Used Sony 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS E-Mount NEX Camera Lens

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2025-05-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Travelling companion lens

Very well built lens that has stood the test of time.

Sivps

2025-02-09T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Faulty from new

When fitted to my A6700 the image was almost black. After a few minutes went bright but no auto focus or manual focus, and image blurred. I bought the camera as a camera and lens kit so was surprised it came ads an import and had to send the whole kit back to Asia for repair and could not get Sony to cover in the UK, not impressed. Nervous how reliable Sony products are.

Bob128

2024-12-14T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Very good lens for APS-C

A small lens which packs a punch. Generally very good pictures and of course the OSS greatly assists. Small amount of distortion but generally pretty good.

Ricardo21

2024-12-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sony 18-135mm lens.

New lens works well in current weather conditions. Look forward to Spring and Summer.

Crabbit70

2024-09-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great utility lens

I'm a beginner and this was an option with an a6700. I find the lens is perfect for me, as it has a decent zoom but can use it for the wider angles while I learn more about how to improve the quality of my shots. The lens itself is not heavy at all but feels sturdy.

brfc1995

2024-08-18T20:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Good quality lens but bad vignetting

You should not buy this lens if you are concerned about applying lens corrections to your photographs. At the wide end of 18mm a RAW file will show significant vignetting, not just at the maximum aperture of f3.5 but also throughout the aperture range to at least f22. The vignetting is visible right up to a focal length of around 22mm. The Adobe lens correction profile removes most but not all of the vignetting at 18mm but restricts the effective field of view to that of a 22mm lens. My other lenses consist of the 16-50mm kit lens supplied with the A6600 and the 70-350mm f4.5-6.3 G OSS super telephoto for wildlife. I had found both lenses to be very satisfactory although the kit lens does have a small amount of vignetting at 16mm, easily dealt with by the lens profile corrections available in Lightroom and automatically applied in camera for JPG's. I bought the 18-135mm to provide greater versatility in use for landscape and architectural photography but also for its capability to replace the weight of the 70-350mm at the shorter end of its range. Initially I attributed the vignetting to the lens hood, particularly as the top right and bottom right black corners of a DNG image were much bigger than those in the other 2 corners. Sadly - that does not seem to be the case as the vignetting is just as severe with the lens hood removed. It appears that this lens does not cover the full width of the sensor of the A6600. Enabling Adobe's lens profile at 18mm is insufficient to remove the vignetting completely and even then results in restriction of the image to approximately 22mm. More extensive but simplistic testing has shown that the vignetting is significant until the focal length reaches at least 23mm and the extent of the vignetting is virtually identical at all apertures. Subjectively the lens definition of the 18-135 does seem to be marginally better than that of the 16-50 at the wide end and significantly so at 50mm. The asymmetry of the vignetting seemed to be consistent with poor assembly of the particular example of the lens but this has been effectively dismissed by Sony Customer Service personnel by their total lack of comment on my experience. I was disappointed that, having documented my experience in detail including sending 9 images with the vignetting clearly visible, I received no comment at all other than the issue of a refund authorisation with instructions for the lens return procedure. This confirms to me that Sony are FULLY AWARE OF THE FAULT in the lens, that it is universal to all specimens and that they have no interest in making improvements. However, somewhat reluctantly I have decided to retain the lens and to rely on Adobe lens corrections to obtain acceptable images as I cannot find an alternative make of E-mount lens as a substitute.

RonLG

2024-06-18T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This lens is the best

This lens is so versatile! It's clear, sharp, fast. It's usually the only one I take on most vacations. It's perfect for cities, wide angle to some telephoto

JulieV

2024-03-21T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Versatile lens

I like this lens a lot, the only problem in the minimum aperture, its not fast enough. But the lens is very good for the price.

Paul 5.

2024-01-24T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

E 18-135mm lens

Got this lens as part of a kit with A6400. Overall really impressed with sharpness and size and portability of this lens. For a kit lens it is really impressive.

