Sony SEL18135 APS-C E-Mount Zoom Lens, 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS

There is no doubt that the new Sony E 18-135 mm lens occupies a worthy place among those that can be considered as general-purpose companions/travelers. Designed for APS-C format cameras and seen here with the Sony Alpha A6500 body, it provides a full-format "35mm equivalent" similar to the 28-200mm super lenses that paved the way back when we were using film. To be precise, 27-202.5 mm. But can such a lens provide the performance needed for modern sensors? Let's take a closer look and find out.

Lightweight, compact zoom lens with high magnification; With a wide zoom range from 18mm wide-angle to 135mm telephoto, the versatile lens covers a wide range of objects and situations. It is compact and lightweight, which allows you to maximize the benefits of the APS-C E-mount mount, as well as fast, accurate and quiet autofocus, making it an excellent single-lens solution for everyday shooting.

7.5x zoom in a compact and lightweight lens
This lens weighs only 325g (11.5 oz), its diameter does not exceed 67.2mm, and its length is 88 mm. In the telephoto range, the focal length is 202.5mm (equivalent to 35mm format), which provides sufficient reach for general photography, as well as landscapes, wildlife, portraits and more.

High resolution from corner to corner
; The new optical design, which includes a single aspherical element, provides consistently high resolution from the center of the image to the edges over the entire zoom range, and two ED glass elements (with ultra-low dispersion) effectively suppress chromatic aberration.Built-in optical image stabilization makes it easier to shoot with your hands without blurring.

Close-ups with beautiful background bokeh
; The minimum focusing distance is only 0.45m (1.48ft) (maximum magnification 0.29x), making it easy to capture close-ups of sweets, flowers, and wildlife by combining clear objects in focus with beautiful bokeh backgrounds. The bokeh quality is improved by the round aperture.

Fast, accurate and silent autofocus is ideal for photo and video shooting; A precision linear motor drives the lens' autofocus system, providing fast, accurate, and quiet operation that is ideal for both video and still photography.