Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
What Buyers Say
Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens is widely praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and low-light performance. Users find it excellent for both photo and video, with many noting a noticeable upgrade over older models. A few Q&A entries raise concerns about internal movement when the lens is off or detached, but the majority of reviewers are extremely satisfied.
Pros
- Incredibly sharp images
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great for both photo and video
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Internal movement when lens is off or detached
- Uncertainty about long-term durability
- Loose internal part raises concern
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
| Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm | Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 150 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 150 mm | 135 mm |
| Elements | 5 | 16 |
| Groups | 4 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | Multicoated Optical Glass | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/5.6 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/5.6 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 1.04 kg | 0.33 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 1.50 m | 450 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.29x★ |
Pros & Cons
Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average optical (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average build (16th percentile)16th %ile
- 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
Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
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Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 21 specs.