Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Nikon
90 Overall Score
vs
Canon RF 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
Canon
72 Overall Score
Scores
Street
Budget
Travel
Video Cinema
Portrait
Landscape
Macro
Wildlife Sports
Professional
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | Canon RF 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 45 mm |
| Elements | 9 | — |
| Groups | 7 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1★ | — |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Super Spectra Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/4.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | 4.5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon RF-S |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.41 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 49 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm | 45 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Canon RF 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
- Strong macro (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (78th percentile)
- Below average social proof (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Scores 90 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.