Pentax DA Limited SMCP-DA 35mm f/2.8 HD Macro Limited 35mm
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
What Buyers Say
Pentax DA Limited SMCP-DA 35mm f/2.8 HD Macro Limited 35mm
The Pentax SMCP-DA 35mm f/2.8 HD Macro Limited Lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from users. Reviewers praise its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and versatile macro capabilities, making it a favorite for both close-up nature shots and general photography. Many highlight its solid build quality and compact design, with some noting it has become their go-to lens. A few mention the very close minimum focus distance requires good light for macro work, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Versatile macro capabilities
- Solid build quality
- Compact and lightweight design
Cons
- Very close minimum focus distance requires good light for macro
- Some users prefer manual focus for macro work
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
The Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS lens is widely praised as an excellent all-in-one travel and walkaround lens for APS-C E-mount cameras. Users consistently highlight its sharpness, compact size, light weight, and versatile 27-200mm equivalent zoom range. While many note it is not ideal for low light and some report significant vignetting at the wide end, the overall sentiment is very positive, with most considering it a great value kit lens upgrade.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Versatile 27-200mm equivalent zoom range
- Effective optical image stabilization
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Significant vignetting at 18mm wide end
- Not ideal for low light photography
- Variable aperture limits brightness at telephoto
- Some copies may have quality control issues
- Slight autofocus lag compared to premium lenses
Scores
Specifications
| Pentax DA Limited SMCP-DA 35mm f/2.8 HD Macro Limited 35mm | Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | macro | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 135 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 16 |
| Groups | 8 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0 | 1★ |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | HD coating, SP Protect coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Pentax K | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.21 kg★ | 0.33 kg |
| Filter Thread | 49 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 140 mm★ | 450 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:1★ | 0.29x |
Pros & Cons
Pentax DA Limited SMCP-DA 35mm f/2.8 HD Macro Limited 35mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong macro (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average bokeh (23rd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.