Product Comparison: Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G vs Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS


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Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Zoom Lens
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Camera Lens
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General Specifications
Brand
Sony
Sony
Model
E 16-55mm F2.8 G
E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
A compact, large-aperture APS-C standard zoom for users who want a small, lightweight system that provides advanced control as well as outstanding image quality.
Get the solution to all your shooting needs with this one versatile lens. A true all-rounder, its zoom range is ideal for: sports, scenery/landscape, portraits, wildlife, telephoto, family, architecture and street photography.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Sony E
Sony E
Maximum Aperture
2.8 /f
3.5 /f
Minimum Focal Length
16 millimeters
18 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
55 millimeters
135 millimeters
Lens Type
Zoom
Zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Zoom Lens
  • The quality of the image is fantastic even in poor lighting.
  • The images are sharp even at f/2.8.
  • The quality of the photos this lens produces are really good across all zoom lengths and aperture stops.
  • The fixed aperture is great with the standard zoom.
  • The focal length is great for most situations and the lens is sharp throughout its range.
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Camera Lens
  • This lens has performed very well. It is sharp throughout its zoom range and aperture.
  • Surprisingly good in low light despite the slow aperture.
  • Love this lens. It's surprisingly sharp given its zoom range.
  • The zoom length is very versatile and the sharpness is very good at all focal lengths.
  • The focal length is ideal.
Size & Weight
Height
2.87 in.
2.64 in.
Width
2.87 in.
2.64 in.
Depth
3.94 in.
3.46 in.
Weight
17.5 oz.
11.5 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Zoom Lens
  • Great lens. Very compact.
  • Great size for my a6600!
  • This is a superb lens. Compact, and razor sharp.
  • Excellent weight for such a compact lens.
  • An excellent lens that has a nice weight on my camera.
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Camera Lens
  • Love the size and versatility.
  • It’s lightweight, and high quality.
  • Size and weight are ok allowing me to keep this lens on the camera pretty much all the time.
  • I like the size and weight of the lens.
  • Good size and decent weights that does not adds too much bulk.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
13.08 in.
17.7 in.
Field Of View
83° - 29°
76° - 12°
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
No
Yes
What customers say about "Imaging"
Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Zoom Lens
  • The focus system is very quick and responsive.
  • The focus by wire system is plenty smooth and the zoom ring feels firm but also smooth.
  • Colors and sharpness are both incredible.
  • Autofocus is fast, very fast, almost instant most of the time.
  • The lack of OSS is annoying at times.
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Camera Lens
  • Good image quality, quick focus in good light.
  • It fits nicely into my hand, and has super smooth zoom and focus action.
  • Autofocus and stabilisers work as they should.
  • Sufficiently fast and accurate focusing.
  • An excellent lens with excellent stabilization.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Sony
Sony
Sensor Type Compatibility
DX-format
DX-format
Lens Groups and Elements
17 elements in 12 groups
16 elements in 12 groups
Number of Aperture Blades
9
7
Filter Diameter
67 millimeters
55 millimeters
Extras
AA (advanced aspherical), Nano AR Coating, ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass, XD Linear Motor, Fluorine Coating
ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass, Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, Circular aperture
What customers say about "Features"
Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Zoom Lens
  • Super sharp lens. Good focal length for always on my camera.
  • Excellent end to end sharpness and very little chromatic aberration.
  • Very sharp with excellent color rendition.
  • Build quality is good. Fast and accurate focus.
  • Extremely sturdy and well built.
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Camera Lens
  • The colors are crisp, the detail superb, and it's super easy to use.
  • This lens is perfect for the novice travel photographer that is looking for convenience!
  • The lens is worked out to the smallest detail.
  • Excellent lens quality.
  • There are quite a few nice features about this lens.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Manual
Download
Download
MSRP
1399.99 $
649.99 $

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