Sony SEL18135
KOMQI 2184
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
KOMQI 2184
The Nikon 24mm f/1.4G ED is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful color and contrast, and immersive wide-angle perspective. Users note it is a significant upgrade over other wide lenses, though some mention slight softness at f/1.4 and vignetting that requires correction. Overall, it is considered a top-tier lens worth the investment for landscape, street, and interior photography.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful color and contrast
- Immersive wide-angle perspective
- Great for landscapes and interiors
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Slight softness at f/1.4
- Vignetting at wide apertures
- High price point
- Softness at f/11
Scores
Specifications
| Sony SEL18135 | KOMQI 2184 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 135 mm | 24 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 12 |
| Groups | 12 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | — | Nano Crystal Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.33 kg★ | 0.62 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Linear motor★ | AF-S |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 250 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.29x | 1:6.67★ |
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
KOMQI 2184
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (78th percentile)
- Below average social proof (21st percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony SEL18135 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
