Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro vs Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro and Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro |
Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS |
| Name | Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro | Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS |
| Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
| SKU | SAL50M28 | SELP1650 |
Release Date and Price |
Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro |
Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS |
| Release Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Release Date | 2006-06-05 | 2012-09-12 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 298 USD |
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Lens Type |
Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro |
Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS |
| Lens Type |
Standard / Normal Macro |
Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro |
Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS |
| Mount | Sony A | Sony E |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | Yes |
Focus |
Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro |
Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Screw drive from camera | Micro Motor |
| Focus Method | Extends | Extends |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 20 cm | 25 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 1 | 0,21 |
| Macro 1:1 | Yes | No (No Macro lens) |
| Macro Scale | 1 | |
Aperture |
Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro |
Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F3,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 16 mm F5,6 at 50 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
Optics |
Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro |
Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS |
| Construction | 7 elements / 6 groups | 9 elements / 8 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | 4 aspherical elements |
Focal Length |
Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro |
Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS |
| Focal Length | 50 mm | 16-50 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
34 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
OSS (Optical SteadyShot) |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro |
Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Length | 60 mm | 30 mm |
| Weight | 295 gr | 116 gr |
Other |
Sony 50mm F2.8 Macro |
Sony E 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 PZ OSS |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 55 mm | 40 mm |
| Lens Hood | No information | Not Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |