The Sony 16-50mm f/2.8 DT Standard Zoom Lens from Sony is a bright zoom lens, specifically designed for Sony Alpha-series of DSLR cameras. When used with cropped APS-C sized DSLR cameras, the 35 equivalent focal length for this lens becomes that of a 24-75mm zoom. It is constructed of 16 elements in 13 groups, as well as Aspheric and Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements, which all help to deliver sharp, clear photos throughout the zoom range. It has a minimum focusing distance of 1.0' and a front-end filter diameter of 72mm.
Length3.5 in
Diameter3.2 in
Weight1.3 lbs
TypeZoom lens
Special FunctionsZoom
Intended ForDigital SLR
Focal Length16 mm - 50 mm
Lens ApertureF/2.8
Minimum ApertureF/22
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera24 - 75mm
Optical Zoom3.1 x
Magnification0.2
Min Focus Distance11.8 in
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Zoom AdjustmentManual
Max View Angle83 degrees
Min View Angle32 degrees
Lens Construction13 group(s) / 16 element(s)
Filter Size72 mm
Diaphragm Blades7
Mounting TypeMinolta A-type
FeaturesED glass, aspherical lens, Supersonic-Wave Motor (SSM)
Included AccessoriesLens hood, dust cap, lens cap
Designed ForSony Handycam NEX-VG900 Sony a (Alpha) SLT-A55, SLT-A57, SLT-A57K, SLT-A57M, SLT-A57Y, SLT-A58K, SLT-A58M, SLT-A58Y, SLT-A65, SLT-A65V, SLT-A65VK, SLT-A65VL, SLT-A65VM, SLT-A65VX, SLT-A65VY, SLT-A77, SLT-A77VL, SLT-A77VM Sony a (Alpha) NEX F3D, F3K, F3Y Sony a3000 (Alpha 3000) ILCE-3000K
