Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
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
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
This Olympus 45mm f/1.8 lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and compact size, making it a favorite for portraits and macro-like shots. Users highlight its lightweight design and excellent image quality, though some note the plastic build and lack of weather sealing. Overall, it is considered a fantastic value for Micro Four Thirds photographers.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Compact and lightweight
- Great for portraits
- Fast and quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No weather sealing
- Not compatible with full-frame cameras
- Price considered high by some
Scores
Specifications
| Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 45 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 135 mm | 45 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 9 |
| Groups | 12 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.33 kg | 0.12 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 37 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Linear motor★ | MSC |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm★ | 500 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.29x★ | 0.11x |
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 (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average bokeh (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average macro (32nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 20 specs.