Samsung S 16-50mm f/2-2.8 ED OIS Lens Review

Samsung S 16-50mm f/2-2.8 ED OIS Verdict

On paper, this is a very interesting lens from Samsung, and it doesn't get any less interesting when it's performance is scrutinised either, which may be of concern to those looking to spend over £1000 on this lens. Sharpness is excellent in the centre at fast apertures from the wide end of the zoom, but unfortunately there is a noticeable drop off in sharpness at 50mm. Levels of chromatic aberrations are high enough to be a cause of concern for some, especially at 16mm and f/2. The large size of this lens may also be counter intuitive to some, who have invested in the Samsung NX system to save size and weight.

Even with a few concerns about how this lens performs and handles, it is still capable of delivering excellent quality images. It is well built and carries a price in line with other similar high end lenses. Some people will absolutely love it, but I doubt anyone will really truly hate it.


	The Samsung S 16-50mm f/2-2.8 ED OIS lens is capable of delivering excellent quality images and is well built.

Samsung S 16-50mm f/2-2.8 ED OIS Pros

Excellent sharpness in the centre at maximum aperture between 16mm and 28mm

Excellent sharpness when stopped down

Very good build quality

Fast silent autofocus

Effective stabiliser

Low distortion

Samsung S 16-50mm f/2-2.8 ED OIS Cons

May be too bulky for the most compact NX system cameras

CA levels on the high side

Drop in sharpness at 50mm compared to the rest of the zoom range

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