Rokinon SP85M-C 85mm
Rokinon
27 Overall Score
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Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Sony
90 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Rokinon SP85M-C 85mm
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Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
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 SP85M-C 85mm | Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 85 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 9 |
| Groups | 7 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | Ultra Multi-Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.2 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | — | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 1.04 kg | 0.11 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 86 mm | 41 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 800 mm | 250 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.13x | 0.215x★ |
Pros & Cons
Rokinon SP85M-C 85mm
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average build (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average macro (26th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Pricing
Rokinon SP85M-C 85mm0.034score per dollar
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Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS0.259score per dollar
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS offers 7.6x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
