Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM vs Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM and Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T.
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Product |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Name | Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM | Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
| SKU | SAL30M28 | SAL1680Z |
Release Date and Price |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Release Year | 2009 | 2006 |
| Release Date | 2009-05-18 | 2006-06-05 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Lens Type |
Standard / Normal Macro |
Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Mount | Sony A | Sony A |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Micro-Type Ultrasonic | Screw drive from camera |
| Focus Method | Extends | Extends |
| Closest Focusing Distance | N/A | 35 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 1 | 0,24 |
| Macro 1:1 | Yes | No (No Macro lens) |
| Macro Scale | 1 | |
Aperture |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F3,5-4,5
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 16 mm F4,5 at 80 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
Optics |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Construction | 6 elements / 5 groups | 14 elements / 10 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Focal Length | 30 mm | 16-80 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
64 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 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Length | 45 mm | 83 mm |
| Weight | 150 gr | 445 gr |
Other |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Not possible to have Filter |
| Filter Diameter | 49 mm | 62 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | N/A | ALC-SH0005 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |