Rokinon RK8518 85mm F1.8 85mm
Rokinon
82 Overall Score
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Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm
Sony
89 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Rokinon RK8518 85mm F1.8 85mm
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Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm
85 out of 100 medium confidence 22 reviews
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
Image quality 9
Build quality 8
Autofocus performance 5
Weight and size 6
Value for money 4
Refurbished condition 6
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Specifications
| Rokinon RK8518 85mm F1.8 85mm | Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 85 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 9 |
| Groups | 8 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | UMC | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.27 kg | 0.11 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 41 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Linear Stepping Motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 128 mm★ | 250 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:8.33★ | 0.215x |
Pros & Cons
Rokinon RK8518 85mm F1.8 85mm
- Strong bokeh (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong aperture (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong macro (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average social proof (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong social proof (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Pricing
Rokinon RK8518 85mm F1.8 85mm0.001score per dollar
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Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm0.003score per dollar
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm offers 3.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 50mm
Scores 89 overall, wins 4 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
