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16-28mm F2.8 DG DN

Sony E · Zoom · FULL FRAME

16-28mm F2.8 DG DN — 16–28mm f/2.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.

$999

Launch price

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Last updated May 2026

Key specs at a glance

Focal Length

16-28 mm

Max Aperture

f/2.8

Mount

Sony E

Coverage

Full Frame

Stabilization

No

Weight

450 g

Min Focus

38 cm

Filter Size

82 mm

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Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Fair
4.5/ 10
  • · f/2.8 aperture is solid for standard portraits
  • · 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates creamy out-of-focus highlights

Sports & Action

Good
6.5/ 10
  • · Constant fast f/2.8 aperture allows fast shutter speeds
  • · Equipped with high-speed silent AF motor for fast action tracking

Video & Hybrid

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · Internal focusing keeps lens length constant and stops rotation
  • · Constant aperture zoom avoids exposure shifts while zooming

Landscape

Excellent
8.0/ 10
  • · Ultra-wide angle (16mm) is perfect for sweeping landscapes
  • · Weather-sealed body protects against dust and rain in the field

Travel

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · Highly portable weight (450g) makes it travel-friendly
  • · Weather-sealed body is prepared for varied travel climates

Wildlife

Limited
3.0/ 10
  • · Weather-sealed design handles outdoor elements like rain or sand
  • · Fast tracking AF motor helps track moving birds/animals

Macro & Close-up

Limited
2.0/ 10
  • · Moderate close-up capabilities with 0.25x magnification

Pros

  • Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
  • Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
  • Native Sony E mount compatibility

Cons

  • Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN

Optical Design

Focal length (Min)16 mm
Focal length (Max)28 mm
Max aperture (Wide)f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)f/2.8
Elements16
Groups12
Special elementsAspherical

Focus System

Min focus distance38 cm
Max magnification0.25 ×
Autofocus motorLinear / Stepping Motor
Internal focusYes

Image Stabilization

Optical stabilizationNo
OIS effectiveness0 stops

Physical Specs

Weight450 g
Length113 mm
Diameter86 mm
Filter thread size82 mm
Weather sealingYes
Diaphragm blades9

Compatibility

Lens mountSony E
Format coverageFull Frame

Features

Control ringYes
Custom function buttonNo