Sony – 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 Retractable Zoom Lens for Most NEX E-Mount Cameras – Black $144.00 Save:$80.00(36%)
Description
  • Compatible with most Sony NEX E-mount cameras
    For use with your existing camera. Not recommended for use with NEX-3, NEX-5 and NEX-C3 models.
  • Built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization
    Provides a 4-stop shutter speed advantage to produce crisp, blur-free images and video.
  • POWER ZOOM mechanism
    Extends the lens when the camera is powered on, making it instantly ready for shooting. Dual-function control ring adjusts both zooming and manual focus.
  • 16-50mm focal length (35mm equivalent 24-75mm)
    Ideal for on-the-go shooting.
  • 3x zoom
    Lets you capture up-close detail from far away.
  • 0.22x maximum magnification
    For versatile shooting.
  • f/22-36 minimum aperture and f/3.5-5.6 maximum aperture
    For optimal light gathering, resulting in clear, detailed images.
  • 9 elements in 8 groups with 7 aperture blades
    Also features 4 aspherical lens elements for wide accuracy and 1 ED glass element for sharp shots.
Additional information
Weight 0.2557 lbs
Auto/Manual Focus

Automatic

In-Lens Image Stabilization

Yes

Maximum Aperture

f/5.6

Color Category

Black

Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor

1 Year

Minimum Aperture

f/22

Tripod/Monopod Mountable

No

Product Name

16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 Retractable Zoom Lens for Most NEX E-Mount Cameras

Product Weight

0.2557 pounds

Color

Black

Brand

Sony

Model Number

SELP1650

Maximum Focal Length

50 millimeters

Lens Mount Compatibility

Sony E-Mount

Focal Length 35mm Film Equivalent

24-75mm

Minimum Focus Distance

9.84 inches

Lens Type

Standard Zoom

Filter Diameter

40.5 millimeters

Minimum Focal Length

16 millimeters

Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts

1 Year

Brand Compatibility

Sony

UPC

027242858152

Reviews (39)
Ratings

4.6

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Customer Reviews (39)

  1. Napo

    Be aware that this lens is sensitive and can easily be damaged… warrantee is strongly recommended. Otherwise awesome lens for the price.

  2. Roder

    We bought the camera as an open box w/o the lens and opted to buy the 50-250 lens. You definitely need the 16-50 lens for indoors or close up outdoors events.

  3. mvaf

    …but too bad it was stolen while trying out camera bags at another camera store….still waiting to see if that camera store will “find” it in their stock and return it to me.

  4. Tomas

    This does hold a great punch for its size. In comparison to all the other lenses this is ity bity and does a great job. Can fit easily into your carrying bag and can be quickly pulled out for pictures. Love it!

  5. Dave

    I read Ken Rockwell’s review where he compared this lens to the Sony/ Zeiss 24-70mm f4. He stated that two were on par in image quality but, this one at a fraction of the cost. He was right! Granted, this is not a pro lens but it excels in portability and features; OSS, power zoom and pancake design.

  6. PawX4

    The SELP1650 is a great compact lens for Sony’s small E-mount cameras. It’s telescoping design is perfect for small bags and purses. It is certainly not the sharpest or brightest lens in the E-mount line, but it is adequate for vacation photos, snapshots, and other low-demand settings and it works well with the phase-detect autofocus on many of Sony’s newer mirror-less cameras. The lens also has optical stabilization.

    The SELP1650 has a single ring that functions both as a zoom (when in automatic focus mode) and a focus ring (when in manual focus mode). A slide on the side of the lens can be used to zoom in either focus mode.

  7. MizTic0

    Perfect lens for close ups. Pretty expensive but that’s what you get when you buy Sony.

  8. Shooter

    Great lens to get started with. The only con is the fact that it lacks constant aperture

  9. BCaro1

    no the best let out there but it makes its works for the price

  10. Snoops

    Great price with camera bundle but average quality lense.

  11. so999

    came with my a6500. it gets the job done. not so great in low light.

