This lightweight mid-range zoom combines renowned ZEISS optical performance with a constant F4 maximum aperture for consistently fine performance throughout the zoom range. Linear motor drive achieves smooth, quiet operation that, coupled with responsive AF, makes this lens ideal for movies and stills in a wide range of shooting situations. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization is built in.
Vario-Tessar T* E 16–70mm F4 ZA OSS Compatibility
E-mount Full Frame cameras
E-mount APS-C cameras
Sample photos
1/5s, F4
1/640s, F4.5
1/15s, F4
1/125s, F4
1/60s, F7.1
ZEISS quality in a compact, versatile zoom
Here’s class-leading ZEISS optics with the T* coating in a mid-range zoom that is compact and convenient for a wide range of subjects and shooting situations.
Refined optics deliver stunning images
Four aspherical elements, including one AA (advanced aspherical) element, combine with one ED glass element for consistently breathtaking rendering throughout the zoom range.
Constant exposure at any zoom setting
Maximum aperture is F4 at all focal lengths so the user can zoom and shoot at any aperture without having to keep track of changes in exposure settings or depth of field.
Always sharp and clear
Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization compensates for camera shake that can blur images when shooting handheld, for sharp, clear night scenes and low-light indoor shots.
Compact ZEISS zoom
Outstanding imagery
Constant F4 aperture
Optical SteadyShot™
Lens Configuration
Legendary ZEISS quality manufactured and calibrated specifically for Sony imaging products. The T* coating contributes to exquisite rendering and contrast. [1] Advanced aspherical lens (AA lens) [2] Aspherical lens [3] ED (extra-low dispersion) glass
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. [1] Contrast (%) [2] Distance from optical center of lens (mm) [3] At 16 mm / Max. aperture [4] At 16 mm / F8 aperture [5] At 70 mm / Max. aperture [6] At 70 mm / F8 aperture [7] Spatial frequency [8] 10 line pairs / mm [9] 20 line pairs / mm [10] 40 line pairs / mm [11] Radial values [12] Tangential values
Specifications & Features
ZEISS Tessar compact standard zoom
Approx. 4x zoom range
Constant F4 maximum aperture
ZEISS T* anti-reflective coating
Min. focus distance: 0.35m
Minimum Focus Distance
0.35m (1.15ft)
Maximum Magnification ratio (x)
0.23x
Filter Diameter (mm)
55mm
Weight
308g (10.9oz.)
What's in the Box
Lens hood (ALC-SH127: petal shape, bayonet type), Lens front cap, Lens rear cap, Case
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