# Principal specifications

Lens type : Zoom lens

Max Format size : APS-C / DX

Focal length : 16–55 mm

Image stabilization : No

Lens mount : Sony E

# Aperture

Maximum aperture : F2.8

Minimum aperture : F22

Aperture ring : No

Number of diaphragm blades : 9

# Optics

Elements : 17

Groups : 12

Special elements / coatings : Two AA (advanced aspherical) elements, two aspherical elements, three ED (extra-low dipsersion) elements. Fluorine coated front element.

# Focus

Minimum focus : 0.33 m (12.99″)

Maximum magnification : 0.2×

Autofocus : Yes

Motor type : Linear Motor

Full time manual : Yes

Focus method : Extending front

Distance scale : No

DoF scale : No

# Physical

Weight : 494 g (1.09 lb)

Diameter : 73 mm (2.87″)

Length : 100 mm (3.94″)

Sealing : Yes

Zoom method : Rotary (extending)

Power zoom : No

Zoom lock : No

Filter thread : 67 mm

Hood supplied : Yes

Hood product code : ALC-SH161

Tripod collar : No