12-19-2013, 01:15 PM
I have both these lenses. Both can do the job. The 16-50 does distort and vignette heavily, and quality-wise you'd better off with your 18-55 + 16/2.8.
The main reason for owning 16-50 is its compactness; if you need a lens of such size/weight, get it and learn to live with the restrictions. By the way, it's sharp and capable of "3D-look".
The main reason for owning 16-50 is its compactness; if you need a lens of such size/weight, get it and learn to live with the restrictions. By the way, it's sharp and capable of "3D-look".