Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS

Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS

Sony
89 Overall Score
vs
GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm

GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm

GoPro
82 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS

85 out of 100 medium confidence 22 reviews

The Sony DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM lens is a notable upgrade from the kit 18-55mm, offering a constant fast aperture, silent autofocus, and superior image quality. Users praise its sharpness, bokeh, and build, though they note it is heavier and bulkier. A few refurbished units had minor scratches or early malfunction, but overall the lens is highly recommended for Sony Alpha APS-C cameras.

Pros
  • Constant F2.8 aperture
  • Fast and silent autofocus
  • Excellent image sharpness and contrast
  • Pleasing bokeh
  • Solid build quality
Cons
  • Heavy and bulky
  • Some units have early malfunctions
  • Not compatible with full-frame cameras
  • Moderate flare issue
  • Limited zoom range to 50mm
👍 Image quality 9
👍 Build quality 8
👍 Autofocus performance 5
👎 Weight and size 6
👍 Value for money 4
🤔 Refurbished condition 6

GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm

92 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews

The Ultra Wide Lens Mod for GoPro HERO13 Black receives glowing reviews for its impressive 177-degree field of view and sharp image quality with minimal distortion. Users highlight its ease of installation, sturdy build, and how it expands creative possibilities for action shots and landscapes. While the Q&A section remains unanswered, the five-star ratings consistently praise its cinematic upgrade potential.

Pros
  • Wide 177-degree field of view
  • Sharp image quality with little distortion
  • Easy to attach and sturdy build
  • Expands creative filming possibilities
  • Works well for action and landscape shots
Cons
  • Q&A questions remain unanswered
  • Compatibility with older GoPro models uncertain
👍 Field of view 5
👍 Image quality 4
👍 Ease of installation 3
👍 Build quality 3
👍 Creative expansion 4
👎 Compatibility 2

Scores

Travel
Sony
94
GoPro
70
Budget
Sony
91
GoPro
76
Street
Sony
88
GoPro
85
Portrait
Sony
82
GoPro
88
Video Cinema
Sony
85
GoPro
73
Wildlife Sports
Sony
83
GoPro
67
Landscape
Sony
79
GoPro
56
Professional
Sony
76
GoPro
70
Macro
Sony
66
GoPro
45

Specifications

Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSSGoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm
Optics
Typezoomwide-angle
Focal Length Min16 mm1 mm
Focal Length Max50 mm1 mm
Elements9—
Groups8—
Aspherical Elements4★—
ED Elements1★—
Coating—hydrophobic lens coating
Aperture
Max Aperturef/3.5f/0
Min Aperture3.5-5.6f/0
Constant✗—
Diaphragm Blades7★—
Build
MountSony EGoPro HERO Black Mount
FormatAPS-C★—
Weather Sealed✓✓
Weight0.11 kg0.10 kg★
Filter Thread41 mm—
AF & Stabilization
AF TypeAutofocus—
Stabilization✓✓
Stabilization Stops4 stops★—
Focus
Min Focus Distance250 mm★—
Max Magnification0.215x★—

Pros & Cons

Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS

  • Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
  • Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
  • Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile

GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm

  • Strong bokeh (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong aperture (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Below average macro (13th percentile)13th %ile
  • Below average versatility (34th percentile)

Pricing

GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm is €138 cheaper (2.4x less).

Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS0.376score per dollar
vs
GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm0.823score per dollar

GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm offers 2.2x better value for money

Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS

GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm

Verdict

★ Winner: Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS

Scores 89 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.

Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Better at:

MacroBudgetStreetTravelLandscapeProfessionalVideo CinemaWildlife Sports

GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm Better at:

Portrait

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