![]() The Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM is an absolutely first-class lens that does full justice to the high-resolution prowess of the Alpha 7R series cameras. There is noticeable barrel distortion at 16mm which is pretty much neutral by 20mm and turning into mild pincushion distortion at 28mm and beyond. (Image credit: Digital Camera World) (opens in new tab)īarrel and pincushion distortions are well-controlled, at short and long zoom settings. Sharpness and contrast are spectacular and, as with the wider Sony FE 12-24mm lens, the Nano AR coating does an excellent job of fending off ghosting and flare. Given its modest size for an f/2.8 wide-angle zoom, vignetting is fairly low, even at the shortest focal length. The autofocus speed is rapid yet near-silent, thanks to dual DDSSM systems that drive two groups of lens elements independently. Weather-seals are fitted around all joints and switches, and to the mounting plate, and the front element is fluorine-coated. The focus hold button can be customised to enable other functions, including Eye AF, AF-on and aperture preview. ![]() ![]() ![]() The upshot is smoother bokeh: this can be an important factor given the reduced depth of field compared with the 12-24mm lens, which comes from the longer maximum focal length and wider available aperture. Enhancements include a pair of XA (eXtreme Aspherical) elements and a better rounded aperture based on 11 rather than seven diaphragm blades. Unlike the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G (opens in new tab), this lens has a detachable hood and an 82mm attachment thread for easily fitting filters. ![]()
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