Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II vs Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II
Both are Sony E mount zooms for everyday and travel — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II | Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 16-50mm | 28-70mm |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II covers 16-50mm and the Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II covers 28-70mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS IISee price on Amazon
Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS IISee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II and the Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II?
The Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II is 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom, APS-C; the Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II is 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II and Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C). Note the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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