Sony 16-25mm f2.8 - Let's See What It Can Do!

Sony just dropped a new full frame compact lens. This time it is an ultra wide zoom. Let's take it for a spin and see what it can do!
Check the link here to buy or learn more about the new 16-25mm f2.8 G: geni.us/Bwp9FE2
Thanks to Beck for modelling: / beckocallaghan
I shot this vlog mostly on the DJI Pocket 3: geni.us/42uuBJ
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[@nicocastillo2099]

One of the few reviewers who actually uses the lens and showcase BTS rather than talking about boring technical specs (which everyone can read on websites). Where’s the triple like button when you need it!

[@LeeZavitz]

Haha appreciate it :)

[@sadowskaphoto]

Yesss such a great video!!!

[@LeeZavitz]

Woot woot

[@matt88169]

Awesome video Lee thanks for making it! Never get tired of your stuff you are an awesome photographer.

[@LeeZavitz]

Appreciate it. Thanks for watching

[@stevenwaldstein2249]

Thanks for the video. Your using it for non landscape wide shots is very fun to watch. Now I will have to decide if I’m ready to give up my 16-35/2.8 GM II bought for my A7RV and get this new lens for the A7CR I’ve started to use. Take care.

[@denznicolas]

I love the video well done, just question what did you use to record the live screen on your camera.

[@VictorAmaru]

you are amazing photographer

[@LeeZavitz]

✌🏼

[@sneakergearz]

Loved you mentioned you had the 16-35G PZ but really only spoke on the aperture difference. Any reason you would choose one over the other?

[@LeeZavitz]

I will still choose the PZ. I like that it has more reach and it’s all internal zoom. The f4 doesn’t bother me. That’s the main reasons. But I know some people look at f4 and go “ew” lol

[@orjan37]

Great review as always! Love the real life examples. Is Classic ports ii availeble for purchase?

[@LeeZavitz]

They are in testing phase

[@orjan37]

@@LeeZavitzGreat! Looking forward to it as I enjoy the v1

[@threebros2773]

Lovely ❤❤ love from india

[@ldmndz4652]

Thank you Lee for the awesome insight!....never had a lens in this range and or "category"..16-28-35 base lenses..etc so for me personally I like that it stops at 25mm...this is really interesting and definitely worth a look for sure! both for stills and video with the updated Breathing Compensation etc looks like it will be my first lens in this category..lol.

[@LeeZavitz]

It’s a great choice. Especially once you see how small it is. I know that might not be a big deal but usually 16mm ultra wide zooms at f2.8 are way bigger. Sigma was the first time I saw a smaller ultra wide and now Sony has matched it in terms of size. But of course with all the features and IQ of being a native Sony lens

[@hypebylos]

what filter is on the lens ?

[@BreadBread-tb8sh]

That's a great lens, thinking between this and 16-35mm f2.8 or f4. Also how can you preview your camera screen without any external attached cable? Sony camera cannot shoot still while video recording. May I please ask how can you do the camera preview on the side screen while shooting the photos? Thanks

[@LeeZavitz]

Just screen capture the sony app in my phone. So many ppl ask me how I do it I should probably make a video on it. It just feels like a very niche thing anyone would need

[@BreadBread-tb8sh]

@LeeZavitz you should, really appreciate your fast response.

[@martinsegovia3016]

Hi Lee, would you recommend the Sony a7iv or the Sony a7cii???

[@LeeZavitz]

Either camera is good. A7iv is more professional. Better build, better evf, dual card slots. But the a7cii has newer autofocus tech

[@martinsegovia3016]

@@LeeZavitz does the a7iv autofocus is enough for portraits and fashion runways???

[@Gabriel-it5jy]

Torn between the 16-32 or 24mm 1.4 prime 😵‍💫

[@kdtheporchpodcast5785]

I’m gonna need a longer review of this 16-25mm to the 16-35mm GM2 . I have a student discount from B&H that allows me to get the GM2 for $1950 , but still waiting for the edu price for the 16-25mm , I’m thinking it will be about $1050 . Trying to see what’s the justified price for a hobbiest that does paid gigs about 1 or 2 times every couple months . I have a Sony A7IV. Been looking for a good wide angle zoom lens .

[@chrissan6015]

what lens are you using at 1:40

[@LeeZavitz]

To vlog with? I used the DJI pocket 3 for the entire video except the intro and outro I used a7CR with the 16-25mm

[@kdtheporchpodcast5785]

I want to see a review of a sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 vs the new 16-25mm f2.8 .

[@LeeZavitz]

That could be interesting

[@eightfoldstories-weddingfi8022]

🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@longrider9551]

👍👍

[@brunomamede2352]

Great video, but I go with Tamron. I paid $400 for my 17-28mm like new lens, thank you.

[@johnwick62]

I miss Meg elizabeth😊

[@LeeZavitz]

Yeah! I haven’t shot with her in a long time

[@RE3DT]

Kinda boring lens really

[@LeeZavitz]

Most lenses are