Sony
Sony Alpha SEL1655G 16-55mm F2.8
A solid mid-range pick in the camera lenses line-up, with F2.8 up front.
63/100
F2.8Sony EStandard zoomXD linear motor
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Why we rate it
- Constant aperture (zoom)
- Aperture ring
- No in-lens stabilisation
- No weather sealed
Score profile
Scored against the camera lenses classWhere the Sony Alpha SEL1655G 16-55mm F2.8 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Mount and format
MountSony E
Optics
Focal length min16 mm
Focal length max55 mm
Lens typeStandard zoom
Max apertureF2.8
Constant aperture (zoom)Yes
Focusing
Autofocus motorXD linear motor
Controls
Aperture ringYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowSony Alpha SEL1655G 16-55mm F2.8 vs Sony Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black
Sony Alpha SEL1655G 16-55mm F2.8Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black
| SonySony Alpha SEL1655G 16-55mm F2.8This page | SonySony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63 /100 | 65 /100Better |
| Max aperture | F2.8 | F2 |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | — | Full Frame |
| Weight | — | 918 g |
Who it's for
Is the Sony Alpha SEL1655G 16-55mm F2.8 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable camera lense for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need in-lens stabilisation, in which case a higher-tier camera lense is the better call.
Enthusiast shooter
Shooting stills and video seriously, wants room to grow.
good
Hybrid creator
Splits time between photos and video for content.
good
Beginner
Starting out and learning the ropes.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Sony Alpha SEL1655G 16-55mm F2.8 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 63/100 against other camera lenses, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 60.
What stands out on the Sony Alpha SEL1655G 16-55mm F2.8?
Its constant aperture (zoom) stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black?
The Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black scores 65/100 versus this one at 63/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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Sony 16-55mm f/2.8 G Series E-Mount
The Sony 16-55mm f/2.8 G Series E-Mount covers the basics for less outlay.
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Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black
The Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black scores higher and adds headroom for demanding setups.
See review →
