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  | sent on 25 Luglio 2021 Pros: Sharpness TA, weight, used price, colors, sunstars, distortion correction, CA correction, some degree of weathersealing (?), ability to mount 72mm filter thread (without front blob!), OSS useful for handheld shot as low as 1/8 Cons: some softness at 35mm TA, restore to good levels when stop down to f8 Opinion: Coming from M43, where ultra wide angle zooms are a pain in the ass not only because of insane high price, but also insane amount of distortion which are of course corrected by software but still visible even after post production... eg the notorious 7-14 f2.8 PRO lens (f5.6 in equivalent FF DOF with a huge blob element that prohibits usage of screw-on filters) which is one reason I bought into Sony full frame system together with this lens. In my country the used price of this lens fluctuate between USD $430 to $600 used; about 750 usd new hence it is an absolutely bargain when you consider this optic is made to cover the FF imaging circle! Compact and lightweight (exact weight & dimension as the renowned Sony 35mm f1.4 GM) for an UWA zoom that starts with constant f4, when compare to the likes of Canon & Nikon which is larger and heavier. Solid cold metal build which feels great in hands but the paint can peel off easily after several years of usage. In term of optical quality, this one completely smoke its siblings the 2470ZA in sharpness department. It can sometimes make really nice sunstars when used in some situations but of course it won't be as nicer than say the Zeiss Loxia series or Voigtlander... But with the Sony ZA, one can always appreciate the convenience of shooting in AF ;) Highly recommended for landscape and interior shooter. |
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 | sent on 15 Novembre 2022 Pros: Construction - Autofocus - Weight - Color rendering - Stabilizer - Price - Filters 72mm Cons: Loss of sharpness 35mm Opinion: The most used lens in my kit on A7rII, sold a few days ago for the 12-24 F4 G, From 16mm up to 28mm Exceptional sharpness already at TA, perfection is reached at 5.6, while at 35mm there is a noticeable loss on the edges that improves closing at least at f8, Excellent Color Rendering, Fluid Rings, Silent and Fast autofocus, very good stabilization, light and versatile in my mountain outings, as for the delicacy of the paint I personally did not encounter this problem because I have a lot of attention and I keep all my lenses in the cases during transport, beautiful to handle being all metal, 72mm screw filter attachment, For the Price Range and Focal I think I would buy it again. |
  | sent on 08 Novembre 2022 Pros: Build quality, compactness and versatility. Cons: Poor edges Opinion: I got to try this lens on the A7RIII and I was not particularly impressed. In relation to the cost (to date about € 800) I would have expected slightly better especially with regard to the edges that are worse than both my old Canon 17-40 (which was not a sample in this area and cost about the same) and the sony 10-18 on apsc. Another thing that struck me and of which I also had confirmation in a review, is that the maximum sharpness is obtained at maximum aperture. closing the diaphragm worsens both at the corners and in the center. In my opinion a lens that does not do justice to the most famous cameras. It is true that it begins to have its years but in my view it cannot be a perspective of 9.2 average vote, not even in relation to the price. Assigned mark: 7. |
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 | sent on 21 Novembre 2021 Pros: Wonderful optics for color rendering / detail / sharpness, fluidity of the bezel, small light and stabilized, arrival at 1/10s freehand quietly.... Cons: Bah I do not know what to say, you may mark a little more easily than other optics, but on the one hand it is also nice to hear that you have to use it with due attention as a valuable object ..... Opinion: I have been using this lens for several years now, I have very little to say except that it has given me and continues to give me satisfaction ... I would buy it again quietly because it is the best combination of overall yield, weight and dimensions and even if it is an f4 in the end perhaps it goes down to slower times than a corresponding f2.8, because weight and stabilization allow you to go down a lot with the times, in fact I arrive at 1/10s motorcycle quietly, and I do not know if I would be able to do the same with an optics similar to f2.8 but heavier and not stabilized, so turn and turn the lack of f / 2.8 is thirsty very little, indeed I prefer diaphragms more closed most of the time for many reasons .... For those like me who love file quality, sharpness, compactness, lightness and versatility, this without shadow of dubio is a highly recommended optics .... |
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| sent on 23 Settembre 2021 Pros: Sharpness, colors, construction, very few chromatic aberrations even at the shortest focal length, stabilized Cons: Price Opinion: An excellent wide-angle zoom for Sony E, very sharp especially at short focal lengths (it behaves very well even on very dense sensors: I use it on A7RII) The color rendering is excellent. The maximum aperture at f/4 for the lens of use that I make of it (landscape mainly) is amply sufficient. The weight is not excessive, especially if mounted on FF bodies and is in line with the offer of the competition. Ultimately it is a lens that gives excellent performance and built very well, even if the price of the new is really high. Another "flaw" that I can mention is that it has no internal zoom: given the focal range, I would have preferred a solution similar to that of the glorious Canon EF 17-40 f/4L |
 | sent on 26 Dicembre 2020 Pros: Sharpness at all focal points, construction, "standard" filter port, performing AF Cons: Cost of the new, you score easily Opinion: Excellent lens both from the point of view of optical quality and construction. It also has no problem with the a7r2 or r3's 42mp sensors. Af works very well. The ability to mount filters or screw filter port makes it versatile. As an F4 lens I would have preferred to weigh less but in any case it is not prohibitive, on the contrary, it weighs less than the competition. The cost of the new one I find quite elevated always in relation to the maximum opening of F4. The paint lines up quite easily. In any case, the pros are worth much more than the cons and the optics are definitely a good purchase. |
 | sent on 06 Dicembre 2019 Pros: Use in APS-C: compact, not overly heavy, great sharpness even at the edges (however very "natural" photos), excellent colors and contrast, use 100mm slab filters, fluid ghiere, not exaggerated cost (compared to 16-35 G). Great constriction, gives the idea of robustness. Tropicalization. Cons: ENDLESS MF stroke (impossible to determine the infinity in night/star filming - you have to resort to digital adjustments in the car ..... and they are in pain) Opinion: I'm (for now) using the lens in APS-C (on a6400). I would say amazing to every focal and generally to all the most used diaphragms (f.4 to f.11). The chromatic and contrasting rendering is excellent, even in photos at dusk and night. Flare seen only once with "visible" sun in photos. Very sharp throughout the photo (but naturally). Light (or not overly heavy compared to other choices) and compact is ideal for a mountain backpack on trekking. MF night a small "drama" to solve" (see "against"). Ability to use 100mm slab filters is a great advantage of slab size to carry (and cost). Now I'll test the lens in FF (a7RIII) and then update the review |
 | sent on 08 Gennaio 2018 Pros: Excellent construction and optical quality. Cons: Perhaps the direction of the zoom ring Opinion: Taken for a few months. Tested for good. Phenomenal lens, unique colors. The weight is right but the construction is exceptional. Zeiss quality all the way. Price more than fair for a lens with unique colors and excellent clarity. The only flaw perhaps a minimum of distortion and a little vignetting. All correctable in post. Excellent anyway. Highly recommended |
 | sent on 26 Dicembre 2017 Pros: Outstanding yield. Being Zeiss optics perfect for all focal lengths. Cons: I would say none except the cost. Opinion: Excellent lens I would say for portraits that street or landscapes. rnThe fixed focal length of f / 4 may seem dark, but I assure you that even in low light conditions excellent photos are obtained. Of course, being 16-35 its particular application could be said in landscapes or architectural photos. rnLight aberration of the lens at the edges but nothing that can not be adjusted in post production. I'm using it with great satisfaction on a Sony A7RII body. I'd say it's a great match. I also wait to try the 24-105 version just released. |
 | sent on 30 Giugno 2016 Pros: Little aberration, light, fast autofocus, construction Cons: For me no Opinion: Quest optics, which use on Sony A7m2 and A7s, does not betray the expectations. Compared to Canon 16/35 LII, although it lacks the opening 2.8, it demonstrates a quality of image and constructive in my view of the same level if not higher. The Sony Zeiss optics for native A7 are not many, for the moment, especially in the zoom category but amongst all this and the best. If you consider the focal 16/35 has very little distortion and that very little even crushes to 35, then you zoom to full speed. A 16mm distorts a bit but nothing incorrigible. A 20 is perfect. Working discreetly to f4 and is already at the top at f5.6 Having a maximum aperture of f4 does not have the boken other optics but senz more pleasant and brings out the characteristics of all the Zeiss optics. Color, detail and dynamic range are not those of Serie A which, however, in addition to need adapter ring when mounting on Sony A7, exactly double the coast. There is, in the general quality of the optics, the difference in the price there. Fast and precise autofocus makes the most of the let systemture is Sony a7 that Sony a7s. Robust and light can not be missing in the kit of who clicks with A7. |
 | sent on 22 Luglio 2015 Pros: Mechanical construction unexceptionable, dial change focal lengths with perfect fluidity. Incredibly major performances (at least in my copy) is almost at maximum aperture, or 4.5 !! Cons: Loss of quality at smaller apertures; regretfully now it is known that the performance of each objective should be analyzed unit by unit, also the objectives Zeiss! Besides, you can not expect that the Zeiss products in Thailand undergo the same stringent quality control of a Zeiss built in Germany or Japan! Opinion: In all focal lengths and all diaphragms there is little difference in quality between the center and edges of the image so I suggest you use this light always diaphragm rather open. A goal of average weight makes this light highly recommended for anyone who owns a Sony A7r: together the two instruments do not reach the weight of one kilogram. RNA part of the reserves of which I wrote, I think the Sony 16-35 perspective of high quality that can be used with satisfaction with all mirrorless Sony, even those equipped with the APS sensor which acts as an excellent 24-50 , although not light! |
 | sent on 07 Luglio 2015 Pros: Sharpness, construction, fast in focus. Cons: I think maybe not light, but well transportable. Opinion: having taken just say this: being a wide-angle zoom would say excellent, very sharp wide open and construction by Zeiss. the ring is smooth and flowing, in short, is one Zeiss. for those who enjoy landscapes is a must. nowadays people feel that they can not turn with a few pounds too seems that now people can not stand even a gram more. this zoom lens certainly not lightweight but still not pesantissimo.consigliato. |
 | sent on 15 Giugno 2015 Pros: Sharpness, construction, color rendering, resistance to flare Cons: Weights and dimensions of slightly less than similar goal for SLR Opinion: Wide-angle zoom of excellent quality. Like all dedicated lenses system Full Frame E-Mount lens exhibits excellent resolution with a sharpness wide open to good and very good center to the edges, which further improves stopping down to the classic openings to photograph landscapes. The building is really convincing, as one would expect from Zeiss, the sliding rings and fluid at the right point. The color rendering is very good. The main defects (distortion, common to a zoom wide angle like this, aberrations and vignetting) can be easily corrected with the classic profile lens available in major raw converter, while the jpeg you can already do it in your room. For those who practice photography landscape is definitely a lens to have. |
 | sent on 20 Gennaio 2015 Pros: target native, fast in focus Cons: Chromatic aberration, sharpness is not exciting Opinion: Honestly a lens marked Zeiss expected more, especially at that price. I had it on probation for a day, and I took advantage by taking a bit ', and making comparisons with the Nikon 16-35 mounted via adapter ring. rnOnestamente I expected much more .... the 16-35 proved to be absolutely the same level as regards the distortion ... and probably also for the sharpness. Instead the nikon wins by far the comparison on aberration chromatic ... I'm sorry not to have thought of resistance assessment flaring rnOnestamente ... I wanted this to have a kit lens optical native (and therefore lighter, and with Exif data on the pictures) .... but at this point I avoid carefully, and I keep my old Nikon ring .... |
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