Hey guys, Carl here and today we're going to be talking about the Sony E-PZ 16 to 50 millimeter F3.5 to F5.6 OSS zoom lens. That is a mouthful. If you're looking for an affordable lens that offers great quality and versatility then this is a pretty good lens to look at. 16 to 50 is a really good range and in the 35 millimeter equivalent it's going to be about 24 to 70. It is however a variable aperture from F3.5 to F5.6. Let me explain real fast what variable aperture is. At 16 millimeters it's going to be 3.5 and if you zoom into 50 it's going to be F5.6. Your aperture will close in as you zoom in. So just remember that when you're shooting with this lens that if you're shooting something at F3.5 and you're probably exposed and you really want to zoom into something. As soon as you zoom in it's going to become darker. You will have to compensate for that. If you're not shooting at like IOT, Auto ISO or Auto shutter speed or something along those lines. That will make a big difference. But in this video I'm going to discuss its features, performance and why it may be a good option for you. Alright first we're going to go over some features of this lens. The 16 to 50 millimeter lens is compact and lightweight and it only weighs 116 grams. Definitely one of the biggest things about this lens is just its compact size. I mean, pull of your hand, put it on your camera body. That's almost pocketable. It's designed specifically for Sony e-mount mirrorless cameras obviously. It offers a focal range of 60 to 50 millimeters which makes it ideal for a wide variety of shooting situations. The lens has a built-in optical steady shot OSS technology that reduces camera shake and allows for sharp images. Additionally, it has power zoom feature that enables smooth, silent, zooming while shooting video. If I spin this while it's in Auto focus, it turns it into the zoom ring and then if I take it into manual focus, it then becomes my focus ring. So kind of a cool feature for this lens. It automatically does that when you switch back and forth. And this is that zoom function. So you can see as I spin it, that's controlling the zoom. And then if I go to a manual focus mode, this then becomes my focus ring instead of my zoom ring. And on the Sony FX3 FX30, your rocker can be your zoom in and out which this would be a great lens for your FX30 as it's super compact. If you're just looking for something to take with you on the road, I think it would be a really good option for that. Look at this little baby lens cap. Look at that thing. It's so tiny. The thread on this guy is 40.5. Good luck finding a filter thread for that guy. I haven't looked for one so it might be really easy to find. But anyway, that would be something definitely to look for. Now let's talk about some of the performance of this lens. When it comes to the performance, the 16 to 50 millimeter lens offers impressive image quality. For its price, it produces sharp and clear images with accurate colors, even in low light conditions, depending on what camera you're using. The lens has a maximum aperture of F3.5 and 5.6, which allows for beautiful bouquet and better low light performance. The auto focus is quick and accurate, which makes it easy to capture sharp images of moving subjects. I just noticed that the whole lens works really well for the price. And considering that it has been banged up a little bit, it's got a few little dense in it, it just works like it's supposed to. So that's a big plus for it. And then when it comes to price, you can't beat it. That brings us to affordability. One of the biggest advantages of the 16 to 50 millimeter lens is its affordability. This lens is one of the most affordable options for Sony e-mail mirrorless cameras, making it an ideal choice for new photographers or those that are on a budget. Even used prices are very reasonable, and you can often find this lens for a fraction of the cost to its more expensive counterparts. However, don't let the price tag fool you. This lens offers great quality and versatility that you won't find in many other lenses at this price point. So in conclusion, the Sony 16 to 50 millimeter f3.5 to 5.6 OSS lens is an excellent choice for those looking for a great affordable lens. This is compact size, versatility, and impressive performance make it an ideal lens for both new and experienced photographers and videographers. Whether you're shooting landscapes, portraits, or videos, this lens won't disappoint you. If you're looking for a great affordable lens with great quality, the 16 to 50 millimeter lens is definitely worth considering. So with that said, thank you guys so much for watching. Hopefully you guys got something from this. Make sure to hit that thumbs up button if you liked to, and subscribe if you haven't already. We'll see you guys in the next one. Cheers.