A great APS-C lens for stills and video
This 16-50 mm (35 mm Full Frame equivalent: 24-75 mm) high performance zoom is perfect for everyday photos and videos. It weighs just 107 grams and measures 31.3 mm when stopped down. Extremely durable, the refined AF provides reliable focus even when zoomed in, and the built-in image stabilisation means minimal blur. It supports angle of view compensation with compatible frames.
Excellent optical performance
Innovative optical design with four aspherical lens elements and ED (extra-low dispersion) lens elements for high resolution in the 16-50 mm zoom range (35 mm Full Frame equivalent: 24-75 mm). Colour blur is minimised, the image is extremely clear, and a smooth bokeh is achieved when needed. The 0.25 m (wide angle) / 0.30 m (telephoto) min. focus and 0.215x magnification allow you to better focus on the details of your subject.
AF that makes the best of the latest frames
Featuring an advanced linear motor and high-speed control, the E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS II makes it easier to capture photogenic moments of active children or animals. Superior tracking performance is supported by the α9 III's high-speed 120 fps continuous shooting function, as well as 4K 120p/FHD 240p high frame rate video recording. Focus is smooth, accurate and quiet.
Advanced video features
Smooth, quiet high-performance zoom is ideal for video shooting, and AF is available while zooming. Built-in optical stabilisation minimises blur with in-body stabilisation such as Active mode. Controlled focus shift minimises shifts in angle of view for smooth, stable shooting. The lens supports frame angle of view compensation, and metadata allows compensation during cropping.
Compact and lightweight for superior portability
The E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS II retracts to just 31.3 mm (1-1/4 inches) when the camera is switched off. With its tiny size and low weight of just 107 grams, it's a durable lens that can withstand the rigours of everyday photography.
Flexible control in a compact lens
The zoom and focus ring allows fast, accurate zooming and focusing when needed. The zoom lever ensures smooth, constant speed operation of the powerful zoom. The E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS II is compatible with 40.5 mm screw-on filters.
Lens construction
Provides impressive optical performance for Sony machines and is precisely designed to provide a versatile and reliable solution for many types of use.
Specs
- Maximum Aperture: f/3.5 to 5.6
- Minimum Aperture: f/22 to 36
- Lens Mount: Sony E
- Lens Format Coverage: APS-C
- Angle of View: 83° to 32°
- Minimum Focus Distance: 0.25 m
- Maximum Magnification: 0.22x
- Optical Design: 9 Elements in 8 Groups
- Diaphragm Blades: 7
- Focus Type: Autofocus
- Image Stabilization: Yes
- Filter Size: 40.5 mm
