Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm
Nikon
91 Overall Score
vs
Canon EF 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
Canon
62 Overall Score
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm | Canon EF 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 15 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 45 mm |
| Elements | 9 | — |
| Groups | 7 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1★ | — |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | — |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon EF-M |
| Format | APS-C★ | — |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.25 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | — |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x★ | — |
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
Canon EF 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong stabilization (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong versatility (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong aperture (78th percentile)
- Below average macro (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average optical (21st percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm0.489score per dollar
vs
Canon EF 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM0.415score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 22 specs.
