Sony expands its G-series lineup with two new lenses catering to vastly different shooting needs: Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G, a compact ultra-wide prime ideal for vloggers and video creators, and Sony FE 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS, Sony’s longest zoom lens designed for wildlife, sports, and birding enthusiasts.
Both the lenses are now available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama.
Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G Lens
Sony FE 18mm F1.8 G is a wide-angle full-frame lens designed for shooting photos and videos, featuring weather sealing, switches to lock and de-click the aperture ring, and customizable buttons.
This new lens costs $798, available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama.
| Principal specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lens type | Prime lens | |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF | |
| Focal length | 16 mm | |
| Image stabilization | No | |
| Lens mount | Sony E, Sony FE | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F1.8 | |
| Minimum aperture | F22 | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 11 | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 15 | |
| Groups | 12 | |
| Special elements / coatings | 2 asph, 3 ED, flourine coating | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.13 m (5.12″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.3× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Linear Motor | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 304 g (0.67 lb) | |
| Diameter | 74 mm (2.91″) | |
| Length | 75 mm (2.95″) | |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Colour | Black | |
| Filter thread | 67 mm | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Tripod collar | No | |
Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS
Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G is a supertelephoto zoom from Sony, and the first in its E-mount lineup to reach 800mm. It’s compatible with 1.4 and 2x teleconverters, features six ED elements, and has an internal zoom to maintain its center of gravity throughout its range.
This new lens costs $2,898, first available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama.
| Principal specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lens type | Zoom lens | |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF | |
| Focal length | 400–800 mm | |
| Lens mount | Sony E, Sony FE | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F6.3–8 | |
| Aperture ring | Yes | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 11 | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 27 | |
| Groups | 19 | |
| Special elements / coatings | 6 ED, fluorine coating | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 1.70 m (66.93″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.23× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Linear Motor | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Focus distance limiter | 10m – near, Infinity – 8m | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2475 g (5.46 lb) | |
| Diameter | 120 mm (4.72″) | |
| Length | 346 mm (13.62″) | |
| Materials | Plastic | |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Colour | White | |
| Zoom method | Rotary (internal) | |
| Power zoom | No | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Tripod collar | Yes | |
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Sony FE 16mm F1.8 G |
$798 | B&H/ Adorama |
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Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS |
$2,898 | B&H/ Adorama |