Best Sony Budget Lenses Under £800 in 2026

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Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS

96 Budget Score
18-135mmf/3.5Sony EIS
Why we recommend this

The 18-135mm focal length spans a 7.5x zoom range (27-202.5mm full-frame equivalent) and combines Optical SteadyShot stabilization with 1 aspherical and 2 ED glass elements for sharp, shake-free images. A 7-blade circular aperture renders smooth bokeh, and the compact, lightweight build makes it a practical single-lens travel solution. This lens suits Sony APS-C shooters who prioritize a versatile, stabilized zoom for everyday stills and handheld video over close-up macro work.

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Price £428
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Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS lens

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Sony FE 24-240mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS

74.5 Budget Score
24-240mm22-40Sony EISWeather Sealed
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A 24-240mm f/3.5-6.3 zoom range with built-in Optical SteadyShot stabilization provides a 10x all-in-one reach in a weather-sealed, 780g body. The linear motor autofocus is fast and silent, while the circular aperture creates pleasing bokeh for portraiture and close-up depth. It’s best for travel and landscape photographers who need a single, stabilized lens to cover wide vistas through telephoto details without swapping glass.

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Sony FE 24-240mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS lens
Price £679
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Sony G SEL40F25G 40mm

50.4 Budget Score
40mmf/22Sony EWeather Sealed
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Combining a 40mm focal length with a featherlight 173g build, this full-frame prime delivers G-series sharpness through three aspherical elements and one ED element. Its dust and moisture-resistant construction and de-clickable aperture ring offer tactile, professional-grade control in a package small enough for any bag. This lens is best for travel and street photographers who prioritize a discreet, all-day carry with a natural field of view.

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Sony G SEL40F25G 40mm lens
Price £726
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