Quick answer
A pancake wide-angle prime for APS-C E-mount with an f/2.8 aperture, weighing about 67 g. It gives roughly a 24mm equivalent view.
Pros
- Pancake size
- Wide view
- Very light at about 67 g
Cons
- Wide-angle distortion
- Softer corners at f/2.8
Verdict
Think of it as a tiny wide-angle option. Optical quality is limited next to newer primes.
About this lens
The Sony E 16mm F2.8 is a wide-angle prime lens covering 16mm at f/2.8 for Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Sony E 16mm F2.8 specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 16mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Released
- 2010
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.24 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.08x
- Filter thread
- 49 mm
- Weight
- 67 g
- Length
- 22.5 mm
- Diameter
- 62 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony E 16mm F2.8?
- Street
- Casual wide
- Travel
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 24mm | 73.7° | 84.1° |
Frequently asked questions
What is the equivalent?
About 24mm on a full-frame equivalent basis, a classic wide-angle view for street and travel photos.
Is the Sony E 16mm F2.8 sharp?
Acceptable for casual use, but the corners are softer at f/2.8 and its optical quality is limited compared with newer primes.
Can I add converters?
Yes. Sony offered optional wide and fisheye converters for it.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
