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FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II
- 16-35mm
- f/2.8
- Wide Zoom
- 547 g
- Min focus 0.22 m
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Quick answer
A redesigned f/2.8 ultra-wide zoom from Sony that is lighter and smaller than the first GM, at about 547 g. It uses four XD linear motors and has an aperture ring.
Pros
- Compact for an f/2.8 wide zoom
- XD linear motors for fast autofocus
- 82mm filter thread
Cons
- No built-in stabilization
- Still a sizeable lens at about 547 g
Verdict
The easier of the two 16-35mm f/2.8 GM lenses to carry. Pick it over the original unless a used original is a better fit.
About this lens
This 16-35mm f/2.8 full-frame fast wide-angle zoom lens from Sony fits Sony E mount cameras, from the Sony G Master series. A professional wide-angle zoom from the G Master line with a constant f/2.8 aperture.
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 16-35mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Wide Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2023
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.22 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.32x
- Filter thread
- 82 mm
- Weight
- 547 g
- Length
- 111.5 mm
- Diameter
- 87.8 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II?
- Landscape and real estate
- Hybrid video
- Travel photography
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 16–35mm | 54.4–96.7° | 63.4–107° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 24–53mm | 37.8–73.7° | 44.8–84.1° |
Frequently asked questions
How much lighter is the GM II?
The GM II weighs about 547 g against roughly 680 g for the original, and it is physically smaller.
Does the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II have an aperture ring?
Yes. It has an aperture ring with a click/de-click switch and an iris lock switch.
Is the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II good for video?
It suits video well: the lens has a de-clickable aperture ring and linear focus motors, though it has no built-in stabilization.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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