Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
TTArtisan APS-C 10mm f/2.0 ASPH 10mm
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
TTArtisan APS-C 10mm f/2.0 ASPH 10mm
The TTArtisan 10mm f/2.0 lens offers impressive sharpness and a wide angle at a very affordable price. Many users praise its solid metal build, smooth focus ring, and low distortion, making it a great value for occasional or experimental use. However, as a fully manual lens, it can be challenging for beginners to achieve sharp focus, and the focus ring markings may not always be accurate. A few complaints include stiff aperture rings and one undelivered order, but overall sentiment is positive for budget-conscious photographers.
Pros
- Sharpness wide open and stopped down
- Solid all-metal build quality
- Very affordable price
- Low distortion for ultra-wide lens
- Smooth focus ring
Cons
- Manual focus requires practice
- Focus ring markers not always accurate
- Stiff aperture ring on some versions
- No auto-focus or EXIF metadata
- Soft corners at wide apertures
Scores
Specifications
| Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | TTArtisan APS-C 10mm f/2.0 ASPH 10mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 10 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 10 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 13 |
| Groups | 8 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1★ | 0 |
| Coating | — | HD multilayer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 8★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.11 kg★ | 0.34 kg |
| Filter Thread | 41 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm | 250 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.215x | 2:1★ |
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
TTArtisan APS-C 10mm f/2.0 ASPH 10mm
- Strong macro (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong optical (73rd percentile)
- Strong build (69th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS offers 4.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
