Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM vs Sony 28-75mm F2.8 SAM (SAL2875)
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM goes wider (16mm vs 28mm).
- Sony 28-75mm F2.8 SAM (SAL2875) reaches further (75mm vs 50mm).
- Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM is the newer design (2011 vs 2009).
| Spec | DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM | 28-75mm F2.8 SAM (SAL2875) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Sony |
| Mount | Sony A | Sony A |
| Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Focal length | 16-50mm (wider) | 28-75mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Format | aps-c | full-frame |
| Groups | 13 | 14 |
| Af motor | SSM | SAM |
| Elements | 16 | 16 |
| Weight g | 577 | 585 |
| Filter mm | 72 | 67 |
| Length mm | 88.0 | 94.0 |
| Min focus m | 0.3 (closer focusing) | 0.38 |
| Weather sealed | Yes | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.2 | 0.22 |
Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM
This 16-50mm f/2.8 fast standard zoom lens from Sony fits Sony A mount cameras. The range covers everything from wide scenes to portraits, so it works as a general-purpose lens.
Sony 28-75mm F2.8 SAM (SAL2875)
A full-frame 28-75mm f/2.8 standard zoom for A-mount with a SAM motor and 67mm filter thread. It weighs about 585 g.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- Light at about 585 g
- SAM autofocus
- Full-frame coverage
Cons
- Plastic build compared with premium zooms
- No stabilization in the lens