Sony just announced a new Zeiss 16-70mm f4 e-mount lens. The new Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar T* 16-70mm F4 zoom lens gives photographers the opportunity to experience legendary Carl Zeiss optical excellence in a supremely compact, easy-to-carry zoom lens. A practical 4x zoom range of 16-70mm (24-105mm in 35mm full-frame equivalent) makes this model ideal for a wide range of everyday photo situations, from landscapes and portraits to informal snapshots and everything in between.
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Zeiss Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS lens Price
Zeiss Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS lens Price – $998.00.
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Zeiss Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS lens Features and Specifications
- Mid-range zoom lens provides a 35mm-equivalent focal length range of 24-105mm, covering wide-angle to short telephoto perspectives.
- Constant f/4 maximum aperture enables greater consistency throughout the zoom range and benefits working in dim conditions with longer focal lengths.
- Optical SteadyShot image stabilization works to minimize the appearance of camera shake by up to four shutter speed steps to benefit shooting handheld in dim lighting and with greater zoom magnifications.
- Four aspherical elements helps to reduce chromatic aberrations throughout the zoom range while also maintaining a compact form-factor.
- Carl Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating enhances contrast, clarity, and color reproduction by countering the effects of lens flare and ghosting.
- Metal lens barrel increases durability and adds a refined aesthetic appearance.
| Principal specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lens type | Zoom lens | |
| Max Format size | APS-C / DX | |
| Focal length | 16–70 mm | |
| Image stabilisation | Yes (OSS (Optical Steady Shot)) | |
| Lens mount | Sony E (NEX) | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F4.0 | |
| Minimum aperture | F22.0 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 16 | |
| Groups | 12 | |
| Special elements / coatings | Zeiss T* (T-star) coating | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.35 m (13.78″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.23 x | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Stepper motor | |
| Full time manual | Unknown | |
| Distance scale | Yes | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 308 g (0.68 lb) | |
| Diameter | 67 mm (2.62″) | |
| Length | 75 mm (2.95″) | |
| Materials | Metal mount and exterior | |
| Colour | Black | |
| Zoom method | Rotary (extending) | |
| Filter thread | 55 mm | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Hood product code | ALC-SH111 | |
| Other | ||
Zeiss Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS lens Release Date
The Zeiss Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS lens starts shipping in September, 2013.
Zeiss Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm F4 ZA OSS lens Sample Images
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