Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Sony
89 Overall Score
vs
7Artisans AF For Sony E Mount 40mm
7Artisans
37 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | 7Artisans AF For Sony E Mount 40mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 40 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 40 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 7 |
| Groups | 8 | 6 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1★ | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/2.5 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.11 kg | 0.10 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 41 mm | 46 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm★ | 400 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.215x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
7Artisans AF For Sony E Mount 40mm
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average optical (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS0.659score per dollar
vs
7Artisans AF For Sony E Mount 40mm0.254score per dollar
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS offers 2.6x better value for money
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
7Artisans AF For Sony E Mount 40mm
Verdict
Winner: Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
