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

Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens (Sony E, Black)
Ultra-Compact Retractable Standard Power Zoom – 16-50mm Focal Length (24-75mm Full-Frame Equivalent), Power Zoom (PZ) Mechanism with On-Barrel Slider & Dual-Function Control Ring, Optical SteadyShot (OSS) Image Stabilization, Advanced Optical Layout (One ED Element, Four Aspherical Elements), Internal Focus (IF) System with 9.8″ Minimum Focusing Distance, Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm, Lightweight Pancake Form Factor, Native Sony E-Mount APS-C (Good Condition)

The Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS is an ultra-compact, retractable standard zoom lens engineered specifically for APS-C-format Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras (where it provides a versatile 24-75mm full-frame equivalent focal range). Built with an electronically driven collapsing mechanism, the lens measures under 1.2 inches in length when powered down, creating an agile, pocketable setup when paired with Sony Alpha 6000-series and ZV-series bodies. Spanning true wide-angle scenes through natural portrait-length perspectives, it serves as an everyday walkaround optic for street photography, travel documentation, family snapshots, and handheld vlogging.

The lens integrates an electronically driven Power Zoom (PZ) mechanism that can be operated via the on-barrel slider switch, the dual-function control ring, or compatible camera body zoom levers, enabling fluid, quiet focal length racking ideal for video recording. Handheld stability is bolstered by Sony’s Optical SteadyShot (OSS) image stabilization, which counters camera shake at slower shutter speeds and coordinates with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) on equipped Sony bodies for blur-free handheld stills and steady video. The optical architecture employs 9 elements in 8 groups, featuring one Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) element to minimize chromatic fringing alongside four precision aspherical elements that suppress spherical aberrations, field curvature, and distortion across the zoom range. With a close 9.8-inch minimum focusing distance and a rounded 7-blade diaphragm for natural background rendition, this pancake standard zoom delivers convenient everyday utility in good working order.

CONDITION DIAGNOSTICS & PHYSICAL NOTES

Included Components: COMPACT POWER ZOOM LENS. Supplied with the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS lens. (Front lens cap, rear E-mount dust cap, camera bodies, and screw-in filters sold separately unless pictured).

Exterior & Barrel Status: GOOD CONDITION. The matte black composite and metal barrel housing, ribbed control ring, power zoom slider switch, and bayonet mount show typical cosmetic signs of standard field handling, including light surface scuffs and minor finish rubbing along the outer chassis and edge perimeters. All printed focal length markers, Sony branding, and Optical SteadyShot badging remain clean, sharp, and fully legible.

Optical Status: FAIR TO GOOD CONDITION. External front and rear optical glass surfaces are free of deep scratches, gouges, or impact marks. The internal optical assembly contains minor scattered dust specks typical of retractable telescoping zooms, along with a visible, light fine line of fungus located inside the rear element group; bench testing and sample test exposures indicate that standard resolution, contrast, and color transmission remain well preserved under typical shooting conditions, though shooting wide open directly into harsh, unshaded backlighting may introduce a minor softening of micro-contrast.

Mechanical & Electronic Status: FULLY FUNCTIONAL. The motorized telescoping barrel extends and collapses smoothly upon camera power cycling; the Power Zoom slider and multi-function barrel ring operate fluidly with consistent electronic response; internal autofocus locks quickly, accurately, and quietly; Optical SteadyShot (OSS) engages cleanly and steadies the live view feed; the 7-blade rounded diaphragm stops down crisply without sticking or oil migration; gold-plated E-mount contacts communicate Exif metadata and in-body corrections reliably with host Sony cameras with zero error codes.

KEY FEATURES & PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS

Retractable Pancake Profile: Collapses down to just 1.18 inches (29.9 mm) in length when powered off, offering exceptional portability for travel and everyday carry.

Versatile 24-75mm Full-Frame Equivalent Range: Covers expansive wide-angle landscapes, street scenes, documentary snapshots, and short-telephoto portraits on APS-C sensors.

Electronically Driven Power Zoom (PZ): Delivers smooth, quiet motorized zooming controlled via the on-barrel lever or the dual-action control ring, ideal for cinematic video.

Optical SteadyShot (OSS) Stabilization: Mitigates camera shake for sharper handheld exposures at slower shutter speeds and smoother video panning.

Advanced Optical Formula: Integrates 1 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass element and 4 aspherical elements to control chromatic fringing, spherical aberrations, and geometric distortion.

Fast Internal Focusing (IF): Maintains responsive, quiet autofocus tracking compatible with Sony Fast Hybrid AF and Real-Time Eye AF without altering the outer barrel length during focusing.

9.8″ Close Minimum Focus Distance: Focuses down to 9.8 inches (0.25 m) at the wide end with a 0.215x maximum magnification ratio for dynamic close-up perspectives.

Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm: Engineered with 7 curved blades to produce natural, pleasing background blur and circular bokeh highlights.

Lightweight Walkaround Build: Weighs only 4.1 oz (116 g), making it an ideal choice for lightweight gimbal balance, travel vlogging, and pocket-sized camera bags.