Sony 400-800mm f/6-3-8.0 G lens preorders:
BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Fotokoch, Calumet, WexUK.
Sony 16mm f/1.8 G lens preorders:
BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Fotokoch, Calumet, WexUK, Amazon UK.

Sony Contact: Morgan Hermoza, Imaging Products & Solutions Americas, morgan.crumpley@sony.com

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 26, 2025 – Sony Electronics introduces the 16mm F1.8 G (SEL16F18G), a full-frame E-Mount lens that combines an ultra-wide 16mm focal length with a compact, lightweight build. Delivering high-resolution image quality, smooth bokeh, precise autofocus, and a bright F1.8 aperture, this lens is ideal in a variety of photo and video scenarios including landscapes, architecture, astrophotography, and more.

“At Sony, we are committed to providing creators of all levels with a diverse range of lens options to meet their artistic and technical needs,” said Yang Cheng, Vice President of Imaging Solutions, Sony Electronics Inc. “The 16mm F1.8 G is now the widest prime lens in our G lens lineup and pairs seamlessly with all our latest full-frame Alpha series cameras, as well as the FX3 and FX30 cinema cameras. With 79 E-Mount lenses now available, we are continuing our mission to ensure photographers, filmmakers, and creators have a breadth of high-performing lens options to bring their visions to life.”

Ultra-Wide Performance with Stunning Bokeh

The 16mm F1.8 G is engineered for breathtaking, dynamic perspectives with an ultra-wide 16mm focal length. Its advanced optical construction includes two AA (Advanced Aspherical) elements to ensure razor-sharp resolution across all apertures. A combination of one Super ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass element and three ED elements effectively suppresses chromatic aberration, delivering edge-to-edge clarity. Additionally, Sony’s optimized coating minimizes flare and ghosting, resulting in stunning image quality even in challenging lighting conditions.

With a bright F1.8 maximum aperture and an 11-blade circular diaphragm, the 16mm F1.8 G produces beautiful, creamy bokeh that enhances subject separation. Its impressive close-up performance allows for a minimum focus distance of just 0.5 ft (0.15 m) with autofocus and a maximum magnification of 0.25x. When using manual focus, these values improve up to 0.43 ft (0.13 m) and 0.30x, enabling unique wide-angle compositions with extraordinary depth.

Powerful Performance in a Compact Form

Through advanced optical engineering, including Sony’s high-precision AA lens elements, the 16mm F1.8 G maintains ultra-wide capabilities in an impressively compact and portable form factor. Measuring just 3 x 3 in (73.8 x 75 mm) and weighing approximately 10.8 oz (304 g), it offers exceptional mobility without compromising image quality. Designed for professionals on the go, this lens excels in capturing expansive landscapes and intricate architectural compositions with precision and clarity.

Fast and Accurate Autofocus

Equipped with two XD (Extreme Dynamic) linear motors, the 16mm F1.8 G delivers rapid, precise autofocus with remarkable tracking performance. A newly developed control algorithm enhances responsiveness while reducing delay and vibration, ensuring smooth, near-silent operation. This makes it an exceptional choice for both stills and video, especially when capturing fast-moving subjects.

Optimized for Stable Video

Designed with videographers in mind, the 16mm F1.8 G minimizes focus breathing for seamless focus transitions. It fully supports the breathing compensation function¹ available in compatible Sony Alpha camera bodies and pairs effortlessly with in-body Active Mode² image stabilization to ensure steady footage, even while shooting handheld or on the move. The lens also features a standard 67mm front filter thread, making it easy to integrate with a wide range of filter accessories. The compact design³ is ideal for gimbal use.

Intuitive Controls and Reliable Build

The 16mm F1.8 G offers comprehensive manual controls, including a responsive focus ring, customizable focus hold button, focus mode switch, aperture ring, and iris lock switch. The aperture ring allows for tactile exposure adjustments, while the click ON/OFF switch enhances flexibility for both photography and video applications. Built to ensure durability and reliability in challenging environments, the 16mm F1.8 G features a dust- and moisture-resistant design and a fluorine-coated front element.

Pricing and Availability

The 16mm F1.8 G will be available in April 2025 for approximately $799.99 USD and $1099.99 CAD. It will be sold directly through Sony and at a variety of Sony’s authorized dealers throughout North America.

A product video on the new 16mm F1.8 G can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/04fkjfK1tbQ

For detailed product information about the 16mm F1.8 G please visit: https://electronics.sony.com/imaging/lenses/full-frame-e-mount/p/sel16f18g

Exclusive stories and exciting new content shot with the new 16mm F1.8 G and Sony’s other imaging products can be found at www.alphauniverse.com, a site created to inform, educate, and inspire content creators.

The lens is already available for reorder at Amazon UK. Price is £849.00 incl. VAT and shipping start is April 4. UPDATE: The page has been removed!

