Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS vs Sony E 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS LE
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 | Sony E 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS LE |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 16-50mm | 18-200mm |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS covers 16-50mm and the Sony E 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS LE covers 18-200mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Check the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS price on Amazon →
Check the Sony E 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS LE price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS and the Sony E 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS LE?
The Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS is 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom, APS-C; the Sony E 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS LE is 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 zoom, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS and Sony E 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS LE 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).
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