Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm
Nikon
91 Overall Score
vs
Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM
Canon
61 Overall Score
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm | Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 10 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 22 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 13 |
| Groups | 7 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 3 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Super Spectra coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | 22-27★ |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | 3.5-4.5 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | 6 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon EF-S |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.39 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor | USM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 240 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x★ | 0.17x |
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-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM
- Strong af (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong optical (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong versatility (75th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm0.489score per dollar
vs
Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM0.234score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm offers 2.1x 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 7 of 22 specs.
