Among the new high-aperture wide-angle zoom lens FE 16-35 mm F2,8 GM SEL1635GM model and ultra wide-angle zoom lens FE 12-24 mm F4 G SEL1224G model .
The SEL1635GM brings the incredible high resolution and beautiful bokeh effect of Sony’s flagship G Master Lens Series to a wide focal length range of 16-35mm for stunning landscapes, cityscapes, portraits and more.
Whilst the new SEL1224G, with the widest angle of view of any full-frame Sony E-lens to date, brings a dynamic new perspective to anyone shooting with a Sony E-lens. As a result, Sony’s family of full-frame E bayonet lenses now covers a range of focal lengths from an ultra-wide 12mm to a super telephoto 800mm with teleconverter .
New wide-angle zoom lens FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM
The new FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM wide-angle zoom lens complements the popular FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM and FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS lenses, adding to Sony’s line-up of fast zoom lenses with F2.8 apertures. Equipped with many of Sony’s most advanced lens technologies, this is the first wide-angle lens in the G Master series, making it ideal for shooting a wide variety of situations – landscapes, architecture, close-up portraits, sports, fast action and more. The lens is also very light and compact, making it extremely portable and handy.
The SEL1635GM delivers exceptional clarity across the entire frame with an optical design incorporating five aspherical elements, including two XA extreme aspherical elements, a Sony original design. These elements reduce aberration and achieve pinpoint sharpness throughout the entire range of focal lengths and apertures.
The front XA element in the SEL1635GM, the largest XA element ever made, ensures optimum image quality. There are also two optical ED Extra low-Dispersion glass elements that minimize chromatic aberration while providing maximum resolution, and Sony’s original Nano AR coating that suppresses internal reflection to ensure excellent contrast and image clarity.
The SEL1635GM has a near-circular aperture at all apertures, and the combination of the aforementioned XA element and the 11-blade aperture design creates images with sharply focused subjects and beautifully out-of-focus backgrounds bokeh effect . It also features a dual DDSSM Direct Drive Super Sonic Wave Motors drive that forms a floating focus system and provides fast, silent autofocus, making this lens ideal for shooting both stills and video.
The SEL1635GM lens is dust and moisture proofi and has a fluoride coating on the front lens to prevent dust and grease stains on the lens surface and to remove them easily if they do occur. There is also a programmable focus lock button and a hood release button.
The new FE 12-24mm F4 G ultra wide-angle lens
A compact and lightweight ultra wide-angle zoom lens of unique design weighing only about 566g, the new FE 12-24mm F4 G delivers remarkable image quality. The widest full-frame E lens from Sony, it gives you a dynamic perspective on landscapes, architecture and interiors, and is perfect for both stills and movies.
The SEL1224G uses an innovative optical design with four aspherical elements to deliver superb clarity and resolution all over the frame. In addition, this lens features three ED glass elements and one Super ED glass element that minimize chromatic aberration throughout the image area, as well as using the original Sony Nano AR coating.
The new SEL1224G lens features a Direct Drive Super Sonic Wave Motor DDSSM for fast, silent, and accurate autofocus, as well as a programmable focus lock button and focus mode switch. It’s dust and waterproof.
Available now
The new FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM wide-angle zoom lens SEL1635GM model and FE 12-24mm F4 G ultra wide-angle zoom lens SEL1224G model will be available in America in summer 2017.
What are the main features and advantages of Sony’s new wide-angle full-frame E-type lenses? Is there a significant improvement in image quality compared to previous lenses? How do these lenses compare to similar offerings from other manufacturers in terms of price and performance?
These new lenses from Sony seem intriguing! What are the main advantages of the wide-angle design, and how does it enhance the photography experience? Additionally, are these lenses compatible with all Sony full-frame cameras or only specific models? I’m considering upgrading my gear and would like to know if these lenses are worth the investment.
Wide-angle lenses have the main advantage of providing a wider perspective compared to standard lenses, allowing you to capture more of the scene in your photos. This can be especially useful for landscape photography, architecture, and interior shots. The wide-angle design also helps create a sense of depth and dimension in your images.
In terms of enhancing the photography experience, wide-angle lenses enable you to get creative with composition and perspective, leading to more dynamic and visually interesting shots. They can also help you emphasize certain elements in your photos by exaggerating their size or distance from the camera.
As for compatibility with Sony full-frame cameras, it would depend on the specific model of the lens. It’s always best to check the compatibility list provided by Sony to ensure that the lens you’re interested in will work with your camera. Before investing in new gear, it’s a good idea to do some research and perhaps even try out the lenses in person to see if they align with your photography style and preferences.