Jra6400

2023-09-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great all round lens

This is a great all round lens. I have been using it now for a couple of months. Sharp focus in all scenarios. No hesitation recommending it

Greybob

2023-09-09T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Mr

Recently bought this lens after purchasing the A6700 camera (also fantastic!) as a travel lens for this camera. Have to say it is wonderful, very light quick focus and great image quality

gfcphotography

2023-08-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great all-rounder

I bought this nearly a year ago for a holiday of a lifetime when I didn't want to be changing lenses. I missed the wide end of my Sony 16-70 a little, but since most scenics were shot at around 20mm it wasn't a problem. I also appreciated the 135mm long end. This lens spends most of its time on my camera body as it is used more than other lenses and if I am going out I will often take the camera with this attached rather than risk missing a shot. The image quality is very acceptable.

Walker 1.

2023-08-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sony lens 18/135

Sony 18mm to 135mm really nice lens feels quality takes great photos & good price

Electrical m.

2023-08-09T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great value and quality

Purchased 3 weeks ago still working progress on what best shots I can get ,what I have taken so far very good

PDHH

2023-07-29T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Sony 18-135 Nice size and quality lens

Bought this to replace my 16-50 kit lens. It has much more reach (not massive) and is much better in picture quality than the standard 16-50 kit lens.

Stevemezza3

2023-07-19T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

SEL 18-135 Everyday lense

Bought this as an upgrade to the kit lense on my a6400. I know it's still a kit lens but it seems much better quality. It produces nice images with a lot more reach on the zoom for more scope in shooting on your day out.

Stevemezza2

2022-11-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A fantastic lightweight lens

Had this lens for only a couple of weeks but I amlready really impressed with the quality and detail of the photos taken with it

whydoesitkeepsayingnickna

2022-08-18T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sony E18-135mm Zoom

Great Sony Zoom lens with 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS. The build quality is very good as you would expect from Sony, and technically it ticks all the boxes, especially with the fast quiet Auto focus and optical steady shot stabilization.

S1000

2022-04-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I love this lens

I decided to get this lens as an addition to the 16-50mm lens included with my A6400. I find this lens an excellent 'walkaround' lens and only swap to another for specific reasons. I have taken sharply focussed photographs, being able to zoom very quickly. The size and light weight mean that it feels superb when attached as the camera feels well balanced and I have good grip. I did look at several reviews before buying and I almost bought the 18-105mm but the 18-135mm has that extra reach which suits my needs better and I don't feel I'll miss the PZ feature. I have not noticed a loss of focus while zooming. All controls feel smooth and there's no play / backlash. This lens feels really solidly built and that gives me confidence to maintain it's use as my first choice. I have no regrets in picking this lens.

Ricky70

2022-04-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I love this lens

I decided to get this lens as an addition to the 16-50mm lens included with my A6400. I find this lens an excellent 'walkaround' lens and only swap to another for specific reasons. I have taken sharply focussed photographs, being able to zoom very quickly. The size and light weight mean that it feels superb when attached as the camera feels well balanced and I have good grip. I did look at several reviews before buying and I almost bought the 18-105mm but the 18-135mm has that extra reach which suits my needs better and I don't feel I'll miss the PZ feature. I have not noticed a loss of focus while zooming. All controls feel smooth and there's no play / backlash. This lens feels really solidly built and that gives me confidence to maintain it's use as my first choice. I have no regrets in picking this lens.

Sorcim

2022-04-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I love this lens

I decided to get this lens as an addition to the 16-50mm lens included with my A6400. I find this lens an excellent 'walkaround' lens and only swap to another for specific reasons. I have taken sharply focussed photographs, being able to zoom very quickly. The size and light weight mean that it feels superb when attached as the camera feels well balanced and I have good grip. I did look at several reviews before buying and I almost bought the 18-105mm but the 18-135mm has that extra reach which suits my needs better and I don't feel I'll miss the PZ feature. I have not noticed a loss of focus while zooming. All controls feel smooth and there's no play / backlash. This lens feels really solidly built and that gives me confidence to maintain it's use as my first choice. I have no regrets in picking this lens.

