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Sony Vario-Tessar T E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS E Mount Review

Sony Vario-Tessar T E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS

Main Features

  • 16-70mm Focal Range
  • F4.0 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 55mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 308g / 0.68 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 67mm x 75mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.35m
  • Max Magnification: 0.23x
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Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Overview


Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Standard Zoom lens with Optical Image stabilization and APS-C / DX max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with E Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeAverage
SportsGood
PortraitVery Good
TravelVery Good
StreetGood
WeddingVery Good
Walk AroundVery Good
VloggingFair
LandscapeGood
MacroFair

Reasons to Buy Sony Vario-Tessar T E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Sony Vario-Tessar T E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Optical Image Stabilization
Autofocus
Hood supplied
Fast Aperture at Tele end
Constant f4 aperture throughout the range
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CONs
Lens Extents while zooming


Lens Mount

Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS is compatible with cameras that have a Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A6700, Sony FX30 and Sony ZV-E10.

Sony A6700 with Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Lens Size
Sony A6700 with the Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Lens
Sony FX30 with Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Lens Size
Sony FX30 with the Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Lens
Sony ZV-E10 with Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Lens Size
Sony ZV-E10 with the Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Lens

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS has a maximum diameter of 67mm and total length of 75mm when not extended. It weighs 308g / 10.9 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS and Tamron 17-70 F2.8 Di III-A VC (Sony E mount) to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.

Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS vs Tamron 17-70 F2.8 Di III-A VC Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS and the Tamron 17-70 F2.8 Di III-A VC Size and Weight

Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS has a filter thread of 55mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS:

  • 55mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 55mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 55mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS has a focal range of 16-70mm and 4.4X zoom ratio which has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 24-105mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.


Optical Image Stabilization

The Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Zoom Method

Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS features Rotary (extending) zoom method where the length of the lens changes as you zoom in or out. This makes it possible to design the lens with a smaller minimum length ( generally when it is zoomed out) compared to internal zoom lenses. The disadvantages of this design are being harder to seal against dust and moisture, weight balance shifting while zooming and zoom creep in certain lenses.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.23x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.35m.

Below are the 3 Standard Zoom type Sony E mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G: 0.39x - (Compare)
  • Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2: 0.37x - (Compare)
  • Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C: 0.36x - (Compare)

Aperture

Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS is a fixed aperture lens with a constant max aperture of f4 from 16mm all the way to the 70mm .

Focal Length Max Aperture Min Aperture
16mm F4 F22
70mm F4 F22

Optical Formula

Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS's optical formula consists of 16 elements in 12 groups . Special elements used in this design is Zeiss T* (T-star) coating.

Lens Hood

Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos. The model number of the hood is ALC-SH111.

Body Colour

Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Lens
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Tamron 17-70 F2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens Tamron 17-70 F2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
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APS-C / DX 525 g / 1.16 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary
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APS-C / DX 290 g / 0.64 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G OSS Lens Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G OSS
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APS-C / DX 482 g / 1.06 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Lens Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G
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APS-C / DX 494 g / 1.09 lb AF 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
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APS-C / DX 116 g / 0.26 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS
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APS-C / DX 325 g / 0.72 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 24-70mm F4 ZA OSS Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar T Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F4 ZA OSS Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar T
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35mm FF 426 g / 0.94 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 Lens Sony E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3
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APS-C / DX 524 g / 1.15 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Sony Vario-Tessar T E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Alternatives in Sony E Mount
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Lens Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G
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APS-C / DX 494 g / 1.09 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9 Lens Fujinon MK 18-55mm T2.9
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35mm FF 980 g / 2.16 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G Lens Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G
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35mm FF 488 g / 1.07 lb AF 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
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APS-C / DX 116 g / 0.26 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony E 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens Sony E 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS
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APS-C / DX 214 g / 0.47 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron 17-70 F2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens Tamron 17-70 F2.8 Di III-A VC RXD
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APS-C / DX 525 g / 1.16 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron 17-50mm f4 Di III VXD Lens Tamron 17-50mm f4 Di III VXD
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35mm FF 460 g / 1.01 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary
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APS-C / DX 290 g / 0.64 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo

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Sony E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Sony
Lens Type Zoom
Lens Type Standard Zoom
Lens Mount Sony E
Max Format APS-C / DX
Focal Range 16-70mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 4.4X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F4.0
Min Aperture F22.0
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades unknown
Optics
Optical Elements 16
Optical Groups 12
Special Elements Zeiss T* (T-star) coating

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.35m
Max Magnification 0.23X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Stepper motor
Focus Method Unknown
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 308g
Diameter 67mm
Length 75mm
Materials Metal mount and exterior
Weather Sealing Unknown
Filter Thread 55mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied Yes
Hood Code ALC-SH111
Tripod Collar No
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