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Sony DT 16-105mm f/3.5-5.6
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APS-C sized imageLenses that create APS-C sized image are designed for digital only. They cannot be used on cameras that have image sensor larger than the APS-C format. These lenses are not suitable for film cameras either. No Ultrasonic AFLenses with ultrasonic focusing mechanism tend to be quiter and faster than traditionally focusing lenses. One or more Low Dispersion lens element is usedLow Dispersion lens elements help to reduce chromatic aberration. Not stabilizedImage stabilization helps to reduce blur caused by hand shake, especially at high focal length or in low light situations. Image stabilization can give 1 to 3 stop advantage over none stabilized lens, based on the reciprocal rule. No drop-in filter supportDrop-in filters are used in those lenses where either the front lens is too large, or the field of view doesn't permit the use of traditional filters at the front of the lens. Usually bright tele and ultra-wide angle lenses support this filter type. |
Sony DT 16-105mm f/3.5-5.6 Specification
| Available mount(s) | Sony / Minolta A |
| Application(s) | Portrait, Closeup, Landscape, Interiors, Architecture |
| Category(s) | Wide angle zoom |
| Multiplier | 1.5× |
| Stabilizer | no |
| Focal length | 16 - 105 mm (6.6× zoom) |
| Lens construction | 15 elements in 11 groups |
| Angle of view |
35mm: N/A digital: N/A |
| Number of blades | N/A |
| Maximum aperture | wide: f/3.5 tele: f/5.6 |
| Minimum aperture | wide: N/A tele: N/A |
| Minimum focusing distance | 40 cm |
| Magnification | 0.29× |
| Filter size | N/A |
| Size | ∅ 72 × 83 mm |
| Weight | 470 g |
| Notes |
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| AF speed | N/A |
| AF sound | |
| Internal focusing | N/A |
| Internal zoom | N/A |
| Fix front lens | N/A |
| Mount type | N/A |
| Weather sealed | N/A |
| Drop in filter | no |
| Ultrasonic AF | no |
| APS-C sized circle | yes |
| Low dispersion lens element | yes |
| Hard case | N/A |
| Soft case | N/A |
| Lens hood | included |
| Tripod adapter | N/A |
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Sony DT 16-105mm f/3.5-5.6 Owner Reviews
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Great Glass!
Apr 4, 2009
If you can get a deal on this lens it will be a steal! This easily compares with the Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80mm lens with out letting go of several hundred more to get it.[...]I'm planning on using this for a trip and it will make a great lens for that.
High Quality, High Zoom Range, Highly Affordable
Feb 15, 2010
I've been shooting this lens alongside the full-frame Zeiss 24 -70mm f/2.8 and Sony G 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6, both of which are world-class. What I've found has surprised me: this lens has no apologies to make in that company. I bought the other two lenses only because I expect to transition to full frame in about 3 years. (I'm currently using an A550 body.) I haven't done any scientific measurements, but when I blow-up shots from this lens on a large monitor, I'm not finding any resolution issues at all. I've done shots of the same subjects with all three lenses, and simply haven't seen any loss of resolution or any color signature with this lens. Again, this is real-world shooting and subjective evaluation, not laboratory testing.
Someone commented on the lens being heavy. That's a relative thing. It is much, much lighter than the Zeiss 70-24. That's partly because the Zeiss has a wider aperture and works full frame. The 16-105 is, however, heavier than typical Minolta film camera lenses.
The feel of the build quality is impressive. It is very, very close to the subjective feel of the Zeiss 24-70, which is possibly the best made lens on the market. If you twist and wiggle the two lenses, you can detect a very slightly tighter tolerance in the Zeiss, but you have to try -- it's not readily apparent.
This is my walk-around lens of choice. I also considered the Sony SAL18250 Alpha DT 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 and the Zeiss Sony SAL-1680Z DT 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5. Based on what I've read and what I've experienced first hand, I'd say the optical quality of the lenses would place the 18-250 at the low end, this 16-105 in the middle, and the Zeiss 16-80 at the high end, with this 16-105 being closer to the Zeiss than to the 18-250. Honestly, I don't think you'd go wrong with any of the three. But if you want close to the best quality, and the 6.5X zoom range suits your needs, this lens is a no-brainer. Personally, I wouldn't trade it for either of the other two, even though it's the least expensive.
Good shooting,
Tim
Awesome lens!
Aug 25, 2009
By far the best lens I bought. The great focal length of this lens covers almost every shot whether wide or zoomed, it's just perfect with no moving elements when auto focusing. This is a must-have lens for your alpha.
Excellent Lense but Heavy
Jan 19, 2009
This is a very high quality lense. It takes excellent pictures with the Sony Alpha series. Fast Auto Focus. Great night shots, amazing actually. My only complaint is that the lense is very heavy as is the body, which makes carrying the camera inconvenient at times. Do the math on the weight before you buy. My friends have the Nikon Series and they all seem to be like feathers compared to my Sony boulder.
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