Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Fujifilm Fujinon GF 120mm f/4 R LM OIS WR Macro 120mm
What Buyers Say
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
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
Fujifilm Fujinon GF 120mm f/4 R LM OIS WR Macro 120mm
The Fuji GF 120mm f4 macro lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from users who praise its exceptional sharpness and versatility for both macro and portrait photography. Reviewers highlight the lens's tack-sharp performance even wide open, beautiful bokeh, and effective image stabilization, though they note its weight and recommend using a tripod for extended shoots. A Q&A confirms that while a dedicated teleconverter is planned by Fujifilm, it is not yet available for this lens system.
Pros
- tack sharp even wide open
- excellent bokeh for portraits
- effective image stabilization
- versatile for macro and portrait
- great ergonomics
Cons
- heavy lens
- tripod recommended for long shoots
- teleconverter not yet available
Scores
Specifications
| Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | Fujifilm Fujinon GF 120mm f/4 R LM OIS WR Macro 120mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 120 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 120 mm |
| Elements | 9 | — |
| Groups | 8 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1★ | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/120 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | G |
| Format | APS-C★ | medium-format |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.11 kg★ | 0.98 kg |
| Filter Thread | 41 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | LM |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm★ | — |
| Max Magnification | 0.215x | 0.5x★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
Fujifilm Fujinon GF 120mm f/4 R LM OIS WR Macro 120mm
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average aperture (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average bokeh (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average macro (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average optical (20th percentile)20th %ile
Pricing
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Fujifilm Fujinon GF 120mm f/4 R LM OIS WR Macro 120mm
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
