Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 R
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
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 R
This M.Zuiko 40-150mm lens is widely praised for being lightweight and compact, delivering sharp images for its price point. Users are impressed with its value as a budget telephoto zoom for the Micro Four Thirds system, especially for outdoor daytime photography. A few note it struggles in low light and with fast-moving subjects, but most consider it a fantastic deal for hobbyists and travelers.
Pros
- Lightweight and compact design
- Sharp image quality for the price
- Excellent value for money
- Good for daytime outdoor photography
- Quiet and fast autofocus
Cons
- Struggles in low light
- Not suitable for fast-moving subjects
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Not weather sealed
- Tromboning zoom mechanism
Scores
Specifications
| Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 R | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 40 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 135 mm | 150 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 13 |
| Groups | 12 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.33 kg | 0.19 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Linear motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm★ | 900 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.29x | 1:6.25★ |
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 aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 R
- Strong versatility (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 R offers 2.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 20 specs.
