Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm
Nikon
91 Overall Score
vs
Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm
Sony
83 Overall Score
Scores
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Landscape
Video Cinema
Wildlife Sports
Macro
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm | Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 16 |
| Groups | 7 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | fluorine coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.49 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 250 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 0.39x★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong bokeh (79th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm0.204score per dollar
vs
Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm0.060score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm offers 3.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm
Scores 91 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
