Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM vs Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM and Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM |
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2 |
| Name | Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM | Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2 |
| Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
| SKU | SAL35F18 | SEL1635GM2 |
Release Date and Price |
Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM |
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2 |
| Release Year | 2010 | 2023 |
| Release Date | 2010-07-27 | 2023-08-29 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM |
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2 |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal | Wide Angle Lens |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM |
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2 |
| Mount | Sony A | Sony E |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM |
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2 |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Ultrasonic | Linear Motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | N/A | 22 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,2 | 0,32 |
Aperture |
Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM |
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2 |
| Maximum Aperture | F1,8 | F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 11 |
Optics |
Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM |
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2 |
| Construction | 6 elements / 5 groups | 15 elements / 12 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | 3 extreme aspherical, 1 aspherical, 1 ED aspherical, 2 ED, 1 super ED elements, Nano AR & fluorine coatings |
Focal Length |
Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM |
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2 |
| Focal Length | 35 mm | 16-35 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
19 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM |
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2 |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Length | 52 mm | 112 mm |
| Weight | 170 gr | 547 gr |
Other |
Sony DT 35mm F1.8 SAM |
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM2 |
| Filter Type | Not possible to have Filter | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 55 mm | 82 mm |
| Lens Hood | No information | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | N/A | ALC-SH177 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