Description:

• GET THE WHOLE SCENE IN With an expansive 16mm ultra-wide field of view, this lens captures stunning landscapes, architecture, and immersive video content creation. The bright f/1.8 aperture ensures outstanding performance in low light.
• G PREMIUM OPTICAL QUALITY The advanced G Lens optical design ensures edge-to-edge sharpness, even at f/1.8. Aspherical and ED elements reduce aberrations, delivering high-resolution images with natural colors.
• LIGHTWEIGHT, COMPACT & DURABLE Designed for portability, this lens is one of the lightest ultra-wide primes. The weather-sealed construction and fluorine-coated front element offer long-term durability.
• IDEAL FOR VIDEO CONTENT CREATION Designed for video content creators, this lens offers fast and accurate autofocus, stunning background bokeh, and advanced stabilisation for smooth and cinematic footage. Capture every moment with precision and style.
• SONY GENUINE EXPERIENCE Declickable aperture ring for precise control, 120p slow-motion compatibility, and seamless integration with Sony’s latest camera technology for cinematic video creation.

Features of the Sony FE 16mm F1.8 G ( SEL16F18G ) Lens.

• Ultra-wide 16mm focal length — Ideal for landscapes, travel, and video.
• Bright f/1.8 aperture — Excellent low-light performance and depth of field control.
• Edge-to-edge sharpness — Delivers high-resolution images with minimal distortion.
• Weather-sealed design — Ensures durability in various shooting conditions.
• Advanced video stabilization — Smooth footage for cinematic video.
• Declickable aperture ring — Allows seamless transitions for video shooting.
• 120p slow-motion compatibility — Supports high-frame-rate recording.
• Lightweight and compact — Easy to carry for on-the-go shooting.

Product description
The Sony FE 16mm F1.8 G is an ultra-wide-angle prime lens perfect for landscapes, travel, and video content creation. With a bright f/1.8 aperture, edge-to-edge sharpness, weather-sealed durability, and advanced video stabilization, this lens is ideal for both professional photography and cinematic video. The declickable aperture, 120p slow-motion compatibility, and lightweight design make it a versatile choice for creatives on the go.

This lens should be listed soon on their official Amazon storefront.

Preorders:
Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 at BHphoto. Adorama. FotoErhardt. Fotokoch. Calumet. WexUK.
Zeiss 85mm f/1.4 at BHphoto. Adorama. FotoErhardt. Fotokoch. Calumet. WexUK.

Zeiss officially unveiled the first two new Full Frame OTUS lenses for mirrorless system cameras.

Zeiss says those lenses will have: 

• exceptional optical performance and precision and exception build quality with all-metal construction
• apochromatic design to ensure excellent color fidelity and minimize chromatic aberrations
• T* anti-reflective coating to reduce reflections and flare
• manual focus only (smooth metal focus ring with a precision helicoid drive)
• de-clicked aperture for video
• 14 lens elements into 11 groups
• 0.5m close focus

Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 lens specs:

• 67mm filter size
• 100mm long
• 77mm wide
• 677g
• $2,500
• shipping start in spring

Zeiss 85mm f/1.4 lens specs:

• $2999
• shipping start “later in 2025”
• specs will be unveiled later

Image sample shot with the new 50mm lens:

Cosina just published this video with the info about a new Voigtlander 75mm f/1.8 FE lens with built-in BOKEH control ring.

If you rotate it you can create different kind of Bokeh effects:

Curiosity: At the beginning of the video Cosina introduced the new Zeiss lenses with whom they have a partnership. I suspect the OTUS lenses are produced by Cosina ;)

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Thanks Greg Painter for spotting this!

I think you should take a close look at the new Sigma BF camera (here at BHphoto). The main reason is that it has a radically minimalist design, which I personally really like! Here is some important information:

• carved from a single block of aluminum
• minimalist controls
• 230 GB of internal memory
• No EVF, no SD slot, no HDmi, no IBIS and NO to a lot of things you usually have on a camera!
• Sigma BF Stands for ‘Beautiful Foolishness’

From a technical perspective, this really is a ‘boring’ camera, but the novelty here is the radical new design and user interface. I would love to see Sony produce a ZV or RX FF camera with such high build quality and a simplified, solid button layout. I’m seriously considering buying the WHITE model :)

Here you can see images of the Aluminum block used to carve out the new BF camera:

The I lens series has been redesigned to match the new BF camera style:

Hands-on images with the new BF:

And here a size comparison with the older FP model:

Preorders:
300-600mm lens at BHphoto. Amazon. Adorama. FotoErhardt. Fotokoch. WexUK.
16-300mm at BHphoto. Amazon. Adorama. FotoErhardt. Fotokoch. WexUK.
Full press release on Explora

Preorders:
300-600mm lens at BHphoto. Amazon. Adorama. FotoErhardt. Fotokoch. WexUK.
16-300mm at BHphoto. Amazon. Adorama. FotoErhardt. Fotokoch. WexUK.
Full press release on Explora

via Gordon Laing and via PetaPixel