Canon L-series RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM 24mm
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
What Buyers Say
Canon L-series RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM 24mm
The Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast and quiet autofocus, and impressive low-light performance, making it a top choice for astrophotography and landscape work. Users highlight its lightweight build and beautiful bokeh, though some note minor issues like barrel distortion at close range and the lack of built-in image stabilization. A few reviewers experienced autofocus problems with certain copies, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Lightweight and portable
- Beautiful bokeh
Cons
- Barrel distortion at close range
- No built-in image stabilization
- Autofocus issues on some copies
- Requires lens corrections for best results
- Expensive
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
| Canon L-series RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM 24mm | Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 24 mm | 135 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 16 |
| Groups | 10 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | Sub Wavelength Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.65 kg | 0.33 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM | Linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 239 mm★ | 450 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.17x | 0.29x★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon L-series RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM 24mm
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (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 (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Pricing
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS offers 3.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
