With an aperture of F2.8 and a wide-angle zoom range of 16 - 35 mm, the powerful G Master opens up a wide range of possibilities. The lens achieves excellent resolution from the centre of the image to the edge with any zoom setting selected and at any focus distance, and an impressive background beam if desired. An uncompromising optical design ensures a particularly high resolution from the centre of the image to the edge for landscape and architectural shots or other similarly large motifs. Take close-ups with an aperture of F2.8 to capture objects sharply in front of dynamic backgrounds with wonderful bokeh. Sony's advanced dual XA (extremely aspherical) optics deliver exceptional resolution, reduced distortion and a wonderfully smooth bokeh. This small lens, weighing only 680 g, is the ideal addition to compact e-mount cameras and is not only easy to transport but also easy to operate.
Lens type | Wide-angle lens, Zoom lens |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Weight | 680 g |
Item number | 6343335 |
Manufacturer | Sony |
Category | Lenses |
Manufacturer no. | SEL1635GM.SYX |
Release date | 2.6.2017 |
Sales rank in Category Lenses | 293 of 3434 |
Colour | Black |
Material group | Metal |
Material | Metal |
Minimum focus distance | 0.28 m |
Lens type | Wide-angle lens, Zoom lens |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Aperture | 2.80 f/ |
Min. aperture | 22 f/ |
Min. focal length (exact) | 16 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 35 mm |
Focal length | 16 - 35 mm |
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Number of diaphragm blades | 11x |
Filter thread | 82 mm |
Number of lenses | 16 |
Number of lens groups | 13 |
Lens equipment | Filter thread |
Optical zoom | 2.19x |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Durability | Dustproof, Splashproof, Weather resistant |
Country of origin | Thailand |
Manufacturer commitment | RE100, SBTi |
CO₂ emissions | 1.17 kg |
Climate contribution | CHF 0.11 |
Scope of delivery | Bag, Cap, Front lens cap, Rear lens cap |
Weight | 680 g |
Length | 121.60 mm |
Diameter | 88.50 mm |
Length | 21.50 cm |
Width | 14 cm |
Height | 13 cm |
Weight | 1.17 kg |
| Amount | CHF 200.– |
| Valid from | 6.4.2026 |
| Ends | 2.8.2026 |
| Closing date | 2.8.2026 |
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