The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II and the Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM is the longer of the two lenses at 118mm. The Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II with a length of 112mm, is 6mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II has a larger diameter of 88mm compared to the Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM's 85mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II and Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II and the Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM Size and Weight The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II weighs 547g, which means it is 153g (21%) lighter than the Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM which has a weight of 700g.
Filter Threads
The Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II has a filter size of 82mm whereas the Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II and the Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM has the same Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V .
Focal Range
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II has a focal range of 16-35mm and
2.2X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
24 - 52.5mm .
On the other hand, the Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 100mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 150mm .