Zhushi

2022-02-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sharp through out the range

This is a super lens producing outstanding results on the Sony A6500 body.

Vivid47

2022-02-15T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great lens

I brought this lens a couple of years ago and found it quite useful with the wide angle and zoom facilities.

Williare

2021-12-27T12:51:56

Rated 5 out of 5

Light and sharp

This is a very fast lens. The focusing is fast and pictures are tack sharp. The lens is light weight and well built.

TROY M.

2021-12-16T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

All-round lens

Just handy for everyday use instead of using a small and telephoto lenses

612CS

2021-12-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Lovely lens

I chose this as the kit lens for my new A6600, great choice, I?ve been using Sony since 2001 and have many lens, I usually use an 18-250 on my A77 and was worried I would miss that zoom length, but so far using this lens which is really good, I?ve realised that 18-135 is the range I usually work within, only occasionally using the full 250. I?m really impressed with this set up A6600 with 18-135 perfect choice

Shoestring53

2021-11-29T04:16:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice utility lens

As advertised, a great utilitarian lens

James N.

2021-11-19T13:06:03

Rated 5 out of 5

I Love It !

Super excellent lens.

WILLIAM T.

2021-10-14T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A great travel lens

This lens covers an effective range of 27 to 202 mm which I have found more than sufficient for travel as I can do close-ups of flowers or capture fine details and also do portraits, wildlife, landscapes and architecture. Focusing seems fast and very precise. It?s a lens that can be used for videography as well as photography. I do wish it included the focus hold button as I find that a useful feature to have.

Travelman

2021-10-03T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

New purchase - first time proper digital camera!

Early days yet with the A6600 and SE18135 - fantastic starting bundle - but I am still exploring the functions - lots to learn.

Elyadh

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Sony 18-135mm OSS E-Mount Specifications

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General

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  • Brand

    Sony

  • Lens Series

    None

  • Color

    Black

  • Lens Type

    Wide Angle to Telephoto Zoom

  • Lens Mount

    Sony E (APS-C)

  • Format Compatibility

    APS-C

  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Closest Focus Distance

    1.48' / 45 cm

  • Focal Length

    18-135mm

  • Angle Of View

    76 - 12 degree

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    27-202.5mm

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/3.5-5.6

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/22 - 36

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.29x

  • Filter Size

    55mm

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    16 Elements / 12 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    7, Rounded

  • Dimensions Diameter x Length

    2.75 x 3.50" (67.2 x 88mm)

  • Weight

    11.50 oz / 325 g

Features

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  • Image Stabilization

    OSS

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About Sony 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS E-Mount NEX Camera Lens

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Love it love it, excellent lens

By James0923

I took these picture at the Japanese garden in Van nuys CA. I used my Sony A7RIII with the Sony 18-135mm

Great Lens!

By g302337

I bought this lens yesterday and couldn't wait to try it out. The lens performs as advertised. Clear, crisp photos even when zoomed all the way in. Low light is another story but I knew that going in. The ability to manually switch between Auto and Manual focus was a big selling point for me (the 18-105mm E Mount didn't have this feature). The lens is extremely light and focusing is smooth. Highly recommend.

Lightweight, Compact, High-magnification zoom lens

With broad zoom range extending from 18mm wide-angle to 135mm telephoto, the versatile lens covers a wide range of subjects and situations. It features compact, lightweight portability that maximizes the APS-C format E-mount advantage, as well as fast, precise, quiet AF operation that make it an excellent one-lens solution for day-to-day shooting.

Lightweight

7.5x zoom in a compact, lightweight lens

This lens weighs in at a mere 11.5oz (325g), and is no larger than 67.2mm in diameter and 88mm in length. At the telephoto end of the zoom range the focal length is 202.5mm (35mm format equivalent), providing ample reach for general shooting as well as landscapes, wildlife, portraits, and more.

