Used Sony 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS E-mount NEX Series Retractable (Pancake) Zoom Black Lens

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2025-03-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great compact lens

I just love how compact and easy to carry it is, the picture quality is superb as well

Teneui

2024-12-14T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

A nifty little lens APS-C

Not the sharpest lens I have but very effective and flexible for video and the odd stills.

Ricardo21

2024-11-25T09:48:14

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome lens

Great lens. Had a few marks on the glass but works perfectly. I'm happy with it

Trevion L.

2024-09-18T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Broke within the first week

Broke within the first week. I went to Alaska right after purchasing it and the power zoom stopped working on the 4th day I was in Alaska. This made the camera unable to recognize the lense thus making the lense inoperable and useless. Thankfully I bought the other 55-200 lense and was able to use that, but that drastically limited the type of shots I was able to take. I purchased an extra warranty and customer service refuses to respond to my emails. It took. Beautiful images before it broke though.

Chris1995

2024-08-08T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Goes Everywhere!

Took this puppy on an AC7 all over Tahiti and other Leeward Islands of the Society Islands. Great to street photography ... no one notices where you point your camera. And for the wide open scenes, such as surfing, shooting a pano and stitching it up yields amazing resulting. Not the fastest or sharpest, but makes up for it and more in convenience.

My L.

2024-08-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

great features

I purchased the Sony ZV-E10 a few months ago, and so far, I feel it's quite good, whether for taking photos or shooting videos, but the battery capacity is indeed too small.

alan e.

2024-06-21T16:42:05

Rated 4 out of 5

Not a bad little lens

This lens took some pretty decent photos. It's not the best, but it does a good job in cases where I use it on a cheaper camera body, and I take it out on a friends boat (and if it falls in the water) or if it get stolen while traveling. (It's compactness is great), then it's not the end of the world as opposed to losing a GM set up.

Charles P.

2024-06-19T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good lens

The lens is nice. It has a zoom feature on it that works great with taking video. The lens performance in low light is not good.

MrMark99

2024-06-18T20:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Useless item comes with camera and produce low qua

It had very bad quality photos compare to mobile photos

Bijoy

2024-05-01T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Sony 16-50 OSS

Just not even worth a review, they wanted more info just can't think of anything good

Stafford

2024-03-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Can't fault this lens

I bought the 16-50 lens as a kit with the a6400 camera. I have set the camera to use digital zoom on top of the lens zoom and it's pretty pleasing the results. I have more to learn but I can't find and faults.

Hondaracer

2023-12-29T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

More than enough

More than enough for a beginner whether your taking photos or making videos you'll get everything you need out of this lens

Smoking C.

2023-11-12T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great small kit lens

Brought this with a lice6700 camera they worked really well together

Swoop3010

2023-10-21T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Sony - E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS

Not much to say apart from do not pruchase this lens

No o.

2023-07-13T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

User friendly lense

Bought this with my Sony a6400. It does a job but the quality is ok. Considering it's the kit lense I think it could offer better value/quality. It's small and compact works well in that way but a little better image quality would be a mice touch to the package.

SteveMezza

2023-06-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fast autofocus

For a kit lens I was impressed with the sharpness of images and how smoothly the a.f works

Oldfisherman

2023-05-19T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great lens

A very small lens with great pictures and ease of use.

fms63

2023-04-01T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great little lens

The E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS kit lens that came with the camera does not get the best review but as seen in the architectural photos it does a very good job with a little care when taking the photo. Overall I'm really happy with this little lens and will be sticking with it for hopefully many years to come.

Hobby P.

2023-02-01T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Noise in videos

Its a good lens for both pictures and videos but when it comes to video recording you can hear the noise when zooming in/out (atleast for me on the sony a6400 without external microphone because currently i dont have an external microphone)

TBB8

2022-08-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sony E PZ 16-50 lens

Used this lens for about a month works well and picture quality is good

Photo 2.

