The FE 16–25mm F2.8 G is a wide zoom for Sony full-frame photographers working with interiors, landscapes and scenes that need foreground context. Its constant F2.8 aperture gives more exposure flexibility than a slower wide zoom, and the approximately 409-gram weight makes it practical for a traveling kit. The short zoom range is deliberate: it adjusts a wide composition without replacing a standard or portrait lens. Choose it when the wide end matters more than reaching normal focal lengths. It has no optical stabilization, so check your camera's stabilization options or plan a support for slower shutter speeds. Keeping people away from the outer edges can also help wide-angle portraits look more natural.
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Specifications and selected package
| Mount and coverage | Sony E; full frame |
|---|---|
| Zoom range | 16–25mm |
| Maximum aperture | Constant F2.8 |
| Weight | 409g |
Who this model suits
Interiors, landscape foregrounds and full-frame wide-angle video.
Important buying checks
Limited zoom range and no in-lens optical stabilization.
Sony full-frame and APS-C E-mount bodies; APS-C gives a 24–37.5mm-equivalent view.
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Sony FE 16–25mm F2.8 G
Sony E mount; full-frame wide zoom
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