Sony has introduced the FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II lens, featuring a host of upgrades and fresh features that are likely to appeal to a broad spectrum of photographers and videographers. What's its real-world performance like? This detailed video review explores the performance and image quality that one can anticipate from the lens in usage.
Coming to you from Dustin Abbott, this great video review takes a look at the new Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II lens. The second version of the lens comes with a nice range of upgrades and new features, including:
- One Super ED (extra-low dispersion) and Two ED elements for reduced aberrations and increased clarity
- Five aspherical elements, including three extreme aspherical elements (XA) for reduced distortion and improved sharpness
- Faster autofocus and floating focus mechanism with XD (extreme dynamic) linear motors and fast and quiet autofocus suitable for photos and videos
- Minimum focusing distance of 8.6" and maximum magnification of 0.32x
- Minimized focus breathing
- Breathing Compensation support
- Linear Response manual focus
- Declickable aperture ring
- Approximately 20% lighter and 10% smaller than first version
- Two customizable functions
- Dust- and moisture-resistant construction
- Fluorine coating on front element
Check out the video above for Abbott's full thoughts on the lens.
