Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G vs Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8
Both are Sony E mount zooms for wide-angle and landscape — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G | Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 16-35mm | 16-28mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8 opens wider (f/2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G covers 16-35mm and the Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8 covers 16-28mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8 is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Check the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G price on Amazon →
Check the Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8 price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G and the Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8?
The Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G is 16-35mm f/4 zoom, full-frame; the Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8 is 16-28mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G or the Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8?
The Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8 — its f/2.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4 of the other.
Do the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G and Viltrox AF 16-28mm f/2.8 fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C).
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