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Sony FE PZ 16-35mm f/4 G Full-Frame Autofocus Lens for E-Mount, Black {72} SELP1635G

Model #388237
  • $1,109.00

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Sony's lightest full-frame f/4 wide-angle power zoom, built for video and stills.

At 353 g and 88.1 mm long, this 16-35mm f/4 sits in a category by itself among full-frame wide-angle power zoom lenses for Sony E-mount. The motorized zoom system is driven by four XD Linear Motors, giving you the tactile immediacy of a manual zoom ring alongside a continuously variable lever for controlled, repeatable slow zooms. Crucially, the barrel length stays constant during both focus and zoom travel, which keeps a gimbal balanced and eliminates the breathing artifacts that ruin documentary-style footage.

The optical formula runs 13 elements across 12 groups, including two advanced aspherical elements, a Super ED element, and an ED element working together to suppress distortion across a 107° to 63° angle of view. Minimum focus distance is 24 cm, and the constant f/4 aperture holds steady from 16mm to 35mm, so exposure doesn't shift mid-zoom. A 7-blade circular aperture contributes to smooth out-of-focus rendering when working close. Dust and moisture sealing, a fluorine front coating, and a silicone-gasketed mount round out a build that holds up on location.

For shooters who work across both photo and video without swapping glass, this lens makes the tradeoff math straightforward. The 72mm filter thread is a reasonable investment for a lens that earns its place on a wide range of Sony Alpha bodies.

Who It's For

Solo video creators and small-crew shooters get the most from the power zoom lever and constant-length barrel, which keep gimbal rigs balanced and allow smooth zooms without a focus puller. Photojournalists and documentary photographers working in variable conditions benefit from the dust and moisture sealing alongside a 107° field of view that covers wide environmental context shots. Travel and architecture photographers who need full-frame wide-angle coverage without carrying a heavy kit will notice the 353 g weight immediately. Hybrid shooters who split time between stills and video gain from the AF/MF switch and linear-response manual focus ring, which work consistently across both workflows.

Key Features

  • 16-35mm full-frame zoom with constant f/4 aperture throughout range
  • Four XD Linear Motors drive motorized zoom with manual ring control
  • Barrel length stays constant during focus and zoom travel
  • 13-element optical formula with two aspherical, Super ED, and ED elements
  • 7-blade circular aperture for smooth bokeh and close-focus capability
  • 353g weight, 88.1mm length - lightest full-frame f/4 wide-angle power zoom
  • Dust and moisture sealing with fluorine front coating and sealed mount

FAQ

How does the power zoom system compare to a manual zoom ring?
Four XD Linear Motors drive the zoom, but the system detects even subtle rotation of the manual zoom ring and converts it instantly to motor-driven zoom movement. You get the tactile feedback of a traditional ring plus the precision and speed control of a motorized system, with a continuously variable lever for slow, repeatable zooms.
Does the barrel length change when you zoom or focus?
No. The barrel stays at 88.1 mm constant throughout both focus and zoom travel, which is critical for gimbal balance and eliminates the focus breathing and axial shift artifacts that degrade video footage.
What's the minimum focus distance, and can you shoot close with a wide-angle lens?
24 cm (9.4 inches) with a 0.23x maximum magnification. The 7-blade circular aperture and well-controlled spherical aberration deliver smooth bokeh even when working at those close distances, making it surprisingly capable for near-focus work.
Why does the constant f/4 aperture matter for video work?
Exposure stays locked at f/4 from 16mm to 35mm without any shift as you zoom, so you can zoom through a scene without constantly adjusting iris to compensate. This is essential for seamless, professional-looking footage.
Is this lens suitable for both stills and video, or is it video-first?
Both equally. The power zoom, quiet autofocus, and smooth aperture control serve video, but the G Lens optical formula, 13-element design with Super ED and aspherical elements, 7-blade circular aperture, and 24 cm minimum focus distance all deliver the rendering and precision stills photographers expect.
What optical elements suppress distortion in an ultra-wide zoom?
Two advanced aspherical elements, one Super ED (Extra-low Dispersion) element, and one ED element work together. The optical formula runs 13 elements across 12 groups to handle the 107° angle of view at the wide end while controlling the geometric and chromatic distortion common to wide-angle zooms.
How does dust and moisture sealing work on this lens?
Silicone rubber gaskets seal all buttons and switches, a rubber ring seals the lens mount, and the internal zoom and focus mechanisms are sealed. All seams are sealed as well. Combined with the fluorine front coating, this design holds up in challenging outdoor conditions.
SpecificationValue
Focal Length16-35mm
Max Aperturef/4
Min Aperturef/22
MountSony E
Lens FormatFull Frame
Filter Size72 mm
Min Focus Distance9.4" / 24 cm
Angle Of View107° to 63°
Elements13
Groups12
Length88.1 mm
Max Diameter80.5 mm
Weight353 g
Weight Oz12.5
Package Weight1.42 lb
Box Dimensions Lxwxh7.7 x 4.6 x 4.3

This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.

Brand Name Sony
Filter Size 72mm
Focus Type Autofocus (lens motor)
Lens Mount Sony E Mount
Lens Type Ultrawide
Max Focal Length 35mm
Min Focal Length 16mm