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Sony DT 16-50mm f/2.8 SSM

Sony's 2011 constant-f/2.8 standard zoom for A-mount APS-C (24-75 mm equivalent): SSM focus, dust- and moisture-resistant, at 577 g.

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Core
Released
2011
Focal Length
16–50mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Compatible Mount
Minolta/Sony A
Filter Size
72mm
Dimensions
81mm diameter × 88mm length
Weight
577g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Optics & Focus
AF Motor
SSM (ultrasonic)
Optical IS
None (relies on body IBIS)
Aperture Blades
7
Magnification
0.2x
Min. Focus Distance
30cm

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre

Base score — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. Camera Match adjusts it for your skill level and priorities.

Portrait
5.5/10
Street
5.5/10
Travel
6.1/10
Wedding & Events
7.4/10
Vlogging & Video
5.2/10
Filmmaking
5.1/10
Documentary
5.9/10
Landscape
6.6/10
Casual
5.9/10
Food
4.4/10
Architecture
6.0/10
Astrophotography
6.0/10
Underwater
6.6/10
✅ Great For
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Wedding & Events 7.4 Strong on focal length, autofocus and weather sealing.
⚠️ Not Ideal For
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Food 4.4 Held back by close focusing and optical stabilisation.
📝 How suitability scores are calculated GearScore™ genre scores are calculated from this camera's verified specifications — autofocus, sensor, weight, weather sealing and more — weighted by what matters for each type of photography. Where a spec sheet misses something (e.g. a manual-focus rangefinder for street), we apply a documented editorial adjustment. Scores are not based on customer reviews. See our full methodology →
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