Sony Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM II Review

June 21, 2016 | Jack Baker | Rating star Rating star Rating star Rating star Half rating star

Main Rivals

Listed below are some of the rivals of the Sony Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM II.

Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM

The Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM is a new professional wide-angle zoom lens. Boasting built-in image stabilisation with fast and quite auto-focusing, the EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM is a more affordable alternative to the faster EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM optic. Read our in-depth Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM review complete with full-size sample images.

Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 35mm F2.8 ZA

The Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 35mm F2.8 ZA is a wide-angle prime lens for Sony's new 35mm full-frame E-mount camera system. The light, compact FE 35mm offers a bright F2.8 maximum aperture, 7-blade aperture, dust and moisture resistance, and a unique T* surface coating. Is the Carl Zeiss FE 35mm the best FE lens for your A7/A7R camera? Read our Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 35mm F2.8 ZA review to find out...

Fujifilm XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS

The Fujifilm XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS is a brand new ultra-wide-angle zoom lens for Fujifilm X-series compact system cameras. Offering a versatile focal range of 15-36mm in 35mm terms with built-in optical image stabilisation, is the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS a worthy addition to the XF lens range? Read our Fujifilm XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS review to find out...

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR is a professional ultra-wide angle lens. Aimed mainly at full-frame DSLR users, but also compatible with DX bodies where it provides a focal range of 24-50mm, the Nikon 16-35mm f/4 also features built-in optical image stabilization. Read our in-depth Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR Review complete with full-size sample images.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5G ED

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5G ED is an affordable ultra-wide angle lens. Aimed mainly at full-frame DSLR users, but also compatible with DX bodies, the Nikon 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5 features built-in optical image stabilization. Read our in-depth Nikon AF-S Nikkor 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR review complete with full-size sample images.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor DX 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 10-24mm f/4G ED VR is an ultra-wide angle lens for DX-format digital SLR cameras. This affordable lens provides a focal range of 15-36mm, offers quiet and fast auto-focusing, and is housed in a compact and lightweight body. Read our in-depth Nikon AF-S Nikkor 10-24mm f/4G ED VR review complete with full-size sample images.

Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 7-14mm f/2.8 PRO

The M.ZUIKO Digital ED 7-14mm f/2.8 PRO is a new fast ultra-wide-angle zoom lens from Olympus for the Micro Four Thirds system. Offering a 14-28mm focal length, constant f/2.8 maximum aperture, fast and near-silent focusing, and a manual focus clutch, read our in-depth Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 7-14mm f/2.8 PRO review to find out if it's the best ultra-wide-angle zoom lens for the Micro Four Thirds system...

Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 7-14mm F4.0 ASPH

The Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 7-14mm F4.0 ASPH is a new super wide-angle lens for the Micro Four Thirds system of interchangeable lens cameras. Offering an effective focal range of 14-28mm in 35mm terms, the Panasonic 7-14mm lens offers the widest focal length of any Micro Four Thirds lens. Read our Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 7-14mm F4.0 ASPH review to find out if it's worth adding to your lens collection.

Sony Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM II

The Sony Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM II is a fast and versatile ultra-wide-angle zoom designed for Sony full-frame or APS-C A-Mount cameras. Is it a must-have lens for every full-frame A-Mount shooter? Read our Sony Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM II review to find out...

Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35 mm F4 ZA OSS

The Vario Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS is a premium wide-angle zoom lens for Sony's 35mm full-frame E-mount camera system. The FE 16-35mm offers a constant F4 maximum aperture, 7-blade aperture, dust and moisture resistance, built-in image stabilisation and a unique T* surface coating. Is the Sony FE 16-35mm the natural wide-angle partner for your A7/A7R/A7S camera? Read our Sony Vario Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS review to find out...

Tokina AT-X 16-28mm F2.8 Pro FX

The Tokina AT-X 16-28mm F2.8 Pro FX is an affordable wide-angle lens for full-format DSLR users. Incredibly well-built, the Tokina 16-28mm is a good match for cameras like the Canon EOS 5D MK II that we tested it with. Read our Tokina AT-X 16-28mm F2.8 Pro FX Review to find out if it's worth considering instead of the Canon and Nikon alternatives.