2022-07-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

excellent

Very good quality necessary for Sony a6000 cameras

aliki2

2022-06-03T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

An under rated lens that punches above it's weight

I bought this lens with the A6000 camera body at a very competitive price, along side the obviously more expensive Sony SELP18105G f4 fixed aperture lens. I like the super-compact proportions of the lens which allow the camera+lens to be stashed in a very small camera bag [at an exceptionally low carry weight] and cover all-the-bases for everyday use. It's a great add-on to the A6000 camera body without the bulk of the 18-105mm lens. There's some chatter from the zoom/focus motor. However, if you can get past that [and combine it with Sony's affordable Lens Correction App] it's an all round winner....!

JohnnoLM756

2022-04-27T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

A wonderfully slim lens

This lens came with my A6400 but I would have bought it anyway. A lovely unobtrusive companion to the slim bodied camera which gives me the ability to use such a powerful combination in a way I've only been able to do with a compact. I love the image stabilisation as it allows me to use narrow apertures without compromising sharpness and detail. The power zoom is quick and smooth in use. Ideal for informal gatherings and travel photography.

Zhushi

2022-04-27T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

A wonderfully slim lens

This lens came with my A6400 but I would have bought it anyway. A lovely unobtrusive companion to the slim bodied camera which gives me the ability to use such a powerful combination in a way I've only been able to do with a compact. I love the image stabilisation as it allows me to use narrow apertures without compromising sharpness and detail. The power zoom is quick and smooth in use. Ideal for informal gatherings and travel photography.

Ricky70

2022-04-27T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

A wonderfully slim lens

This lens came with my A6400 but I would have bought it anyway. A lovely unobtrusive companion to the slim bodied camera which gives me the ability to use such a powerful combination in a way I've only been able to do with a compact. I love the image stabilisation as it allows me to use narrow apertures without compromising sharpness and detail. The power zoom is quick and smooth in use. Ideal for informal gatherings and travel photography.

Sorcim

2021-10-14T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Good compact lens but bad vignetting

This lens is, in concept, an excellent lens for the Sony 600 series cameras for around town and for indoor photography. It distorts very littel but very bad vignetting is a recurrent problem. The vignetting seems to be independent of the aperture used and although Lightroom wil correct it the inevitable cropping of the frame is irritating. 5 stars for its compactness, lightness and range of focal length but 2 stars off for the vignetting

RonLG

2021-10-14T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Good compact lens but bad vignetting

This lens is, in concept, an excellent lens for the Sony 600 series cameras for around town and for indoor photography. It distorts very littel but very bad vignetting is a recurrent problem. The vignetting seems to be independent of the aperture used and although Lightroom wil correct it the inevitable cropping of the frame is irritating. 5 stars for its compactness, lightness and range of focal length but 2 stars off for the vignetting

Inspiredron

2021-06-13T20:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Very Disappointing

I obtained this lens as part of an ILCE-6000L kit. The day after I purchased the kit I took the A6000 with this lens on a trip and over a period of 2 hours or so I shot 74 pictures at various focal lengths and apertures. The definition in all cases was very soft with the centre of the frame disappointing and the edges totally unacceptable. I have now disposed of this lens (after just 5 days) in part exchange for a vastly superior Sony Lens with which I am very happy.

KennyM

2021-06-13T20:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Very Disappointing

I obtained this lens as part of an ILCE-6000L kit. The day after I purchased the kit I took the A6000 with this lens on a trip and over a period of 2 hours or so I shot 74 pictures at various focal lengths and apertures. The definition in all cases was very soft with the centre of the frame disappointing and the edges totally unacceptable. I have now disposed of this lens (after just 5 days) in part exchange for a vastly superior Sony Lens with which I am very happy.

Kenny 6.

2021-05-14T12:58:37

Rated 4 out of 5

Great starter lens

I honestly think this is a great starter lens. For someone who is starting back in to non-phone photography, I didn?t want anything too overwhelming to start with. It?s small, light, easy to attach and pretty much is good to go straight out the box. I took this on its first outing recently and was really pleasantly surprised with the results. Yes the image quality could be a touch sharper, but honestly unless your zooming in after to look at tiny details, it?ll be more than enough for the average eye. For the price, I think it?s a great addition to your camera setup. For reference I used it on a Sony a6100.

