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Sony Announces E-Mount 16-55mm f2.8, 70-350mm f4.5-6.3 Zooms
28 August 2019
Sony has announced two new APS-C zoom lenses in the G Lens series for its E-mount line-up: the E 16-55mm f2.8 G standard-range zoom lens and the E 70-350mm f4.5-6.3 G OSS super-telephoto zoom lens. The E-mount system now features a total of 54 lenses.
"Sony's 'One Mount' solution for both APS-C and full-frame cameras provides creators a unified system for all of their photography and video needs," said Neal Manowitz, deputy president of imaging products and solutions at Sony Electronics. "With a total of 54 different lenses and a growing range of camera bodies, E-mount offers more versatility than any other mirrorless system. We will continue to drive innovation in all aspects of imaging, empowering all creators to capture and create like they've never been able to before."
16-55MM F2.8 G ZOOM
The 16-55mm (24mm to 82.5mm equivalent) APS-C standard-range zoom features a constant f2.8 aperture with G lens image quality in a package that weighs less than a pound.
Specifications
Specifications for the new zoom include:
SONY 16–55mm F2.8 G LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Sony E-Mount Focal Length 16mm to 55mm (24mm to 82.5mm equivalent) Aperture f2.8 to f22
9 aperture bladesAngle of View 83° to 29° Minimum Focus 1.09 feet Magnification 0.66x Optical Design 17 elements in 12 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization No Filter Thread 67mm Dimensions 2 7/8 x 4 inches Weight 17.5 oz. Price, Availability
Sony said the 16-55mm f2.8 G APS-C zoom will be available in October for $1,400. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
70-350MM f4.5-6.3 G OSS ZOOM
The 70-350mm f4.5-6.3 G OSS super-telephoto zoom provides an equivalent focal range of 105mm to 525mm with G lens quality. The 5x features optical image stabilization, as well.
Specifications
Specifications for the new zoom include:
SONY 70-350mm f4.5-6.3 G OSS LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Sony E-Mount Focal Length 70mm to 350mm (105mm to 525mm equivalent) Aperture Maximum: f45 to f6.3
Minimum: f22 to f32
7 diaphragm bladesAngle of View 22° to 4°40' Minimum Focus 3.61 to 4.93 feet Magnification 0.75x Optical Design 19 elements in 13 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Optical SteadyShot Filter Thread 67mm Dimensions 3-1/8 x 5-5/8 inches Weight 22.1 oz. Price, Availability
Sony said the 70-350mm f4.5-6.3 G OSS APS-Csuper-telephoto zoom will be available in November for $1,000. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
For more information see the news release below.
Sony Electronics Announces Two New APS-C Zoom Lenses for Versatile E-mount System
New APS-C E 16-55mm f2.8 G Standard Zoom Lens and APS-C E 70-350mm f4.5-6.3 G OSS Super-Telephoto Zoom Lens Bring E-mount Lens Total to 54
SAN DIEGO, Calif. -- Sony Electronics has announced two new APS-C zoom lenses in the G Lens series for their E-mount line-up, including the E 16-55mm f2.8 G standard zoom lens and the E 70-350mm f4.5-6.3 G OSS super-telephoto zoom lens. With this announcement, Sony's versatile E-mount system now features a total of 54 lenses.
In addition to the new lenses, Sony has also introduced two new APS-C Mirrorless Cameras, the Alpha 6600 and Alpha 6100 models, further strengthening the company's APS-C lineup.
"Sony's 'One Mount' solution for both APS-C and full-frame cameras provides creators a unified system for all of their photography and video needs," said Neal Manowitz, deputy president of Imaging Products and Solutions at Sony Electronics. "With a total of 54 different lenses and a growing range of camera bodies, E-mount offers more versatility than any other mirrorless system. We will continue to drive innovation in all aspects of imaging, empowering all creators to capture and create like they've never been able to before."
Ultra-Sharp APS-C E 16-55mm f2.8 G Standard Zoom Lens (model SEL1655 G)
The 16-55mm (24-82.5mm in 35mm equivalent focal length) APS-C standard zoom with a constant f2.8 aperture offers excellent G Lens image quality with outstanding all-around performance. This lens is ideal for both professionals and enthusiasts to capture landscapes, portraits and everyday snapshots.
+Key Features
- High corner-to-corner resolution throughout the zoom range even at f2.8
- Two AA (advanced aspherical) and two aspherical elements suppress aberration for outstanding corner-to-corner G Lens resolution, while three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements reduce chromatic aberration and color bleeding to a minimum
- Clear and high image quality by suppressing flare and ghosting by adoption of Nano AR coating
- 9-blade circular aperture mechanism and precisely controlled spherical aberration ensure beautiful bokeh
- Bright constant f2.8 optics in a compact, lightweight lens at 494 grams (15.88 oz.)
- XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motor -- as equipped in G Master series lenses -- utilized for fast, precise, quiet AF and tracking
- Professional control and reliability
- Customizable focus hold button for instantaneous operation
- Linear Response MF for fine, responsive manual focus control
- Dust and moisture resistant design in order to deal with difficult outdoor conditions
- Fluorine coated front element to resist dirt and fingerprints
Compact and Lightweight APS-C E 70-350mm f4.5-6.3 G OSS Super-telephoto Zoom Lens (model SEL70350 G)
The new E 70-350mm f4.5-6.3 G OSS super-telephoto zoom lens with optimized optical and mechanical design provides excellent G Lens image quality throughout the image area, right out to the maximum 350mm (105-525mm in 35mm equivalent) focal length. High optical performance is combined with the convenience and mobility of a compact, lightweight design, even with 5x zoom. It also includes built-in optical image stabilization, which adds even further stability and convenience to this versatile super-telephoto zoom that is ideal for landscape and wildlife photographers.
Key Features
- Excellent corner-to-corner G Lens image quality all the way to 350mm
- One aspherical lens suppresses optical aberration and provide outstanding resolution from corner-to-corner
- Three ED glass elements effectively arranged suppress chromatic aberration and control color blur even at corners
- Circular aperture contributes to soft, beautiful bokeh
- Compact, lightweight design at 625 grams (20.09 oz.) makes this 5x super-telephoto zoom remarkably mobile
- Sony's advanced XD Linear Motor technology in an APS-C format lens, for fast, precise AF and tracking
- Excellent control and reliability
- Built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization makes it easier to capture images with greatly reduced blur, particularly when shooting at super-telephoto focal lengths
- A conveniently placed focus hold button can be assigned to a variety of functions via camera body
- An AF/MF focus mode switch on the lens makes it easy to quickly switch between auto and manual focus to respond to changing shooting needs
- Engage the zoom lock switch to prevent the lens from extending under its own weight during transportation
- Dust and moisture resistant design
Pricing and Availability
The new E 16-55mm f2.8 G APS-C Standard Zoom Lens will be available in October and will be sold for approximately $1,400 and $1,450 CA. It will be sold at a variety of Sony's authorized dealers throughout North America.
The E 70-350mm f4.5-6.3 G OSS APS-C Super-telephoto Zoom Lens will be available in November and will be sold for approximately $1,000 and $1,000 CA. It will be sold at a variety of Sony's authorized dealers throughout North America.