Sony FE 16-35 f/2.8 GM II

Professional wide-angle zoom with constant f/2.8 aperture

Announced in August 2023, the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II is a premium G Master wide-angle zoom designed for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras. Its 16–35 mm range covers ultra-wide to moderate wide-angle perspectives, making it a strong choice for architecture, interiors, landscapes, astrophotography, reportage and video production. The constant f/2.8 maximum aperture remains available throughout the zoom range, helping maintain consistent exposure while zooming and providing useful low-light performance for handheld, gimbal and location work.

Fast, quiet autofocus with four XD Linear Motors

Autofocus is driven by four XD Linear Motors for fast, precise and quiet focus acquisition. Sony designed the system to support reliable subject tracking in both stills and video, while keeping vibration and operational noise low. The lens does not include optical SteadyShot, so stabilization depends on the camera body or external support. On compatible Sony bodies with in-body stabilization, the combination remains practical for handheld shooting, while the compact design is especially useful on gimbals and lightweight cinema rigs.

15-element G Master optical design

The optical construction uses 15 elements in 12 groups and combines advanced XA, aspherical, ED and Super ED glass to maintain high resolution and contrast from the centre to the edges of the frame. Sony’s Nano AR Coating II helps suppress flare and ghosting in difficult lighting. The 11-blade circular aperture contributes to smooth background blur, while the minimum focusing distance is only 0.22 m throughout the zoom range. Maximum magnification reaches 0.32x, allowing unusually strong close-up performance for a wide-angle zoom.

Designed for stills and professional video

The lens features separate zoom, focus and aperture rings, plus an iris lock and focus hold controls for direct operation on set. The aperture ring can be de-clicked for smoother exposure changes during filming, and Sony has also reduced focus breathing, focus shift and angle-of-view variation during zooming. The front accepts standard 82 mm filters, making it easy to use common ND, diffusion or polarizing filters. At approximately 547 g, the Mark II is notably light for a full-frame 16–35 mm f/2.8 lens.

Complete rental kit

Our rental package includes the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II lens, a protective UV filter, front and rear lens caps and a lens pouch. The set is ready for use with Sony full-frame E-mount cameras and works well as a compact wide-angle package for photo or video production.

Rent Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II at CamCam Rental

At CamCam you can check current availability online and reserve the lens together with Sony E-mount cameras, gimbals, monitors, filters and other production accessories. If you are building a lightweight wide-angle setup for interiors, landscapes or moving-camera work, our team can help you choose and test a practical configuration. We also offer delivery and collection, optional on-set assistant support, after-hours returns, free parking and free equipment tests by arrangement. CamCam is open seven days a week, including weekends.