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Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G Lens (Sony E)

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Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G Lens (Sony E)
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Key Features
  • Full-Frame | f/1.8 to f/22
  • Ultrawide Prime Lens
  • Dual XD Linear AF Motors, Internal Focus
  • Two Advanced Aspherical Lens Elements
An ultrawide prime lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, the FE 16mm f/1.8 G Lens from Sony establishes itself as a premium choice for vlogging as well as landscape, architecture, and street photography. Dual XD linear motors and internal AF allow speedy and efficient autofocusing performance that's expected with a G-series lens. Not only does this lens support AF at 120 fps, but its low focus breathing and compact design are a great benefit for video capturing. The front lens element doesn't protrude like most wide-angle optics, which allows users to equip 67mm screw-in filters. For increased dependability against the elements, a dust- and moisture-resistant design is provided as well as a fluorine coating to the front lens element, making it easier to clean and resistant to water and oil contaminants.
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Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G Overview

An ultrawide prime lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, the FE 16mm f/1.8 G Lens from Sony establishes itself as a premium choice for vlogging as well as landscape, architecture, and street photography. Dual XD linear motors and internal AF allow speedy and efficient autofocusing performance that's expected with a G-series lens. Not only does this lens support AF at 120 fps, but its low focus breathing and compact design are a great benefit for video capturing. The front lens element doesn't protrude like most wide-angle optics, which allows users to equip 67mm screw-in filters. For increased dependability against the elements, a dust- and moisture-resistant design is provided as well as a fluorine coating to the front lens element, making it easier to clean and resistant to water and oil contaminants.
Speedy, Reliable AF Performance
Dual XD (extreme dynamic) linear motors help the FE 16mm f/1.8 G achieve higher thrust for rapid and accurate focusing.

Internal AF allows the lens to maintain its short overall length and helps it operate more efficiently.

A bright f/1.8 aperture strengthens this prime lens's ability to create quality imagery in dimmer lighting conditions.

Conveniently Built for Everyday Shooting
Complementing the lens's ultrawide field of view is a form factor that's designed for easily taking on the go.

A focus hold button, an AF/MF switch, and a physical aperture ring give you greater settings control right at your fingertips, so you can quickly make adjustments while capturing and not miss your shot.

Weighing just 10.7 oz, you can capture with this lens for extended shooting times without getting fatigued.

The front lens element accepts 67mm screw-in filters, further widening its versatility by allowing the usage of UV, ND, or any other useful filters in your arsenal.

Advanced Optical Design
To minimize field curvature and astigmatism, two Advanced Aspherical lenses are featured. Also bolstering overall image quality are three extra-low dispersion elements and one Super ED element, which work together to produce images with impressive resolution, improved clarity, and minimized optical aberrations.
UPC: 027242932982

Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G Specs

Focal Length
16mm
Aperture
Maximum: f/1.8
Minimum: f/22
Lens Mount
Sony E
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
107°
Minimum Focus Distance
5.9" / 15 cm
Magnification
1:4 Macro Reproduction Ratio
0.25x Magnification
Optical Design
15 Elements in 12 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades
11
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
67 mm (Front)
Dimensions
2.91 x 3" / 7.38 x 7.5 cm (Diameter x Length)
Weight
10.7 oz / 304 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.19 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.7 x 5.1 x 4.9"

Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G Reviews

Exceptional lens

By Ricardo
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-10-25

I use this lens on my APS-C a6700 body, and I have not tried on Full Frame. Besides its outstanding optical performance and excellent autofocus, I like the fact that the focal length feels longer than 16mm after the distortion correction has been applied (on APS-C, it looks like a 25 or 26mm FF lens, instead of the 24mm you would expect). To me, this is an advantage because 26mm is my favorite do-it-all focal length when traveling. My verdict is “very highly recommended”, even when compared to the best lenses money can buy.

No regrets

By Jeff
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-03-13

I bought this lens more for trying astro photography than landscape. Indeed I found it too wide for some buildings I encountered when shooting the train station. No worries, it has its place.

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Is this lens compatible with the Sony a7c?

Is this lens compatible with the Sony a7c?
Asked by: Bruce
Yes, the Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G Lens (Sony E) is compatible with the Sony a7C Mirrorless Camera.
Answered by: Samik G
Date published: 2025-03-04

Is there a piece of gear I could add to this (and

Is there a piece of gear I could add to this (and the 85 1.4 GMii lens) so they could work in MF mode with a geared cine setup?
Asked by: Leslie
For lenses without gears, like the Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G Lens, you can use the Tilta DSLR Lens Follow Focus Adapter, B&H # TIFRT03.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2026-03-02
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