A great APS-C lens for stills and movies

This 16–50 mm (35 mm full-frame equivalent: 24–75 mm) power zoom lens is ideal for day-to-day stills and movies. It weighs just 3.8 oz. (107 grams) and retracts to 1.25" (31.3 mm) when powered off. Refined AF ensures reliable focus while zooming, and built-in image stabilization minimizes blur. Breathing compensation is supported with compatible bodies¹ .

Excellent optical performance

Four aspherical elements and one ED (Extra-low Dispersion) element in a nine-element eight-group optical design contribute to high resolution throughout a 16–50 mm zoom range (35 mm full-frame equivalent: 24-75 mm). Color bleeding is minimal, clarity is excellent, and smooth bokeh is available when needed.

Natural bokeh emphasizes the subject

The E PZ 16–50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS II features a seven-blade circular aperture unit that helps to create natural-looking bokeh that can make subjects stand out without being distracting.

Get close to capture details

With a minimum focusing distance of 0.82 ft (0.25 m) (wide)/0.99 ft (0.30 m) (tele) and maximum magnification of 0.215x, the E PZ 16–50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS II offers versatile close-up performance that lets you move in close and focus on details when shooting table-top subjects, for example.

Maximum AF performance from α bodies

With an advanced linear motor and high-speed control, the E PZ 16–50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS II easily captures active children or animals at photogenic moments. Superior tracking performance supports the high-speed 120fps² continuous shooting capability of high-performance α9 III, as well as 4K 120p/FHD 240p high frame rate movie recording³. Focus is smooth, precise, and quiet.

Advanced movie features

Smooth, quiet power zoom is ideal for movies, with reliable AF while zooming. Built-in stabilization works with in-body stabilization⁴, including Active Mode, to minimize blur in movies. Focus breathing is controlled to minimize distracting shifts in angle of view while focusing for exceptionally smooth, stable footage.

Go-anywhere agility and mobility

The E PZ 16–50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS II retracts to a total length of just 1.25" (31.3 mm) when camera power is turned off. In addition to its diminutive size and low weight of just 3.8 oz. (107 grams), it is a durable lens that can withstand the rigors of day-to-day shooting.

Flexible control in a compact lens

An integrated zoom and focus ring allows fast, accurate zooming or focusing depending on the needs of the moment. Power zoom can be controlled by a zoom lever that allows smooth, constant-speed zoom operation. The E PZ 16–50 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS II accepts 1.59" screw-on filters. [1] Zoom/Focus ring  [2] Zoom lever.

Environment friendly⁵

Sony's "Road to Zero" project aims for a zero environmental footprint by 2050. The environmental footprint of this product has been minimized from development through supply chain, production, and packaging. We are also transitioning to non-plastic packaging materials. Plant-based non-woven fabrics are used for product bags.