SAL1680Z







SAL1680Z

Vario-Sonnar® T* DT 16–80 mm F3.5-4.5 ZA














Specifications

  • ZEISS® standard zoom
  • 35 mm equivalent focal length: 24–120 mm
  • ZEISS® T* coating reduces flare and ghosting
  • 7-blade circular aperture for smooth bokeh
  • Aspherical elements compensate for aberration and distortion
Minimum Focus Distance 
1.14 ft
 
Maximum Magnification ratio 
0.24x
 
Filter Diameter 
2.44 in
 
Weight 
15.70 oz

Possibly the first zoom you’ll need

The SAL1680Z is a superb single-lens solution for many APS-C format photographers. Its 35 mm equivalent 24–120 mm range may be all you’ll ever need for day-to-day shooting. And of course it delivers acclaimed ZEISS optical performance and handling, with image quality that rivals the best prime lenses at any focal length. An ideal introduction to ZEISS quality for A-mount APS-C format bodies.


 Vario-Sonnar® T* DT 16–80 mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Compatibility



A-mount Full Frame Cameras



A-mount APS-C Cameras





E-mount Full Frame cameras with Mount Adaptor


E-mount APS-C cameras with Mount Adaptor







Sample photos







Treat yourself to a superb ZEISS zoom

This lens delivers acclaimed ZEISS optical performance from 16 mm to 80 mm (24–120 mm equivalent), with image quality that rivals the best prime lenses at any focal length.

Compact, crisp and clear

Two aspherical elements in a precision Vario-Sonnar design deliver outstanding sharpness and contrast for a wide range of subjects and situations.

A strong performer in difficult lighting

The ZEISS T* coating minimizes flare and ghosting for natural color reproduction with impressive contrast and gradation.



Beautiful bokeh to back your subject

A 7-blade circular aperture design aids in producing beautifully smooth background bokeh with natural highlights when desired.





Lens Configuration

Legendary ZEISS quality manufactured and calibrated specifically for Sony imaging products. The T* coating contributes to exquisite rendering and contrast.




MTF Chart

MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) describes how well a lens can reproduce fine details, measured as the degree of contrast achieved between finely spaced lines.