Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
The Nikon 18-140mm lens is widely praised for its versatility, sharpness, and convenience as an all-in-one solution for everyday photography. Users appreciate its performance on various Nikon DX cameras, though some note it is a bit heavy and one refurbished unit arrived in poor condition. Overall, it delivers great value for both beginners and enthusiasts.
Pros
- Versatile all-in-one zoom range
- Sharp and crisp image quality
- Great for portraits, landscapes, and sports
- Convenient for everyday carry
- Good value for refurbished units
Cons
- Slightly heavy for some users
- Refurbished unit arrived dirty and dented
- Not VR II version (only VR)
- Filter size mismatch in some bundles
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
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR | Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 140 mm | 135 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 16 |
| Groups | 12 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.49 kg | 0.33 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor | Linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 450 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.23x | 0.29x★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong optical (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
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 (81st percentile)81st %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR offers 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
