Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens

Covering a practical wide-angle to medium telephoto spectrum, the Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS lens serves as a versatile 27-202.5mm equivalent zoom designed for APS-C-format E-mount mirrorless cameras. This all-encompassing lens is well-suited for diverse shooting scenarios, making it an excellent choice for travel photography. Additionally, its image stabilization feature effectively reduces the effects of camera shake, resulting in sharper images during handheld shooting.

Optical Design

The inclusion of two extra-low dispersion elements aids in minimizing color fringing and chromatic aberrations, thereby enhancing clarity and color fidelity. Additionally, one aspherical element is incorporated to manage distortion and decrease spherical aberrations, resulting in improved sharpness and precise image rendering. Furthermore, the rounded seven-blade diaphragm enhances the aesthetic quality of bokeh when utilizing selective focus methods.

Image Stabilization and Autofocus

Optical SteadyShot image stabilization significantly reduces the effects of camera shake, resulting in sharper images when capturing handheld shots at slower shutter speeds. This stabilization technology can also be integrated with certain cameras' sensor-shift image stabilization systems for enhanced control over camera blur. The linear autofocus motor ensures rapid and precise autofocus capabilities, facilitating accurate and silent focusing during video recording. A dedicated AF/MF switch allows for swift transitions between different focusing modes. With a minimum focusing distance of 1.5 feet and a maximum magnification of 0.29x, this system is well-suited for close-up photography.

Lightweight and Compact Design

This lens, designed for the E-mount APS-C format, is both compact and lightweight, weighing only 11.5 ounces (325 grams). Its optical design is specifically optimized for short flange focal distances, allowing it to be small and easy to handle independently, while also significantly decreasing the overall size, weight, and portability of the entire system.