Comparison of Nikon 24-85mm ƒ/3.5-4.5G ED VR AF-S Nikkor and Sony SAL-1680Z Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* DT 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5

Attribute	Nikon 24-85mm ƒ/3.5-4.5G ED VR AF-S Nikkor ×	Sony SAL-1680Z Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* DT 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 ×
Notes	VR II Image Stabilization (up to 4 stops correction); Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)	Included Accessories: SH005 Lens Hood
Magnification Ratio (x)	0.22	0.24
Filter Size (mm)	72	62
Length (mm)	82	83
Closest Focus (m)	0.38	0.37
Diagonal Angle of View (degree)	28.50 - 84.50	20.00 - 83.00
Focus Details	Internal; Silent Wave motor; M/A switch	Internal; Auto Clutch
Focal Length (mm)	24.00 - 85.00	16.00 - 80.00
APS Equivalent	36 - 127mm	24 - 120mm
Brand	Nikon	Sony
Image Circle	35mm	APS-C
Name	Nikon 24-85mm ƒ/3.5-4.5G ED VR AF-S Nikkor	Sony SAL-1680Z Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* DT 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5
Weight (g)	465	440
Type	Standard Zoom	Standard Zoom
Aperture (f)	3.50 - 29.00	3.50 - 29.00
Diaphragm Blades	7	7
Diaphragm Blades Type	rounded	-
Lens Construction	16 Elements in 11 groups, including 1 ED and 3 Aspherical element	14 elements in 10 groups, including 2 aspherical elements
Zoom System	Rotary	Rotary
Diameter (mm)	78	72