Two new wide-angle lenses for Sony’s FullFrame: 16-35 f/2.8 and 12-24 f/4
Sony continues its drive to gain the professionals and makes it expand its optical park with two wide-angle lenses: SEL1635GM 16-35mm f/2.8-22 and SEL1224G 12-24mm f/4-22 G. Both targets are designed For FullFrame with Attack E, including the newly arrived Sony A9.
The 16-35 was really awaited by professionals all over the world, both in the field of landscape and ceremony, as it is a zoom that starts from a very wide angle and reaches a comfortable focal point, which many treat as a ” normal “. The aperture is constant and is equal to a f/2.8, the optical pattern consists of 13 elements of which 2 Extreme Aspherical, 3 aspherical and 2 ED grouped into 13 groups.
The front element does not rotate, the circular diaphragm consists of 11 lamellae, the minimum focusing distance is only 28cm and the weight of the optic is 680g. In addition to the classic fire and zoom ringers and the AF/MF selector, the body has a further button under the G sticker that controls the MAF retention, but which is configurable by the camera. Availability is scheduled for August at a price of $ 2,200.
The other objective is the 12-24mm f/4 ultra-wide zoom. It is relatively compact and lightweight (565 g.) and features in its optical pattern of 4 aspherical lenses, 1 SuperED and 3 ED for a total of 17 lenses in 13 groups. The front lens is spherical and protrudes beyond the barrel (but is protected by the integrated lint) so it is not possible to mount a screwdriver.
The circular diaphragm is made up of 7 lamellae while the focus is entrusted to a supersonic Direct Drive (DDSSM) high-performance motor for maximum performance. Here is also the customizable fire-retardant button. The launch price in the US will be $ 1700, with availability from August.
In the last month, Sony is showing strong belief in its photographic market, and after passing Nikon in FullFrame sales in the United States and presenting the brand-new Flagship Alpha 9 is continuing to provide its customers with new goals to choose from, demonstrating one of the homes. More active than the moment.
- G Lens design for corner-to-corner high resolution
- Maximum magnification ratio (x) :0.14.Premium Optics; 4 aspherical, 1 Super ED, 3 ED...
- Constant F4 max aperture maintains exposure and Depth of field
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