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product_id: 34664664
title: "16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Alpha E-Mount Retractable Zoom Lens (Bulk Packaging)"
brand: "sony"
price: "R9652"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
category: "Sony"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/34664664-16-50mm-f-3-5-5-6-oss-alpha-e
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Optical SteadyShot stabilization compact retractable design 24-75mm versatile zoom 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Alpha E-Mount Retractable Zoom Lens (Bulk Packaging)

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** R9652
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Elevate your everyday shots with pro-level versatility in a pocket-sized package!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Alpha E-Mount Retractable Zoom Lens (Bulk Packaging) by sony
- **How much does it cost?** R9652 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/34664664-16-50mm-f-3-5-5-6-oss-alpha-e)

## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smooth Operator:** Built-in Power Zoom and Optical SteadyShot deliver buttery smooth video and shake-free shots, even on the move.
- • **Close & Personal:** Internal focusing lets you get as close as 9.8 inches to your subject—perfect for detailed close-ups and creative shots.
- • **Zoom with Freedom:** Capture everything from sweeping landscapes to intimate portraits with a flexible 24-75mm equivalent range.
- • **Pocket-Sized Power:** Slim, retractable design means your pro-level lens fits effortlessly into your daily carry—travel light, shoot heavy.
- • **Crystal-Clear Optics:** ED glass and aspherical elements minimize distortion and chromatic aberration for razor-sharp images.

## Overview

The Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Alpha E-Mount Retractable Zoom Lens is a lightweight, compact zoom lens designed for Sony APS-C mirrorless cameras. Offering a versatile 24-75mm equivalent focal range, it features advanced optics including one ED glass and four aspherical elements for sharp, clear images. Its retractable design enhances portability, while built-in Power Zoom and Optical SteadyShot stabilization ensure smooth video and steady photos. With a close minimum focus distance of 9.8 inches, it’s ideal for both everyday photography and creative close-ups.

## Description

The Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens is a compact, lightweight zoom designed specifically for Sony's APS-C E-mount mirrorless cameras. Offering a versatile 24-75mm equivalent focal range, it’s perfect for wide-angle landscapes, tight portraits, and general everyday shooting. Its retractable design keeps your camera setup sleek and easy to carry, making it an excellent travel companion. Optically, this lens is engineered for clarity and quality. One extra-low dispersion (ED) element reduces color fringing and chromatic aberrations, while four aspherical elements minimize distortion and maintain sharpness across the frame. A rounded seven-blade diaphragm provides smooth, attractive bokeh when working with shallow depth of field. The built-in Power Zoom mechanism offers smooth, controlled zooming via an on-lens switch or compatible camera body controls—ideal for video use. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization reduces blur from hand shake, especially in low-light conditions or at longer focal lengths. Combined with internal focusing and a close minimum focus distance of just 9.8", this lens ensures fast autofocus performance and close-up versatility in a small, easy-to-use package.

Review: Wasn't convinced this was a real Sony lens because of price, it is and if you need it, buy this one - I banged my old sony lens just a little and it went crooked and wouldn't work. Looked up the repair videos and after seeing all the screws and cables that had to come out so you can glue the tiny plastic bit back decided I'd sell it to someone more talented than me and I'd just buy a new one. Saw several prices on desertcart, this one "plain box" was the most reasonable. It shipped with prime with free returns, so I risked nothing. Its a legit Sony lens and works perfectly. Not sure desertcart should be throwing a boxed lens into a padded bag when they ship me memory cards in cardboard boxes, but aside a slightly bent box it arrived and worked. The lens is what it is, not top of the line, but for what I need my A6300 to do it is perfect
Review: Game-changing lens for travel photography! - I own a Sony A7III body and a Sony 24-105mm lens which I use for work and love dearly, but lugging the whole thing around when travelling is pretty heavy and inconvenient, so I wind up leaving my camera at home whenver I go out. This made me feel pretty guilty 'cause beside shooting for work, I recently started a travel blog and want to have my camera with me everywhere to catch all the good moments. Before heading out for a 3-week road trip from SF to Seattle, I decided to get this lens. Couldn't have been happier with this decision! My camera and I are now inseparable. Photo quality is definitely not as great as my work lens, but for the travel blog, it's perfectly nice and crisp and very fast. Sometimes I wouldn't even feel it dangling off my side because of how light weight it is. I shoot out of the car's window on the highway a lot and the auto focus is super reliable. I'm 100% happy with it all and all!

