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Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G

FOCAL 16-55mmAPERTURE f/2.8WEIGHT 494gFILTER 67mm
Everyday & travelVlogging & videoWeather sealed
New ≈£1,199
Used at MPB*£714
Find it used at MPB ↗All lenses

Overview

The Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G is a aps-c 16-55mm f/2.8 zoom lens for the Sony E / FE mount. It weighs about 494g and takes 67mm filters, and it's weather sealed.

It's a strong choice for everyday & travel, vlogging & video. A standard zoom covering wide to short telephoto (about 24–105mm equivalent).

In our database it fits 8 camera bodies natively, 17 more in crop mode. Approximate new price is £1,199; used at MPB it sells for £714 depending on condition and mount (checked 5 November 2026).

Specifications

BrandSony
MountsSony E / FE (First-party)
CoverageAPS-C
Focal length16-55mm
Equivalent on APS-C (×1.5)24-83mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8
FocusAutofocus
StabilisationNo
Weather sealingYes
Weight≈494 g
Filter thread67 mm
Approx. new price£1,199
Used at MPB (Sony E / FE)£714

Compatible camera bodies

8 native · 17 crop mode

Sony Alpha A67002023 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £1,089 Sony Alpha A64002019 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £464 Sony ZV-E102021 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £444 Sony ZV-E10 II2024 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £734 Sony FX302022 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £1,269 Sony Alpha A66002019 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · new ≈— Sony Alpha A61002019 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £439 Sony Alpha A65002016 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £369 Sony Alpha A1 II2024 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £4,519 Sony Alpha A9 III2023 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £2,999 Sony Alpha A7R V2022 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,859 Sony Alpha A7S III2020 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,789 Sony Alpha A7 IV2021 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,059 Sony Alpha A7C II2023 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,409 Sony Alpha A7 V2025 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £2,039 Sony Alpha A7 III2018 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £339 Sony Alpha A7R III2017 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £674 Sony Alpha A7R IV2019 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £999 Sony Alpha A7C2020 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £894 Sony Alpha A12021 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £2,439 Sony Alpha A9 II2019 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,189 Sony Alpha A92017 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £654 Sony Alpha A7C R2023 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,559 Sony ZV-E12023 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,339 Sony FX32021 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £2,479

Alternatives to compare

Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR10-24mm · f/4 · 385g · X≈£899 new · used from £434
Fujifilm XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR16-80mm · f/4 · 440g · X≈£799 new · used from £274
Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR33mm · f/1.4 · 360g · X≈£799 new · used from £434
Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD17-70mm · f/2.8 · 525g · E, X, RF, Z≈£699 new · used from £429

Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

MPB ↗UsedOnline used specialist with condition grading and a 12-month warranty. Prices on this site are MPB snapshots.Wex Photo Video ↗New & usedOne of the largest UK photo retailers: official UK stock, a big used department and trade-ins.Park Cameras ↗New & usedSpecialist with stores in West Sussex and London; official UK stock.London Camera Exchange ↗New & usedHigh-street chain across UK towns: inspect used gear in person.Clifton Cameras ↗NewAuthorised UK dealer for Canon, Sony, Nikon and more, with UK warranties.Cotswold Cameras ↗New · grey importCheaper parallel imports. No UK manufacturer warranty; store-backed guarantee instead.

See example photos

Real-world shots taken with the Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G lens. Results are searches on each site, so check the camera or lens listed in each photo's details.

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras is the Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G compatible with?

It's available for Sony E / FE. Native bodies here include Sony Alpha A6700, Sony Alpha A6400, Sony ZV-E10, Sony ZV-E10 II, Sony FX30, Sony Alpha A6600.

Is the Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G weather sealed?

Yes, it has dust and moisture resistance.

Does the Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G have image stabilisation?

No. Use a camera with in-body stabilisation (IBIS) for steady hand-held shots.

What is the Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G best for?

Everyday & travel, Vlogging & video. A standard zoom covering wide to short telephoto (about 24–105mm equivalent).

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