Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm
JINTU 420-800mm telephoto lens
What Buyers Say
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm
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
JINTU 420-800mm telephoto lens
This budget telephoto lens receives mixed reviews. Some users praise its value and image quality for the price, especially for wildlife and moon photography, while others report severe issues like black photos, incompatibility with certain Nikon cameras, and soft sharpness. The lens requires manual focus and aperture control, and chromatic aberration is common but fixable in editing. Overall, it is a decent option for hobbyists on a tight budget but not for professional use.
Pros
- Great value for the price
- Good for wildlife and moon photography
- Decent clarity with proper editing
- Fun to use for beginners
Cons
- Incompatible with some Nikon cameras
- Black photos on certain models
- Soft sharpness and chromatic aberration
- Sticky zoom slide
- Requires manual focus and aperture control
Scores
Specifications
| Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm | JINTU 420-800mm telephoto lens | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 420 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 800 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 6 |
| Groups | 8 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1★ | — |
| Coating | — | Ultra Multi Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/8.3 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.11 kg★ | 0.77 kg |
| Filter Thread | 41 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm★ | 800 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.215x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
JINTU 420-800mm telephoto lens
- Strong versatility (69th percentile)
- Strong social proof (66th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average build (23rd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm
JINTU 420-800mm telephoto lens
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 22 specs.
