Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm
Nikon
91 Overall Score
vs
Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM
Canon
90 Overall Score
Scores
Street
Budget
Travel
Portrait
Macro
Landscape
Video Cinema
Wildlife Sports
Professional
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm | Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 10 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 18 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 14 |
| Groups | 7 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Super Spectra coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/4.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | 4.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon EF-S |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.24 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 220 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 1:6.67★ |
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 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm0.489score per dollar
vs
Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM0.377score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm wins 4 specs while Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM wins 2.
