Sony E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS vs Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN | Art 019
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN | Art 019 is faster by 0.6 stops (f/2.8 vs f/3.5), letting in more light.
- Sony E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS is lighter by 679g.
- Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN | Art 019 goes wider (14mm vs 16mm).
- Sony E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS reaches further (50mm vs 24mm).
| Spec | E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS | 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN | Art 019 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Sigma |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Type | Zoom | Wide Zoom |
| Focal length | 16-50mm | 14-24mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 (faster) |
| Released | 2013 | n/a |
| Format | aps-c | full-frame |
| Weight g | 116.0 (lighter) | 795 |
| Length mm | 29.9 | 133.0 |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 64.7 | 85.0 |
| Min focus m | 0.25 (closer focusing) | 0.28 |
| Max magnification | 0.215 | 0.14 |
| Blades | n/a | 11 |
| Groups | n/a | 13 |
| Af motor | n/a | Stepping motor |
| Elements | n/a | 18 |
Sony E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS
Compact power-zoom kit lens for APS-C E-mount covering 16-50mm with Optical SteadyShot. It retracts to a small size.
Pros
- Very compact at about 116 g
- Power zoom
- Optical SteadyShot
Cons
- Modest sharpness
- Slow variable aperture
Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN | Art 019
A wide-angle f/2.8 zoom for full-frame mirrorless in Sigma's Art line, with a bulbous front element and a dust- and splash-proof structure.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 at an ultra-wide focal length
- Sharp across the frame
- Dust- and splash-proof structure
Cons
- Curved front element means no screw-in filters
- Weighs about 795 g