## Features

- Versatile Zoom Range: Covers a 24-75mm equivalent focal length, ideal for landscapes, portraits, and everyday photography.
- Compact & Retractable: Slim, lightweight design with a retractable mechanism for easy storage and portability.
- Sharp, Clear Optics: Features one ED glass element and four aspherical elements for reduced chromatic aberration and distortion.
- Smooth Video Performance: Built-in Power Zoom and Optical SteadyShot stabilization deliver fluid zooming and shake-free footage.
- Close-Up Capability: Internal focusing allows a minimum focus distance of 9.8", great for capturing detail in close subjects.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01LOVWG8C |
| Batteries | 1 9V batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #683 in SLR Camera Lenses |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,190) |
| Date First Available | September 8, 2016 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 4 ounces |
| Item model number | FBA_SELP1650BP |
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Product Dimensions | 8 x 6 x 4 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sony
- **Camera Lens Description:** 16-50mm lens
- **Compatible Mountings:** Sony E
- **Focal Length Description:** sony 16-50 selp lens
- **Lens Type:** Wide Angle

## Images

![16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Alpha E-Mount Retractable Zoom Lens (Bulk Packaging) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61YAssvRtxL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wasn't convinced this was a real Sony lens because of price, it is and if you need it, buy this one
*by B***T on January 21, 2021*

I banged my old sony lens just a little and it went crooked and wouldn't work. Looked up the repair videos and after seeing all the screws and cables that had to come out so you can glue the tiny plastic bit back decided I'd sell it to someone more talented than me and I'd just buy a new one. Saw several prices on amazon, this one "plain box" was the most reasonable. It shipped with prime with free returns, so I risked nothing. Its a legit Sony lens and works perfectly. Not sure Amazon should be throwing a boxed lens into a padded bag when they ship me memory cards in cardboard boxes, but aside a slightly bent box it arrived and worked. The lens is what it is, not top of the line, but for what I need my A6300 to do it is perfect

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Game-changing lens for travel photography!
*by N***O on June 4, 2019*

I own a Sony A7III body and a Sony 24-105mm lens which I use for work and love dearly, but lugging the whole thing around when travelling is pretty heavy and inconvenient, so I wind up leaving my camera at home whenver I go out. This made me feel pretty guilty 'cause beside shooting for work, I recently started a travel blog and want to have my camera with me everywhere to catch all the good moments. Before heading out for a 3-week road trip from SF to Seattle, I decided to get this lens. Couldn't have been happier with this decision! My camera and I are now inseparable. Photo quality is definitely not as great as my work lens, but for the travel blog, it's perfectly nice and crisp and very fast. Sometimes I wouldn't even feel it dangling off my side because of how light weight it is. I shoot out of the car's window on the highway a lot and the auto focus is super reliable. I'm 100% happy with it all and all!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Compact, lightweight, versatile lens for snapshots and travel.
*by D***2 on November 7, 2019*

I purchased this lens to complement my Sony a6400. Because I had a larger zoom and a 35mm fixed lens, and I wanted a small, lightweight all-purpose lens for "snapshots" while traveling. The lens arrived in new condition and in two business days. I'm currently on vacation and it has worked beautifully for all my outdoor and indoor, when well lit, pix. It performs just as expected, and I love how compact the whole setup turned out. Autofocus is finger-snapping fast, which I've found with all my Sony OSS lenses. Worth every penny.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Alpha E-Mount Retractable Zoom Lens (Bulk Packaging)
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*Last updated: 2026-02-27*