Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm
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
Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm
The Sigma 105mm f/2.8 Macro Art lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and versatile macro-to-portrait performance. Many users highlight its solid build and value, though some note slow autofocus, noisy HSM motor, and occasional focusing issues in macro or low-contrast situations. A few mention compatibility quirks with IBIS and a warm color tone, but overall sentiment is strongly positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Versatile macro and portrait
- Solid build quality
- Good value for money
Cons
- Slow autofocus in macro
- Noisy HSM motor
- Focus hunting in low contrast
- IBIS compatibility issues
- Warm color tone
Scores
Specifications
| Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 105 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 135 mm | 105 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 17 |
| Groups | 12 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | — | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Canon EF |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.33 kg★ | 0.71 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Linear motor★ | HSM |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 305 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.29x | 1:1★ |
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 (81st percentile)81st %ile
Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 22 specs.
