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Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G vs Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9

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Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G

Standard Zoom | Sony E

Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G
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Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G vs Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G and Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9, two Standard Zoom lenses from Sony and Fujinon.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Key Specs

  • 16-55mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 494g.
  • Diameter: 73mm
  • Length: 100mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.33m
  • Max Magnification:0.2x

Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 Key Specs

  • 18-55mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 82mm
  • Max Format:
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 980g.
  • Diameter: 85mm
  • Length: 206mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.38m

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 is the longer of the two lenses at 206mm. The Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G with a length of 100mm is 106mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 also has a larger diameter of 85mm compared to Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G's 73mm diameter.

Below you can find the scaled side by side image of Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G and Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 to get a better idea of how their size compare in real life.

Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G vs Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G and Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 Size and Weight

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G weighs 494g, which means it is 486g (98%) lighter than the Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 which has a weight of 980g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Standard Zoom Lenses in Sony E Mount for size comparison purposes.

Standard Zoom Lenses in Sony E Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Sony FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS Lens Sony FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS
113mm
83mm 663g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM
136mm
88mm 886g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art Lens Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art
123mm
88mm 835g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD Lens Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III
117mm
73mm 550g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron 17-70 F2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens Tamron 17-70 F2.8 Di III-A VC
119mm
75mm 525g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 24-70mm F4 ZA OSS Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar T Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F4 ZA OSS CZ
95mm
73mm 426g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
120mm
88mm 695g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS Lens Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS
30mm
65mm 116g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G and Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony ZV-E10, Sony A6600 and Sony A6100.

Focal Range

Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G has a focal range of 16-55mm and 3.4X zoom ratio which has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 24-82.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera. Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 has a focal range of 18-55mm and 3.1X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 27 - 82.5mm.

Reasons to choose Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G over Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9

Focal Length - Wide 16mm vs 18mm 2mm Wider coverage
Optical Zoom 3.40x vs 3.10x More flexible focal coverage
Autofocus Yes vs No Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Weight 494g vs 980g 486g lighter
Diameter 73mm vs 85mm 12mm smaller in diameter
Length 100mm vs 206mm 106mm shorter
Filter Thread 67mm vs 82mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Minimum Focus Distance 0.33m vs 0.38m can focus closer to the subject
Max Magnification 0.2x vs x higher magnification better for close-up shots
Reasons to choose Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 over Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G
Focus Type Internal Focusing vs Extending front Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Internal Zoom Yes vs No Length of the lens doesn't change during zooming
Distance Scale Yes vs No Distance Scale to assist focusing
Aperture Ring Yes vs No able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Max Sensor Coverage 35mm FF vs APS-C / DX covers larger sensors

Common Strengths of Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G and Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9
Autofocus Yes vs Yes Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Common Weaknesses of Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G and Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization



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Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G vs Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9
Brand Sony Fujinon
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Standard Zoom Standard Zoom
Lens Mount Sony E Sony E
Max Format APS-C / DX 35mm FF
Focal Range 16-55mm 18-55mm
Image Stabilization
Colour Unknown Unknown
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (internal)
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No -
Zoom Ratio 3.4X 3.1X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F2.8
Min Aperture F22 F22
Aperture Ring No Yes
Diaphragm Blades 9 9
Optics
Optical Elements 17 unknown
Optical Groups 12 unknown
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.33m 0.38m
Max Magnification 0.2X unknown
Autofocus Yes No
AF Motor Type Linear Motor No AF
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Extending front Internal
Distance Scale No Yes
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale No Yes
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 494g 980g
Diameter 73mm 85mm
Length 100mm 206mm
Materials Unknown Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes No
Filter Thread 67mm 82mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code ALC-SH161 Unknown
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories - -
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