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Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II

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Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II

Focal length
16–35 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
547 g
Filter diameter
82 mm
Min. focus distance
22 cm
Length
111.5 mm

At a Glance

The 16-35 mm f/2.8 GM II is an ultra-wide zoom for Sony E-mount full frame and weighs 547 g. Its 1:3.13 (0.32x) magnification at a 22 cm minimum focus distance stands out, allowing close subjects against a wide background. The f/2.8 aperture stays constant throughout. It suits landscape, architecture, interiors and night sky.

Good for

  • Landscape
  • Architecture
  • Interiors
  • Night sky

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Technical Specifications

Min. focal length
16 mm
Max. focal length
35 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2.8
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
15
Groups
12
Weight
547 g (1.21 lb)
Filter diameter
82 mm
Min. focus distance
22 cm (entire zoom range)
Max. magnification
1:3.1 (0.32×)
Length
111.5 mm (4.39 in)
Diameter
87.8 mm (3.46 in)
Released
September 2023

Manufacturer data: sony.de

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II fit?

The Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II is a full-frame lens for Sony E-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Sony E-Mount cameras its field of view equals 24-53 mm in full-frame terms.

Sony E-Mount cameras

Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Sony E-Mount lenses.

LensSony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM IISony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GMTamron 16-30mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2Sony FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G
Focal length16-35 mm16-35 mm16-30 mm16-35 mm
Max. aperturef/2.8f/2.8f/2.8f/4
Weight547 g680 g440 g353 g
Filter diameter82 mm82 mm67 mm72 mm
Min. focus distance22 cm28 cm19 cm24 cm
Length111.5 mm121.6 mm101.8 mm88.1 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II: FAQ

Does the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II have autofocus?

Yes, the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II has autofocus.

Does the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II have image stabilization?

No, the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II weigh?

The Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II weighs 547 g. It is 111.5 mm long with a diameter of 87.8 mm.

What filter size does the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II use?

The Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II takes 82 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II is 22 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 24-53 mm in full-frame terms.

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