The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G and the Samsung D-Xenon 16-45mm F4 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Samsung D-Xenon 16-45mm F4 weighs 365g, 17% (75g) lighter than the Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G's weight of 440g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G and the Samsung D-Xenon 16-45mm F4 have the same Filter thread size of 67mm.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Samsung D-Xenon 16-45mm F4 has the Pentax KAF2 lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and , and for the Pentax KAF2 Mount.
Focal Range
Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G has a focal range of 24-50mm and
2.1X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
36 - 75mm.
On the other hand, the Samsung D-Xenon 16-45mm F4 has a focal range of 16-45mm and 2.8X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 24-67.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
