturer | Sony |
Category | Lenses |
Manufacturer no. | SEL1655G.SYX |
Release date | 29.8.2019 |
Sales rank in Category Lenses | 61 of 3333 |
Colour | Black |
Material group | Glass |
Material | 17 elements in 12 groups |
Minimum focus distance | 0.33 m |
Lens type | Normal Lens, Zoom |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Aperture | 2.80 f/ |
Min. aperture | 22 f/ |
Min. focal length (exact) | 16 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 55 mm |
Focal length | 16 - 55 mm |
Sensor compatibility | APS-C / DX |
Number of diaphragm blades | 9 x |
Filter thread | 67 mm |
Number of lenses | 17 |
Number of lens groups | 12 |
Lens equipment | Metal bayonet |
Optical zoom | 0.20 x |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Durability | Dustproof, Splashproof, Weather resistant |
Country code | EN |
Country of origin | China |
Manufacturer commitment | RE100, SBTi |
Manufacturer compensation | According to RE100, the manufacturer Sony fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions. |
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Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Front lens cap: ALC-F67S, Lens hood (model): ALC-SH161, Rear lens cap: ALC-R1EM, Soft bag |
Weight | 494 g |
Length | 100 mm |
Diameter | 73 mm |
Length | 19.80 cm |
Width | 10.70 cm |
Height | 11.50 cm |
Weight | 772 g |
| Amount | CHF 100.– |
| Valid from | 1.10.2025 |
| Ends | 31.1.2026 |
| Closing date | 31.1.2026 |
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Das erste lichtstarke Profizoom für den APS-C-Sensor, das Sony E 2,8/16-55 mm G, kann überzeugen.
