Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM vs Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM and Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS.
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Product |
Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM |
Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS |
| Name | Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM | Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS |
| Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
| SKU | SAL1650 | SEL50F18/B |
Release Date and Price |
Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM |
Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS |
| Release Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Release Date | 2011-08-24 | 2011-08-24 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 298 USD |
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Lens Type |
Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM |
Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal | Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM |
Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS |
| Mount | Sony A | Sony E |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | Yes |
Focus |
Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM |
Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Ultrasonic | Stepper Motor |
| Focus Method | Extends | Internal |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 30 cm | 39 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,2 | 0,16 |
Aperture |
Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM |
Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 | F1,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
Optics |
Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM |
Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS |
| Construction | 16 elements / 13 groups | 8 elements / 7 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 3 ED glass elements, aspherical elements | No information |
Focal Length |
Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM |
Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS |
| Focal Length | 16-50 mm | 50 mm |
| Zoom Range | 34 mm | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| 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 DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM |
Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
| Diameter | 81 mm | 62 mm |
| Length | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Weight | 577 gr | 202 gr |
Other |
Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM |
Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 72 mm | 49 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | ALC-SH117 | ALC-SH116 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |