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FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G
- 16-35mm
- f/4.0
- Wide Zoom
- 353 g
- Min focus 0.24 m
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Quick answer
A compact power-zoom wide-angle for full-frame E-mount at about 353 g. It has a constant f/4, a 72mm filter thread and focuses as close as 0.24 m.
Pros
- Light at 353 g
- Constant f/4
- Power zoom
- Full-frame coverage
Cons
- Slower than f/2.8 zooms
- Zoom ring is electronic, not mechanical
Verdict
A light wide zoom for full-frame E-mount.
About this lens
The Sony FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G is a full-frame wide-angle zoom lens covering 16-35mm at f/4 for Sony E mount cameras, from the Sony G series. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.
Sony FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 16-35mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.0
- Lens type
- Wide Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2022
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.24 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.23x
- Filter thread
- 72 mm
- Weight
- 353 g
- Length
- 88.1 mm
- Diameter
- 80.5 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G?
- Landscape and architecture
- Video and vlogging
- Light travel kit
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
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 does the FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G differ from the FE 16-35mm f/4 ZA?
The PZ is a lighter G lens with a power zoom and designed with video in mind. The ZA is a Zeiss design with a mechanical zoom ring.
What is the full-frame field of view of the PZ 16-35mm?
It covers full frame, so 16-35mm has its true wide-angle view with no crop.
How close can the FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G focus?
Minimum focus is 0.24 m, giving about 0.23x magnification. That is close enough to place a foreground subject against a wide background.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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