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16-45 vs 16-85 (in the 16-45 range)

Started Feb 7, 2017 | Discussions thread
GossCTP Veteran Member • Posts: 6,207
Re: 16-45 vs 16-85 (in the 16-45 range)

I have both of them. The 16-85 has a better build quality and a quieter af. I haven't warmed up to it though, as it seems to never focus right. IQ wise, I can't tell much difference between the two. I miss the close focus ability at wide angle the 16-45 had. Also, the 16-45 was often criticised for blocking the pop up flash at 16mm, yet the 16-85 has flash vignetting at all focal lengths. Also, I'm not a fan of the focus ring on the 16-85.

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