LAURA C.

Sony 16-50/3.5-5.6 Specifications

General

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  • Brand

    Sony

  • Lens Series

    None

  • Color

    Black

  • Lens Type

    Wide Angle To Standard Zoom

  • Lens Mount

    Sony E (APS-C)

  • Format Compatibility

    APS-C

  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Closest Focus Distance

    9.84" / 25 cm

  • Focal Length

    16-50mm

  • Angle Of View

    83 - 32

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    24-75mm

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/3.5-5.6

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/22 - 36

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.215x

  • Filter Size

    40.5mm

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    9 Elements / 8 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    7, Rounded

  • Dimensions Diameter x Length

    2.55 x 1.18" (64.7 x 29.9 mm)

  • Weight

    4.09 oz / 116 g

Features

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  • Image Stabilization

    OSS

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About Sony 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS E-mount NEX Series Retractable (Pancake) Zoom Black Lens

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Good lens

By Sodoffbaldy

I bought this recently to replace an earlier on that I had sold. I thoughly enjoyed using it before.

Goes Everywhere!

By My L.

Took this puppy on an AC7 all over Tahiti and other Leeward Islands of the Society Islands. Great to street photography ... no one notices where you point your camera. And for the wide open scenes, such as surfing, shooting a pano and stitching it up yields amazing resulting. Not the fastest or sharpest, but makes up for it and more in convenience.

What sets the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens apart is its exceptional blend of high-quality optics, advanced technology, and compact design, making it an indispensable tool for Sony E-mount mirrorless camera users. This innovative lens is engineered to deliver stunningly sharp images with its sophisticated optical design, featuring one ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass element and four aspherical elements that work in unison to minimize chromatic aberrations and ensure superior image clarity and contrast throughout the entire zoom range.

The lens's versatile 16-50mm focal length offers a broad field of view, equivalent to 24-75mm in 35mm terms, making it ideal for a wide array of photographic endeavors - from capturing sweeping landscapes and architectural marvels to detailed portraits and street scenes. Its retractable design, measuring a mere 1.17 inches when fully collapsed, ensures that it remains unobtrusive and portable, without sacrificing the expansive shooting capabilities essential for both amateur and professional photographers.

Experience the convenience of the lens's power zoom feature, which provides a smooth, electronically-driven zoom mechanism that activates instantly with your camera's power. The dual-function control ring allows for precise manual focus and zoom adjustments, ensuring that you can swiftly adapt to changing scenes and subjects with ease.

The inclusion of Optical SteadyShot image stabilization is a game-changer, offering up to a 4-stop advantage, which is crucial for capturing sharp, blur-free images in low light or when shooting handheld video. This reliable feature enhances the lens's performance, making it a durable choice for photographers who demand both stability and quality in their work.

In summary, the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens is not just a piece of equipment; it's a gateway to capturing life's moments with precision and artistry. Its advanced features and reliable performance make it a top choice for those seeking a lightweight, high-quality lens that is both versatile and user-friendly. Elevate your visual storytelling with this essential Sony E-mount lens, designed to bring your creative vision to life with every click of the shutter.

Sony 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS E-mount NEX Series Retractable (Pancake) Zoom Black Lens Features

  • Ultra-compact design when fully retracted at just 1.17"
  • Wide zoom range: 16mm to 50mm (24-75mm in 35mm equivalent)
  • Enhanced with ED (extra-low dispersion) glass
  • Incorporates four high-precision aspherical elements
  • Effortless portability enhances the E-mount camera experience
  • Groundbreaking POWER ZOOM with electrically driven mechanism
  • Dual-function control ring for seamless zooming and manual focus
  • Advanced Optical SteadyShot stabilization for sharp imagery

Warranty Information

This used item has a FREE 180-day warranty. See details.