Why I Still Use the Sony 16-50 Kit Lens in 2025 (and You Should Too)

Do you think the Sony 16-50mm kit lens is useless? In this video, I show you why the Sony APSC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens is still a powerful tool for filmmakers, content creators, and beginner videographers in 2025. Whether you're shooting B-roll, vlogs, or cinematic footage, this budget lens can still deliver impressive results — if you know how to use it.

I’ll break down real-world footage, share tips for getting the most out of this kit lens, and explain why you don’t need expensive lenses to create stunning visuals with your Sony mirrorless camera.

🎬 Talking head shot on: Sony ZV E-10 + 16-50mm Kit Lens
🎥 B-roll shot on: Sony ZV-1

🎬 Great for: YouTube videos, filmmaking, travel, vlogging, b-roll

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
00:22 Disclaimer
00:27 Sharpness
00:51 Great autofocus
01:13 Macro capabilities
01:25 Zoom feature
01:48 Zoom rocker
02:26 OSS
02:58 Wide
03:24 Bokeh
03:53 Compact size
04:08 Lightweight
04:28 Cheap
04:48 The negatives
04:58 Odd filter thread size
05:27 Variable aperture
06:00 Bokeh
06:18 Low light capabilities
06:40 Material
06:53 Conclusion
07:34 Learn more!


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