Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G
Sony · 16–25 mm · f/2.8 · G
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
74
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Exceptional compact size and lightweight design (409g) for a constant f/2.8 ultra-wide zoom lens
+Excellent image quality with sharp center performance and consistent resolution throughout zoom range
+Smooth, professional bokeh with 11-blade circular diaphragm enabling creative depth of field control
+Fast dual linear motors deliver precise autofocus performance suitable for 120fps stills and 4K 120fps video
+Roughly half the price of comparable Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II while maintaining f/2.8 constant aperture
Worth Knowing
−Limited focal length range (16-25mm) compared to traditional 16-35mm lenses removes useful semi-wide angles
−No optical image stabilization; relies entirely on camera body IBIS which limits compatibility with older models
−Significant barrel and pincushion distortion at 16mm requiring RAW processing or in-camera correction
−Inverted zoom mechanism extends barrel when zooming out to 16mm, which some users find unintuitive
General | |
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About This LensThe Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G is a compact, lightweight and fast wide-angle zoom lens for Sony Alpha full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. The lens delivers consistently high performance throughout its zoom range, with sharp image center and pretty good outer image field. It's 40% more light-weight than the GM lens, trading a bit of range for higher speed. This compact f/2.8 ultra-wide is ideal for photographers seeking excellent optical performance without the weight and cost of heavier alternatives, though the abbreviated 16-25mm focal range means it works best when paired with a complementary standard zoom lens. | |
| Brand | Sony |
| Release Year | 2024 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | G |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Sony E |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Sony E |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Full Frame |
Physical86/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 409 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 74.8 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 91.4 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 67 mm |
Optics83/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 16–25 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 2.8 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 107°–82° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 18 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 11020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups |  Yes |
Zoom Mechanism ⓘSystem enabling zoom function |  Manual |
Zoom Ring ⓘIf zooming is adjusted using a zoom ring |  Yes |
Zoom Type ⓘThe design or approach to zooming |  Rotary |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 17 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.23x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features52/100 | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. |  Yes |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Petal |
Zoom Lock ⓘZoom lock allows the zoom ring to be locked at the desired focal length | No |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction54/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 16 |
| Groups | 13 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 4 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 3 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |