Sony FE C 16-35 mm T3.1 G vs Sony FE 16-35 mm f/2.8 GM II
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| Compare | Lightest Fastest Aperture | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Landscape | Landscape |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 16-35 mm | 16-35 mm |
| Aperture | f/3.1 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 11 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.28 m | 0.22 m |
| Max. Magnification | 0.19x | 0.32x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 1390 g | 547 g |
| Length | 147 mm | 87.8 mm |
| Diameter | 118.5 mm | 111.5 mm |
| Filter Thread | 114 mm | 82 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2020 | 2023 |
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Comparing Sony FE C 16-35 mm T3.1 G (16-35 mm, f/3.1) and Sony FE 16-35 mm f/2.8 GM II (16-35 mm, f/2.8).
Sony FE 16-35 mm f/2.8 GM II is the lightest at 547 g, Sony FE C 16-35 mm T3.1 G weighs 1390 g.
Sony FE 16-35 mm f/2.8 GM II offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/2.8, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Sony FE 16-35 mm f/2.8 GM II can focus closest at 0.22 m minimum focus distance.
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