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Sony SEL16F28 review
Stylishly designed to match ? NEX cameras, the SEL16F28 is an
exceptionally portable and versatile lens that’s perfect for both
photos and video. This bright lens (16mm focal length, f/2.8 maximum
aperture) offers a big, 24mm (35mm equivalent) wide angle and 83° field of
view for outstanding low-light performance, and smooth, quiet AF (Auto
Focus) operation.
Smooth Manual Focusing An easy-grip focus ring on the lens barrel gives you
a solid "hands-on" feel in manual focusing. Additionally, Direct
Manual Focus (DMF) allows you to focus manually after AF lock-on without
the need for any switching. This can be extremely useful in situations
where AF can’t lock onto the subject accurately, or when AF locks onto a
point that does not match your intention. Electronic manual focus
technology was originally developed for professional Sony camcorders to
ensure smooth, precise focus control.
Light weight, heavy duty. Ultra compact and elegant, the SAL16F28
compliments your camera with a refined feel. The lens barrel is contracted
from high-quality aluminum alloy which provides maximum durability in
combination with the metal lens mount. Weighing in at only 2.5 oz (70g) it
measures 62mm in diameter and 22.5mm thick.
Circular Aperture The SAL16F28 features seven aperture blades that form a
near circle. This result in a pleasing defocused circular effect on the
background of your image when the aperture is set wide open. The same type
of internal stepping motor used for the focus drive is used for aperture
actuation as well, that result in a smooth, low-noise aperture operation
ideally suited to movie shooting.
Made for movies The SAL16F28 performs equally as well when shooting video.
Thanks to an internal stepping motor and rear-focusing design It has
optimized video performance for smooth, quiet operation essential for
high-quality movie capture.
Accessories for creative shooting The VCL-ECU1 Ultra-wide converter and
VCL-ECF1 Fisheye conversion lenses can simply be attached to the front of
the SAL16F28 to provide ultra wide or fisheye fields of view. Both
conversion lenses were developed concurrently with and specifically for the
SAL16F28 and integrate elegantly as well. The Ultra-wide and Fisheye
conversion lenses offer single-focal-length image quality with superior
portability.
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