The Sony E 16mm f/2.8 lens, also known as the “Pancake Lens,” is a lightweight and exceptionally compact prime lens designed for Sony’s APS-C format NEX interchangeable lens cameras. Here are the key features and specifications:
Focal Length:
Equivalent to 24mm on a full-frame camera, offering a fairly wide view.
Ideal for landscapes, creative portraits, and architecture shots.
Aperture Range:
Maximum aperture of f/2.8, allowing for good low-light performance.
Minimum aperture of f/22.
Optical Design:
Constructed with one aspheric element for improved image quality.
Excellent corner-to-corner resolution.
Minimum Focus Distance:
Closest focus distance of 9.4 inches (0.24m).
Creates separation from backgrounds for appealing compositions.
Auto Focus and Video:
Very quiet autofocus motor, suitable for video recording.
Great option for vloggers capturing wide-angle footage.
Circular Aperture:
Seven aperture blades form a near-circle.
Pleasing defocused circular effect in the background when wide open.
Compact and Elegant Design:
Weighs only 2.5 oz (70g).
Metal lens barrel and mount for durability.
Measures 62mm in diameter and 22.5mm thick.