Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm
What Buyers Say
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
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm
This 35mm f/1.8 lens is widely praised for its sharpness, fast and quiet autofocus, and lightweight build, making it a versatile choice for both photo and video work. Users highlight its excellent value, especially when bundled with Lumix bodies, and its ability to produce clean images in low light. However, one verified review warns of extreme distortion when used with the Ronin 4D gimbal, which may be a dealbreaker for videographers relying on straight lines.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Lightweight and compact build
- Excellent value for money
- Great low-light performance
Cons
- Extreme distortion with Ronin 4D
- Requires lens profile for raw correction
Scores
Specifications
| Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 135 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 11 |
| Groups | 12 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | — | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | L-Mount |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.33 kg | 0.29 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Linear motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 240 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.29x | 1:4.55★ |
Pros & Cons
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 (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong optical (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong macro (78th percentile)
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (24th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 21 specs.
