The Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II is a compact, lightweight, and versatile power zoom lens designed specifically for Sony’s APS-C E-mount mirrorless cameras. Perfect for everyday shooting, vlogging, travel, and video content creation, this second-generation kit lens delivers improved optical performance, smoother autofocus, and enhanced image stabilization over its predecessor. Featuring Optical SteadyShot™ (OSS) to reduce blur from camera shake, a quiet internal zoom mechanism ideal for video, and a retractable design that keeps your setup ultra-portable, it’s the ideal companion for creators on the go. With a practical focal range equivalent to 24–75mm in full-frame terms, it covers everything from wide-angle landscapes to flattering portraits—all in a sleek, pocket-friendly form factor.
| Focal Length | 16–50mm (APS-C) |
| 35mm Equivalent | 24–75mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 (Wide) – f/5.6 (Telephoto) |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Construction | 13 elements in 12 groups (including 4 aspherical elements) |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.3m (Wide) / 0.45m (Telephoto) |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.15x |
| Autofocus System | Internal linear motor with smooth, quiet AF |
| Image Stabilization | Optical SteadyShot™ (OSS) built-in |
| Zoom Type | Power Zoom (PZ) with smooth, silent operation |
| Filter Diameter | 40.5mm |
| Dimensions (D×L) | 65.2mm × 45.0mm (2.57″ × 1.77″) – retracted |
| Weight | 120g (4.2 oz) |
| Mount Type | Sony E-mount (APS-C only) |
| Included Accessories | Front/rear caps, lens hood (ALC-SH139) |
| Warranty Terms: | 1-year warranty covered by 101 Multimedia. |
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| Product Categories | Zoom |
| Works with | Sony E/FE |