Sony SEL18135
Canon EF-S 2044B002 55-250mm
What Buyers Say
Sony SEL18135
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
Canon EF-S 2044B002 55-250mm
This refurbished lens consistently impresses buyers with its like-new condition and sharp image quality. Users appreciate the value for money, especially for wildlife and sports photography on crop-sensor cameras. The fast shipping and included accessories add to the positive experience, though some note the plastic mount and packaging could be improved.
Pros
- Like-new condition
- Sharp image quality
- Great value for money
- Effective image stabilization
- Fast shipping
Cons
- Plastic mount
- Packaging could be better
- Not for Canon (some models)
Scores
Specifications
| Sony SEL18135 | Canon EF-S 2044B002 55-250mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 55 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 135 mm | 250 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 12 |
| Groups | 12 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | 4.0-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Canon EF-S |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.33 kg★ | 0.57 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Linear motor★ | — |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm★ | — |
| Max Magnification | 0.29x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony SEL18135
- 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
Canon EF-S 2044B002 55-250mm
- Strong versatility (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong aperture (70th percentile)
- Below average macro (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average build (20th percentile)20th %ile
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 20 specs.