Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
TTArtisan 50mm f/1.2 50mm
What Buyers Say
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
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
TTArtisan 50mm f/1.2 50mm
This lens is widely praised for its incredible value, solid metal build, and satisfying manual operation. Users appreciate the smooth focus ring, nice bokeh, and sharpness stopped down, but note the extremely narrow depth of field at f/1.2 requires very careful focusing. Overall, it's seen as a fun, characterful lens that punches well above its price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Solid all-metal build quality
- Smooth manual focus ring
- Nice bokeh rendition
- Compact and lightweight
Cons
- Extremely shallow depth of field at f/1.2 requiring very careful focus
- Soft wide open at f/1.2 for photos
- Heavy for a 50mm lens (noted by some)
- No lens hood included in the box
- Cool color cast in some conditions
Scores
Specifications
| Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | TTArtisan 50mm f/1.2 50mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 7 |
| Groups | 8 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | — | multi-layer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 10★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.11 kg★ | 0.41 kg |
| Filter Thread | 41 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm★ | 500 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.215x | 0.25x★ |
Pros & Cons
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 (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
TTArtisan 50mm f/1.2 50mm
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
- Below average macro (35th percentile)
Pricing
TTArtisan 50mm f/1.2 50mm offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
