Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Sony
89 Overall Score
vs
Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS45150AK 45-150mm
Panasonic
69 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS45150AK 45-150mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 45 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 150 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 12 |
| Groups | 8 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | — | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.11 kg★ | 0.20 kg |
| Filter Thread | 41 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Stepping AF Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm★ | 900 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.215x | 1:5.9★ |
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
Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS45150AK 45-150mm
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average bokeh (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
Pricing
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS0.255score per dollar
vs
Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS45150AK 45-150mm0.468score per dollar
Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS45150AK 45-150mm offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
