Sony SAL-1680Z.AE Vario-Sonnar T DT 16–80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Lens
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Sony SAL-1680Z.AE Vario-Sonnar T DT 16–80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Lens

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Features:

Treat yourself to a superb ZEISS zoom

Here’s acclaimed ZEISS optical performance from 16 mm to 80 mm (24–120 mm equivalent)2, with image quality that rivals the best prime lenses at any focal length, plus outstanding handling and control. This versatile zoom lens may be all you’ll ever need for day-to-day shooting with an APS-C format camera.

Compact, crisp and clear

This compact, convenient lens features two aspherical elements in a precision Vario-Sonnar design that deliver outstanding image quality for everyday shooting. Its ability to render images with excellent sharpness and contrast throughout the frame results in totally satisfying images of any subject.

A strong performer in difficult lighting

In addition to a fundamentally high-performance optical design, extensive application of the renowned ZEISS T* coating not only minimises flare and ghosting for natural colour reproduction, but is instrumental in achieving impressive contrast and accurate reproduction of subtle gradations as well.

Beautiful bokeh to back your subject

ZEISS quality extends from exceptional clarity to gorgeous background bokeh that can make in-focus subjects really stand out. A 7-blade circular aperture makes it possible to produce beautifully smooth defocusing effects with natural highlights when desired.

Sony SAL-1680Z.AE (SAL1680Z, SAL-1680Z, SAL1680Z.AE, sal-1680z.ae) Vario-Sonnar T DT 16–80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Lens

Have all your bases covered with the Vario-Sonnar T* DT 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 ZA Lens from Sony, which offers an extremely versatile 24-120mm equivalent zoom range on APS-C format A-mount cameras. Benefitting from a Zeiss design that incorporates two aspherical elements and the renowned T* coating, this zoom will help capture sharp, aberration-free images. Also, due to the use of a variable f/3.5-4.5 maximum aperture the overall size and weight is kept to a minimum. Handling and operation is intuitive, especially with an Auto Clutch mechanism that prevents the focusing ring from rotating when autofocus is engaged. Additionally, the internally focusing lens has a minimum focus distance of 1.1' and it has a seven-blade circular diaphragm for smooth bokeh.

Based on the Zeiss Sonnar optical concept, this lens uses a design with 14 elements in 10 groups that helps provide a maximum aperture range of f/3.5-4.5 while simultaneously reducing flare and improving contrast.

A standard-length zoom designed for Sony A-mount APS-C-format cameras, the 16-80mm will provide a versatile wide-angle to telephoto 24-120mm equivalent focal length.

Two aspherical elements are incorporated in the lens design to reduce astigmatism, field curvature, coma, and other monochromatic aberrations.

Zeiss T* anti-reflective coatings have been applied to each lens surface to help minimize reflections in order to provide greater image clarity, contrast, and color fidelity.

An Auto Clutch mechanism prevents the focusing ring from rotating when the lens is set to autofocus, allowing for easier, and more natural feeling control over the lens.

An internal focus design enables fast autofocus as well as a minimum focus distance of 1.1'.

Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality when employing selective focus techniques.

  • Mount: Sony A-Mount
  • Format: APS-C
  • Focal Length (mm): 16–80 mm
  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length (APS-C): 24–120 mm
  • Lens Groups / Elements: 10/14
  • Angle Of View (35 mm): 83 °–20 °
  • Maximum Aperture (F): 3.5–4.5
  • Minimum Aperture (F): 22–29
  • Aperture Blades: 7
  • Circular Aperture: Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance: 0.35 m
  • Maximum Magnification Ratio (X): 0.24x
  • Filter Diameter (mm): 62 mm
  • Image Stabilisation (Steadyshot): - (Body-integrated)
  • Zoom System: Manual zoom
  • Dimensions (Diameter X Length): 72x 83mm
  • Weight: 445 g (15.7 oz)

In the Box

  • Sony Vario-Sonnar T DT 16–80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Lens
  • Lens hood
  • Lens front cap
  • Lens rear cap
  • Case
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