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Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II

Sony's flagship ultra-wide zoom redesigned for the modern era — the FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II is dramatically lighter than its predecessor while delivering class-leading sharpness, a constant f/2.8 aperture, and Sony's XD linear motor autofocus. An essential lens for landscape, architecture, and astrophotography on any Sony full-frame camera.

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£2099 new
Average price across retailers: ~£2199
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Core
Released
2023
Aperture
f/2.8 (constant max aperture)
Compatible Mount
Sony FE (full-frame E-mount)
Dimensions
87.8mm diameter × 111.5mm length
Weight
547g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Performance
AF Motor
XD linear motors — ultra-fast and near-silent
Optical IS
None (relies on body IBIS)
Burst Rate
N/A
Battery Life
N/A
Optics
Min. Focus Distance
22cm minimum focus distance
Viewfinder
N/A
Screen
N/A
Memory Cards
N/A
Connectivity
N/A

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre
Landscape
9.0
Architecture
9.0
Vlogging & Video
9.0
✅ Great For
🏔️
Landscape 16mm captures epic wide scenes; corner-to-corner sharpness is essential for landscapes — this delivers it.
🏛️
Architecture The constant f/2.8 and extreme sharpness make it the definitive architectural photography lens.
🎬
Vlogging & Video XD motors, clickless aperture ring, and a near-silent design make it a premium video ultra-wide.
⚠️ Not Ideal For

No significant limitations identified — this is a versatile camera without obvious weak spots for most shooters.

📝 How suitability scores are calculated Scores reflect the aggregated consensus from verified purchaser reviews across tracked UK retailers, weighted by photography genre tags applied by reviewers. This is community opinion — not GearFrame editorial assessment.
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