Sony
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 88.4 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 67.6 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 92.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 78.0 |
Age adjustment: ×0.85 (older models get a slight downward adjustment so newer products with current technology are fairly represented).
📖 Overview
The Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS, with 735 SampleShots, is a compact and lightweight power zoom lens designed for Sony's APS-C E-mount cameras. It's a convenient option for travel and everyday shooting, especially for video. Image quality is acceptable, but not exceptional, and the power zoom can be slow for stills.
📸 Browse 1,197 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 16-50mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Min Aperture | f/22-36 |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Mount | Sony E |
| AF Motor | Micromotor (Power Zoom) |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 25.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.22x |
| Elements / Groups | 9 elements in 8 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Filter Diameter | 40mm |
| Weight | 116g |
| Dimensions | 64.7 x 29.9mm |
| Release Year | 2013 |
| MSRP | $349 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS, sourced from SampleShots.
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