Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens (Black) – SELP1650

The Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens (SELP1650) is a compact retractable power zoom lens designed for Sony Alpha APS-C E-mount mirrorless cameras. Featuring a versatile 16-50mm focal length equivalent to 24-75mm on a full-frame camera, this lens is suitable for everyday photography, travel, landscapes, portraits and video recording. Its lightweight 116g construction and compact retractable design make it a practical choice for photographers and content creators who need a portable standard zoom lens.

Equipped with Sony Optical SteadyShot (OSS) image stabilization, electronic power zoom and autofocus support, the Sony E PZ 16-50mm lens provides convenient operation for both photography and video applications. Its optical construction includes 9 elements in 8 groups with aspherical and Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements, while the seven-blade circular aperture supports smooth background rendering. The lens features a 40.5mm filter thread and can also be used on compatible Sony full-frame E-mount cameras in APS-C crop mode.

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Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens Features in Kenya

Versatile 16-50mm Standard Zoom Range

Provides a 16-50mm focal length range, equivalent to approximately 24-75mm on a full-frame camera, for capturing wide-angle scenes, everyday photographs and portraits.

Sony E-Mount APS-C Compatibility

Designed for Sony Alpha APS-C E-mount mirrorless cameras, offering compatibility with supported Sony camera bodies and their autofocus systems.

Compact Retractable Lens Design

Features a retractable construction measuring approximately 29.9mm in length when retracted, making it convenient for travel and everyday camera storage.

Lightweight 116g Construction

Weighs approximately 116g, helping maintain a lightweight camera setup for handheld photography and mobile video recording.

Electronic Power Zoom

Includes an electronic power zoom mechanism for controlled focal length adjustment, making it useful for compatible video recording and everyday photography applications.

Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization

Features Sony Optical SteadyShot (OSS) stabilization to help reduce the effects of camera shake during handheld photography and video recording.

Variable f/3.5-5.6 Maximum Aperture

Provides a maximum aperture of f/3.5 at the wide-angle end and f/5.6 at the telephoto end, with aperture adjustment available for different shooting conditions.

Autofocus and Manual Focus Support

Supports autofocus and manual focus operation on compatible Sony E-mount cameras, allowing users to select the appropriate focusing method.

Aspherical and ED Optical Elements

Uses aspherical and Extra-Low Dispersion glass elements within its optical design to help control optical aberrations and improve image quality.

9 Elements in 8 Groups

Features an optical construction of nine elements arranged in eight groups, designed for compact standard zoom performance.

Seven-Blade Circular Aperture

Includes seven rounded aperture blades that support smooth background blur and natural-looking out-of-focus areas under suitable shooting conditions.

Minimum Focus Distance of 0.25-0.30m

Supports close focusing from approximately 0.25m to 0.30m, depending on focal length, for photographing nearby subjects and everyday details.

Maximum Magnification of 0.215x

Offers a maximum magnification ratio of approximately 0.215x for close-up photography of suitable subjects.

40.5mm Filter Thread

Features a 40.5mm front filter thread for attaching compatible lens filters and accessories.

Wide-Angle to Short Telephoto Coverage

Provides an angle of view ranging from approximately 83° to 32° on APS-C cameras, supporting different framing requirements without changing lenses.

Full-Frame E-Mount Crop Mode Compatibility

Can be mounted on compatible Sony full-frame E-mount cameras, although APS-C crop mode is required for normal image coverage and reduces the usable sensor area.

Suitable for Photography and Video

Combines a practical zoom range, compact design, power zoom operation and optical stabilization for travel photography, everyday shooting and compatible video workflows.

Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens Specifications

• Brand: Sony
• Model: E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
• Manufacturer Part Number: SELP1650
• Product Type: Retractable Power Zoom Camera Lens
• Color: Black
• Net Weight: 116g (0.116kg), Manufacturer-Confirmed
• Dimensions (Diameter × Length): 64.7 × 29.9mm
• Lens Mount: Sony E-Mount
• Lens Format: APS-C
• Focal Length: 16-50mm
• 35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 24-75mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/3.5-5.6
• Minimum Aperture: f/22-36
• Zoom Ratio: Approximately 3.1x
• Zoom Mechanism: Electronic Power Zoom
• Optical Image Stabilization: Optical SteadyShot (OSS)
• Autofocus: Supported
• Manual Focus: Supported
• Lens Construction: 9 Elements in 8 Groups
• Optical Elements: Aspherical and Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass
• Aperture Blades: 7 Rounded Blades
• Circular Aperture: Supported
• Angle of View: 83°-32°
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.25-0.30m
• Maximum Magnification: 0.215x
• Filter Diameter: 40.5mm
• Lens Design: Compact Retractable
• Full-Frame Compatibility: Compatible Full-Frame Sony E-Mount Cameras in APS-C Crop Mode
• Compatible Cameras: Sony Alpha APS-C E-Mount Cameras
• Applications: Photography, Travel, Portraits, Everyday Shooting and Video Recording
• Package Contents: Sony E PZ 16-50mm OSS Lens, Front Lens Cap and Rear Lens Cap

Applications of Sony E PZ 16-50mm OSS Lens

• Travel Photography: Capturing landscapes, destinations and everyday travel experiences with a compact zoom lens.
• Landscape Photography: Using the 16mm wide-angle setting for outdoor scenery and wider compositions.
• Portrait Photography: Using the longer focal length settings for casual portraits and people photography.
• Everyday Photography: Photographing family activities, social events and general subjects.
• Video Recording: Capturing video with electronic power zoom and optical stabilization on compatible Sony cameras.
• Street Photography: Recording everyday urban scenes using a lightweight and portable camera setup.
• Content Creation: Producing photographs and video content for personal projects and online platforms.
• Close-Up Photography: Capturing nearby objects and details within the lens’s supported focusing range.

Buy Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens in Kenya

Buy the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens (SELP1650) from Rapidtech Networks Limited in Kenya. We supply Sony camera lenses and photography accessories for compatible Sony Alpha mirrorless cameras. This compact APS-C E-mount lens combines a versatile 16-50mm zoom range, electronic power zoom, Optical SteadyShot stabilization and a lightweight retractable design for everyday photography, travel and video recording.

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Our technical team provides camera lens selection guidance, Sony E-mount compatibility checks, APS-C and full-frame crop mode recommendations, lens filter selection assistance and after-sales technical support. Contact Rapidtech Networks Limited to confirm product availability, included accessories and applicable warranty coverage before ordering.