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Sony E 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ OSS II Autofocus APS-C Lens for E-Mount, Black {40.5} SELP16502

Model #393070
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Sony's APS-C kit zoom, now with power zoom and built-in stabilization.

The Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II covers a practical wide-to-short-tele range on APS-C Sony E-mount bodies, pairing a 16-50mm focal length with motorized power zoom control. That power zoom mechanism is the defining feature here: zoom speed is motor-driven and consistent, which matters far more during video than it ever does for stills. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization works alongside the zoom to reduce camera shake, giving handheld shooters a meaningful buffer at longer focal lengths where the variable f/3.5-5.6 aperture is at its narrowest.

At 40.5mm filter thread, the lens stays compact on smaller Alpha bodies, which is the point. This is a lens built around the idea that your camera should be pocketable. For shooters who want a native E-mount option that handles both photos and video without carrying a second stabilized prime, the 16-50mm II does that job without requiring a dedicated stabilization rig.

Who It's For

Video creators shooting on APS-C Sony Alpha bodies get direct value from the power zoom: smooth, motorized focal length changes during recording without the handling noise of a manual ring. Travel photographers working light benefit from the compact form factor and OSS stabilization when shooting handheld in variable light. Run-and-gun documentary shooters appreciate having autofocus, stabilization, and power zoom in a single native E-mount lens. Content creators who move between stills and video in a single session will find the 16-50mm range covers enough ground to work without a lens change.

Key Features

  • 16-50mm focal length on APS-C, motorized power zoom for consistent video speed
  • f/3.5-5.6 variable maximum aperture
  • Optical SteadyShot image stabilization built into lens
  • Sony E-mount, APS-C format coverage
  • 40.5mm filter thread for compact accessory ecosystem
  • Autofocus compatible with Sony E-mount bodies

FAQ

Is the power zoom useful for stills photography, or is it mainly a video feature?
Power zoom is primarily a video advantage-it gives you smooth, consistent zoom speed during recording. For stills, you'll use autofocus to adjust framing, so the motorized zoom is convenience rather than necessity.
What image stabilization does this lens have?
Optical SteadyShot (OSS) reduces camera shake. It's built into the lens, so it works on any compatible E-mount body without requiring additional stabilization gear.
What's the filter thread size?
40.5mm. That's small enough to keep filter and accessory costs down, which fits the compact design of this lens.
Does the aperture stay constant across the zoom range?
No. The maximum aperture is f/3.5 at 16mm and f/5.6 at 50mm-it narrows as you zoom in, which is typical for this class of kit zoom.
Which Sony E-mount bodies is this lens compatible with?
It's designed for APS-C format E-mount cameras. That includes the a6000 series, a6700, a5100, and other APS-C Alpha bodies with the Sony E lens mount.
Can I use this lens for video?
Yes. The power zoom and optical stabilization are both well-suited to video work-the motorized zoom gives smooth zooming during recording, and the OSS reduces handheld jitter.
SpecificationValue
Focal Length16-50mm
Max Aperturef/3.5-5.6
MountSony E
Filter Thread40.5mm

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Brand Name Sony
Filter Size 40.5mm (.5 pitch)
Focus Type Autofocus (lens motor)
Lens Mount Sony E Mount
Max Focal Length 50mm
Min Focal Length 16mm