SONY SAL1680Z Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T DT 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 Zoom Lens Black

Sony Vario-Sonnar T* DT 16-80mm f/ 3.5 - 4.5 ZA Lens comes with rich features for optimum performance. Some of its highlights include an Aperture Range of f/ 3.5 - 4.5 to f/22-29, Two Aspherical Elements, Zeiss T* Anti-Reflective Coating, Auto Clutch Mechanism, Internal Focus, Minimum Focus Distance of 1.1 ', Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm, just to mention a few.

With its gleaming f/ 3.5 to 4.5 maximum aperture range, you can be certain of flawless, consistent illumination when working in areas with poor lighting conditions. This enables greater control over the depth of field so that there can be effective working with selective focus techniques. There are two aspherical elements for reducing distortion and spherical aberrations. Each lenss surface is treated with Zeiss T* anti-reflective coatings for enhanced color fidelity, image contrast, and clarity.








Our Take on the Sony Vario-Sonnar T* DT 16-80mm f/ 3.5 - 4.5
ZA Lens:
The Sony Vario-Sonnar T* DT 16-80mm f/ 3.5 - 4.5 ZA Lens is specifically created for Sony A-mount APS-C-format cameras with an equivalent focal length range of 24 to 120mm. It comes with a circular seven-blade diaphragm, which helps in enhancing selective focus technique as well as the use of shallow depth of field. That is why this lens is popular among top professional and amateur photographers.



With its maximum aperture standing between f/ 3.5 and f/ 4.5, and a minimum aperture range of f/22 to f/29, it is certainly one of the most sought-after lenses in the market presently. Its focal length ranges between 16 and 80 millimeters, hence, you can be sure of capturing images the way you want them. It has an angle of view range of 83° to 20° making it possible for you to get it right always, in terms of best shots. Its minimum focus distance is 1.15 feet or 35 centimeters, which is ideal for effective coverage of your subjects. This lens has a maximum magnification of 0.24 x so that you can get a flawless view of your subjects during operations.







Besides, its optical design features 14 elements in 10 groups so that you wont have issues taking your most desirable shots. You will like its Auto Clutch mechanism, which helps in boosting control over the lens. Its compactness is a plus measuring 2.83 inches in diameter and 3.27 inches in length. Its lightweight of 15.7 ounces is a plus, and that is why you wont have issues with its maneuver during operations, and it wont add up too much weight to your bag.

TOP 10 KEY FEATURES:




Focal Length:
16 to 80mm


Maximum Aperture:
f/ 3.5 to 4.5


Minimum Aperture:
f/22 to 29


Lens Mount:
Sony A


Format Compatibility:
APS-C


Angle of View:
83° to 20°


Minimum Focus Distance:
1.15 ' / 35 cm


Maximum Magnification:
0.24 x


Optical Design:
14 Elements in 10 Groups


Diaphragm Blades:
7, Rounded




Included in the box:

Sony Vario-Sonnar T* DT 16-80mm f/ 3.5 - 4.5 ZA Lens
Front Lens Cap
Rear Lens Cap
Lens Hood
Lens Pouch