Full Specifications and Features
Lens Specifications
- Mount
- Sony A-mount
- Format
- APS-C
- Focal Length (mm)
- 16-50mm
- 35 mm equivalent focal length (APS-C)
- 24-75mm
- Lens Groups / Elements
- 13/16
- Angle of View (APS-C)
- 83°-32°
- Maximum aperture (F)
- 2.8
- Minimum Aperture (F)
- 22
- Aperture Blades
- 7
- Circular Aperture
- Yes
- Minimum Focus Distance
- 1.0 ft (0.3 m)
- Maximum Magnification ratio (x)
- 0.2x
- Filter Diameter (mm)
- 72mm
- Image stabilization (SteadyShot)
- - (Body-integrated)
Size & Weight
- Dimensions (D x L)
- 3-1/4 x 3-1/2" (81 x 88 mm)
- Weight
- 20-3/8 oz (577 g)
Footnotes
- *
- "35 mm equivalent focal length (APS-C)" and "Angle of View (APS-C)" are with interchangeable lens digital camera incorporating APS-C type image sensors.
What's In The Box
- Lens hood (ALC-SH117: petal shape, bayonet type)
- Lens front cap
- Lens rear cap

Features
High quality standard lens with approximately 3x zoom range
Ideal for a wide range of everyday applications, including portraits, travel, landscapes, and general-purpose shooting
Bright F2.8 maximum aperture allows creation of smooth background defocus effects (bokeh)
High-performance optics with versatile zoom range and 16 mm maximum wide angle in a light, easy-to-carry lens body
Internal SSM (Super Sonic Wave Motor) drive achieves exceptionally fast, quiet autofocus—ideal for stills and HD movie shooting
Aspherical lens elements and ED glass elements suppress aspheric and chromatic aberration for superb resolution and contrast
Rugged weather-resistant design with interlocking seals to protect against dust and moisture