Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Sony
89 Overall Score
vs
Nikon NIKKOR AF 20mm f/2.8D 20mm
Nikon
66 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | Nikon NIKKOR AF 20mm f/2.8D 20mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 20 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 12 |
| Groups | 8 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1★ | — |
| Coating | — | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.11 kg★ | 0.16 kg |
| Filter Thread | 41 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Autofocus (for Nikon Cameras with an Autofocus Motor) |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm | 249 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.215x★ | 0.12x |
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
Nikon NIKKOR AF 20mm f/2.8D 20mm
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong bokeh (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong social proof (78th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS0.027score per dollar
vs
Nikon NIKKOR AF 20mm f/2.8D 20mm0.006score per dollar
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS offers 4.5x better value for money
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Nikon NIKKOR AF 20mm f/2.8D 20mm
Verdict
Winner: Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
