Product Comparison: Sony E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS vs Sony FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS


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General Specifications
Brand
Sony
Sony
Model
E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS
FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
Great for travel, this lightweight, retractable mid-range zoom collapses down to just 29.9 mm. It also features a power zoom for smooth, silent, effortless zooming.
Combining impressive optical performance with lightweight, compact convenience, the SEL2870 makes an ideal everyday lens. The popular 28–70mm zoom range covers a variety of uses, from landscapes to portraits and snaphots. Built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation keeps images sharp and noise-free.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Sony E
Sony E
Maximum Aperture
3.5 /f
3.5 /f
Minimum Focal Length
16 millimeters
28 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
50 millimeters
70 millimeters
Lens Type
Zoom
Zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Sony E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Zoom Lens
  • Very compact and flexible range of focal lengths is its strength.
  • Zoom range and image quality is highly acceptable and I like it.
  • The images were absolutely superb!
  • Image sharpness is excellent all the down to f/16 before diffraction sets in.
  • Excellent focal length. Highly recommend.
Sony FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Zoom Lens
  • The wide angle is perfect for landscapes and close subject.
  • It is a fairly sharp lens and provides nice contrast.
  • Very good image quality, good focal length.
  • Pretty good results, a credible performance. Great aperture.
  • The variable aperture is not ideal for indoor shooting.
Size & Weight
Height
2.55 in.
2.85 in.
Width
2.55 in.
2.85 in.
Depth
1.17 in.
3.26 in.
Weight
4.1 oz.
10.5 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Sony E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Zoom Lens
  • Very compact and extremely light, I hardly notice it.
  • Very light and small compare to the 18-55mm lens.
  • It is a very convenient lens for an average user. Great size.
  • It is very small and lightweight lens, ideal for traveling.
  • Good build quality. Good weight. Good size.
Sony FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Zoom Lens
  • Great lens, lightweight and easy to use.
  • It's sharp, well built, and not too large. I like it.
  • Relatively small size and very lightweight.
  • Handy and very light weight, okay for day-to-day photography.
  • Very good lens and lightweight lens for backpacking/hiking/camping etc.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
12 in.
11.88 in.
Field Of View
83° - 32°
FX 75° - 34° / DX 54° - 23°
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Imaging"
Sony E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Zoom Lens
  • It has the easy zoom and autofocus option.
  • The ring around the barrel is pretty cool and allows both manual zoom and manual focus.
  • The combine zoom and focus ring works quickly.
  • Focus is pretty quick, no complaints.
  • Both manual and auto focus results provide excellent clarity and resolution of fine details.
Sony FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Zoom Lens
  • Sharp pictures, fast autofocus, and stabilization works great.
  • Quick and accurate autofocus.
  • Great colors. Fast focusing.
  • The AF is quick and the OSS takes the shake out of handheld videos.
  • The autofocus is quick. Great lens.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Sony
Sony
Sensor Type Compatibility
DX-format
FX Format / DX Format
Lens Groups and Elements
9 Elements in 8 Groups
9 Elements in 8 Groups
Number of Aperture Blades
7
7
Filter Diameter
40.5 millimeters
55 millimeters
Extras
Effortless zooming, ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass, Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, Circular aperture
Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, Circular aperture, ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass, Aspherical Lens
What customers say about "Features"
Sony E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Zoom Lens
  • Fit and finish are very nice.
  • It is small and has stabilizer which is a plus.
  • The OSS (image stabilization) works well for video.
  • The colors are crisp and the images clear. Great build quality.
  • Very good quality. Focusing is quick and accurate.
Sony FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Zoom Lens
  • Great value lens. Good picture quality, light and a great walkaround lens.
  • Its performance is decent for the price.
  • The build quality is nice.
  • Excellent quality materials. Highly recommend.
  • A stunning lens that's well made.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
MSRP
299.99 $


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