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High corner-to-corner resolution

A new optical design that includes one aspherical element contributes to consistently high resolution from the image center right out to the edges throughout the zoom range, while two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements effectively suppress chromatic aberration. Built-in optical image stabilization makes it easier to shoot blur-free images handheld.

High corner-to-corner resolution

Close-ups with beautiful background bokeh

Minimum focusing distance is just 0.45 m (1.48 ft) (0.29x max. magnification), making it easy to shoot close-ups of sweets, flowers, and wildlife that combine sharp in-focus subjects with beautiful background bokeh. Bokeh quality is enhanced by a circular aperture design.

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Fast, precise, quiet AF is ideal for stills and movies

A precision linear motor powers the lens's AF system, for fast, precise, quiet operation that is ideally suited for movies as well as stills.

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Let the E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens for Sony E elevate your photography to new heights. This high-quality, versatile lens is designed specifically for Sony's popular APS-C sensor cameras, including models a6500, a6300, and a6000. With its innovative design, this lens is an indispensable tool for a broad spectrum of photography genres, from everyday snapshots to professional portraiture, breathtaking landscapes, captivating nature scenes, and immersive travel photography.

The lens boasts a flexible 18-135mm focal length and an aperture range of F3.5-F5.6, providing you with the adaptability to capture stunning images in a variety of settings. Its compact and lightweight design, measuring a mere 2.75 x 3.5 inches and weighing just 11.5 oz, makes it an ideal companion for photographers on the go.

Experience the power of its high magnification 7.5x optical zoom that covers a wide-ranging focal length of 18-135mm on APS-C or 27-202.5mm in 35mm equivalent focal length. This all-in-one zoom lens ensures sharp, high-quality images across the entire zoom range, thanks to its advanced design featuring one aspherical lens and two extra-low dispersion glass elements that effectively minimize aberrations.

The E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens also excels in producing close-up images with pleasing 'bokeh' or background defocus, courtesy of its maximum magnification ratio of 0.29x and minimum focus distance of 1.48ft. Its built-in Optical SteadyShot stabilization supports handheld shooting, enabling you to capture sharp, blur-free images even in challenging lighting conditions.

Additionally, this lens offers fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance due to its linear motor, making it a perfect match for the high-speed shooting and impressive video capabilities of Sony's mirrorless cameras. Choose the E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens for Sony E for a reliable, durable, and versatile photography experience.

Sony 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS E-Mount NEX Camera Lens Features

  • A versatile 7.5x high magnification zoom APS-C lens featuring an 18-135mm / 27-202.5mm (35mm equivalent) focal length, F3.5-5.6 aperture range and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization can cover a broad spectrum of subjects and situations, including scenery, portraits, nature, and general day-to-day photography
  • An aspherical element helps suppress aberrations, achieving impressively high resolution, sharpness and contrast even at maximum aperture and ultra-wide angles while reducing the total number of elements required in the lens, thus reducing overall size and weight.
  • Two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements control chromatic aberration for excellent sharpness from image center to periphery. ED glass elements correct for axial chromatic aberration and chromatic aberration, which affect resolution and bokeh, while leaving precisely rendered edges with no fringing or unnatural coloration.
  • When changing your aperture to defocus the background, light sources appear blurred. This 'bokeh' effect of the blurred background is enhanced with the 7-blade circular aperture used in this lens.
  • Optical SteadyShot image stabilization keeps your image stable even when your hands aren't. By compensating for the minor hand motions that can cause blurring and distortion, Optical SteadyShot ensures brilliant photographic results - even at high magnification.
  • An advanced linear motor powers the lens's AF system, with outstanding, precise and quiet operation that is ideally suited for movies, as well as stills. Easily achieve accurate focus, even with moving subjects.
  • Class-leading close-up performance with a minimum focusing distance of 1.48 ft. and 0.29x maximum magnification is ideal for portraits, telephoto, macro, and more.
  • Instantly switch between auto and manual focus via an AF/MF switch on the side of the lens. This makes operation faster and easier as you let the camera and lens focus for you; or, decide to take control and manually focus on the precise point you chose.