  12. Tekchallenged

    Great lens for beginners easy to use easy to understand

  13. Alman

    I bought this replacment lens for my camera from best buy, it takes 7-10 days to order it, now I am happy that I got this out zoom lens

  14. blacknwhitefoto

    This is an amazing lens that is completely portable, has great color rendition and is extremely sharp in the center. Optical Stabilization gives you the ability to hand hold in low light for razor sharp images. This 16-50 lens condenses down to pancake size when not in use and can be extended up to 100mm with digital clear zoom, while maintaining excellent image quality. This kit lens will give you outstanding results and an extremely useful effective range of 24-75, the perfect mid range zoom. Don’t listen to the negative reviews, this is a quality lens, Sony hit a home run and the upgraded lenses are much more expensive for very little gain in IQ. Use this lens, work on your photography, develop your skill set and THEN go look for new lenses. This could very well be the only lens you ever need on the Sony crop system. Happy shooting

  15. RPD2

    Lens does what it was intended to do nothing spectacular but it works well and easy to change.

  16. Kevin

    Great lens for a beginner photographer to learn how to used.

  17. TechGuy

    The SONY SELP1650 lens does the trick for your travel purpose. Shoots great for outdoor whether it’s sunny or cloudy. I love this lens because of the weight and compact form.

    Only concern is that the motor for zoom control might wear out in time. But good thing you still can control the zoom manually.

  18. SonyLens

    Camera is easy to use and takes quality pictures. Only criticism is that lens is easily damaged. You must refrain from even the smallest bumps or risk lens malfunction. This purchase was to replace original lens that came with camera.

  19. txmountaineer

    This is a great addition to the Sony A6000, 6300, and 6500 if your camera didn’t come with one. It’s the only lens that fits and allows you to use the built in flash. This lens allows this camera fit in a big pocket.

  20. KayKay

    This is a great lens for everyday shots from portraits, to some car shots with a great landscape backdrop. I got the open box because it was the only one left, so it has a few minor blemishes around the outer edges, but overall a good lens

  21. Junkyjumpyjan99

    Last lens froze up. Had to replace it. Great camera and now with a new lens great pictures again.

  22. JediGuy

    Our last lens died, so we bought this from BestBuy to replace it.

  23. Roux

    Bought this for my girlfriend and she loves the conveniency of the size when we travel. Also the zoom isn’t the strongest it is more than enough for good clear pictures

  24. NelsonJ

    We bought this lens for its more compact size. It is much smaller than the 18-135mm kit lens that came with the camera when I purchased it. This seems like it will be very good for the intended purpose. Very happy with pictures so far.

  25. Nita

    Takes great pictures using this lens with my Sony camera.

  26. TheOxman

    Lens is compact and transcends the most often used focal lengths for travel and knock around photography. Easy on. Easy off. Crisp pictures.

  27. Mizzcorvus

    This lens has great clarity and I love the zoom. I’m new to the world of photography/videography, I got the Sony a6400 and this lens. I’ve been able to vlog and make beauty YouTube videos. I’ve also been able to take awesome photos of my pets and family. This lens is great for getting a wide variety of shots and videos! Definitely worth the investment!

  28. TeohC

    Awesome oem product. Power zoom is way smooth. Could have increased zoom range for compactness though.

  29. NomadingNick

    Not the sharpest lens for Sony’s APS-C lineup however the best value for it’s price. Great for vlogging especially with OSS!

    I barely use it anymore because I finally saved up for the powerful Sony 16-55mm F/2.8 G lens, however I still use this lens as my B lens!

  30. Spectre

    I call this 16-50mm Sony lens a quality lens: sharpness, compactness, and cost all align for the end result. It’s not the sharpest lens in the Sony E-mount, to be sure, but for the price and size it’s a pretty much must-have in the camera bag for any Sony a6XXX camera owner.

  31. learning

    This lens is working great for our pictures. Easy to put on the camera.

  32. PetalumaPictures

    Great little lens. Huge zoom range in a very compact package. Most of my use is for video where a faster lens is needed to control the range of focus. But this is great for a walking around lens and still photos on the Sony A6600.

  33. Hokie2009

    It works very well with the Sony camera. Great purchase.

  34. Dick

    Excellent wide angle lens for the Sony a6000 camera series. I would strongly recommend this lens.

  35. Matt

    Good choice for close up shots, macro shots. Got this on a open box deal, was in excellent condition!

  36. Fidgit

    This is the lense that comes with the a6000, its fine, not spectacular, light and portable though.

  37. BelsyR

    This is my second time buying… i love it! Makes everything look perfect

  38. LibertyH

    Works perfectly and good quality for a kit lens. Makes my skin look so nice.

  39. JudyN

    Excellent product and price. Does a good job love it