Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm
Fujifilm XF 18-120mm f/4 LM PZ WR
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
Fujifilm XF 18-120mm f/4 LM PZ WR
The Fujifilm XF 18-120mm f/4 R LM PZ WR lens is praised for its versatility, sharpness, and video-friendly power zoom, especially after a firmware update fixed exposure stepping. Users appreciate the internal zoom, weather sealing, and lightweight build, though some note the lack of an aperture ring and initial exposure issues. Overall, it's seen as a strong all-purpose lens for Fuji shooters, particularly when paired with IBIS cameras.
Pros
- Versatile focal length range
- Sharp image quality
- Smooth power zoom for video
- Internal zoom design
- Weather sealing
Cons
- No aperture ring
- Initial exposure stepping issue (now fixed)
- Plastic build feels cheap to some
- Not parfocal in manual focus
- Power zoom only controllable on lens
Scores
Specifications
| Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm | Fujifilm XF 18-120mm f/4 LM PZ WR | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 120 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 15 |
| Groups | 8 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 3 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | — | Fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.11 kg★ | 0.47 kg |
| Filter Thread | 41 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm★ | 600 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.215x | 1:5★ |
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
Fujifilm XF 18-120mm f/4 LM PZ WR
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong build (72nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average social proof (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm offers 9.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
