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Product Information

Thanks to its clever retracting mechanism, this zoom lens collapses to just 3/16" making it the perfect choice for on-the-go shooting when a compact, lightweight lens is ideal. Measuring just 3/16" when fully retracted, this SELP-1650 retractable zoom lens is super compact and easy to carry so you can quickly whip out your camera and spontaneously grab shots as they occur. It's perfect for traveling and other scenarios that require a lightweight, compact camera and lens combo. It covers a 16 mm to 50 mm range for flexible shooting, and is equipped with one ED (extra-low dispersion) and four aspherical elements, resulting in a high-performance lens that is surprisingly compact.

Product Identifiers

BrandSony

MPNSELP1650

UPC3801739800278, 0027242858152, 0742880773079

eBay Product ID (ePID)133854779

Product Key Features

MountSony E-mount

Focal Length16-50mm

Maximum Aperturef/3.5-5.6

SeriesSony SEL

TypeZoom lens

Focus TypeAuto & Manual

Dimensions

Weight0.25 lbs

Item Weight0.25 lbs

Additional Product Features

ApertureF/3.5-5.6

Additional Tech CharacteristicsOss

Focal Length (mm)16-50mm

Camera TechnologyDigital

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4.7

355 product ratings

262 users rated this 5 out of 5 stars
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Durable

Sharp image

Good value

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by skaburban
May 25, 2021
Great for streaming live
I'm using this compact zoom for a dedicated camera for providing telemedicine to my patients. Paired with a Sony NEX 7. It has a just right range of focal lengths. The power zoom makes it easy to reach up to the tripod for framing the view. Clear high quality video conferencing.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by stuhlmitch
Dec 30, 2015
Good basic lens for your sony not a high end lens, this was a replacement for a broken original lens, Be careful these are very easy to break .
Not so durable they will break if you drop and fixing cost as much as replacing so be careful with this lens. It is a good overall lens for the Sony e-mount Sony Alpha NEX‑3N 16.1 MP Mirrorless Digital camera but not recommended on the High end full frame such as a 7s Sony,
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
by 1055steveng
Sep 07, 2020
Not bad!
If money is an issue, and you mainly shoot "snapshots" or need a pocket type of system for that easy to go to, the best camera I have is the that I have with me, then this is a good little lens. Folds into your axxx and will fit in a large pocket or a small side bag. RAW images need a lot more correction, where the JPEGS are corrected in camera. Food vacation type of lens to have.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by dougie716
Oct 26, 2015
Great starter lens
This lens has a short tube length making the camera relatively compact without sacrificing lower f-stops. There are better lenses, but not for the money. This makes a great landscape lens, providing some relatively wide angles.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by bumordude
Feb 02, 2016
New Sony SELP1650 16-50mm F/3.5-5.6 Power Zoom E-Mount Lens for A6000 A5000 NEX New Sony SELP1650 16-50mm F/3.5-5.6 Power Zoom E-Mount Lens for A6000
You ask if it is durable - I've only had it a few weeks and so far it hasn't broken although I haven't hardly used it yet. It's too early to say if it's durable. Then you asked if the image is sharp - it's a kit lens and like all kit lens, it is not as sharp as a premium lens would be but it is acceptably sharp for my use at present. It is a good value as far as price goes. I would recommend it to for what it is, a kit lens.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
by drone166
Nov 10, 2015
16-50MM Sony E-Mount - Perfect
The lens works great for my Sony 7a camera. Its perfect for every day use. I am very pleased with it. If you are planning on doing any pictures for you kids sporting events I would recommend something with a more longer range but for everyday photos the 16-50mm is perfect.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Refurbished
by 10sall43
Jul 01, 2020
A great little camera with big potential!!
As just about the ONLY lens which comes with the "E" mount Sony cameras I think it does a great job. I wish it had been an f/2.8+ instead of the f/3.5+ zoom. With the "zoom" feature of the camera which could expand the tele portion of the lens it takes the place of a larger lens but still be able to be pocketable. It focuses quickly and with the 11frames per second can't miss a movement. At 24+mp it is able to further crop a picture if need be
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by mp.watchman
Dec 23, 2021
Sony E PZ 16–50mm f/3.5–5.6 OSS Zoom Lens
Very good lens if you don't expect premium quality for $ 100) Sharp enough, small and very light. In most cases, it will overlap the focal length range for city photography. Very good for vloggers and for working with gimbal due to its tiny weight and dimensions.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by bjecr
Dec 26, 2015
Lens cap not original
Received timely and in good condition but thought this was truly new and original. Since it arrived without Sony branded lens caps, I am thinking it may be a refurbished product. After removing the lens cover, I and my family found it impossible to put the cap back on and noticed the cap was missing the Sony branding. Hoping we experience only the best quality pictures with the lens.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
by catacau0
Feb 25, 2022
e-mount average lens
Bought this for a SONY A5000 Mirrorless Camera, and I love it! Its great value & appearance is as good as new. It focuses slower and you will see it if you would look at the flip screen, but it doesn’t annoy me.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned