Product Comparison: Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS vs Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G OSS


General Specifications
Brand
Sony
Sony
Model
E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS
E PZ 18-105mm F4 G OSS
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
Get the solution to all your shooting needs with this one versatile lens. A true all-rounder, its zoom range is ideal for: sports, scenery/landscape, portraits, wildlife, telephoto, family, architecture and street photography.
This G Lens for E-mount cameras delivers stunning still or movie imagery with the flexibility of 6X power zoom. Maximum aperture is a constant F4 from 18 mm wide angle to 105 mm medium telephoto, with high resolution and contrast throughout.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Sony E
Sony E
Maximum Aperture
3.5 /f
4 /f
Minimum Focal Length
18 millimeters
18 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
135 millimeters
105 millimeters
Lens Type
Zoom
Zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Camera Lens
  • This lens has performed very well. It is sharp throughout its zoom range and aperture.
  • Surprisingly good in low light despite the slow aperture.
  • Love this lens. It's surprisingly sharp given its zoom range.
  • The zoom length is very versatile and the sharpness is very good at all focal lengths.
  • The focal length is ideal.
Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G OSS Power Zoom Lens
  • Constant f/4 aperture. Really smooth bokeh.
  • Very useful zoom range.
  • This lens fit my needs with its OSS and good range of focal length.
  • Super-sharp with a very convenient focal length range.
  • The glass quality is gorgeous and the consistent f/4 throughout the entire focal range of the lens is so incredible invaluable when shooting video.
Size & Weight
Height
2.64 in.
3.1 in.
Width
2.64 in.
3.1 in.
Depth
3.46 in.
4.3 in.
Weight
11.5 oz.
15.1 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Camera Lens
  • Love the size and versatility.
  • It’s lightweight, and high quality.
  • Size and weight are ok allowing me to keep this lens on the camera pretty much all the time.
  • I like the size and weight of the lens.
  • Good size and decent weights that does not adds too much bulk.
Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G OSS Power Zoom Lens
  • Very good image quality. Good weight.
  • Great size, weight, and range.
  • Great sharp lens, and lightweight.
  • Good lens. Smooth zoom. Great looks and reasonable weight.
  • The weight is ok, but size is a bit too long.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
17.7 in.
17.7 in.
Field Of View
76° - 12°
76° - 15°
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Imaging"
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Camera Lens
  • Good image quality, quick focus in good light.
  • It fits nicely into my hand, and has super smooth zoom and focus action.
  • Autofocus and stabilisers work as they should.
  • Sufficiently fast and accurate focusing.
  • An excellent lens with excellent stabilization.
Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G OSS Power Zoom Lens
  • Silent focusing and image stabilisation.
  • The focus motor is very snappy and literally silent.
  • The OSS is like magic on my a6300.
  • Focus is sharp and fast. Great all round lens.
  • It's a fantastic all-around lens with excellent focus, crisp images, and great bokeh.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Sony
Sony
Sensor Type Compatibility
DX-format
DX-format
Lens Groups and Elements
16 elements in 12 groups
16 elements in 12 groups
Number of Aperture Blades
7
7
Filter Diameter
55 millimeters
72 millimeters
Extras
ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass, Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, Circular aperture
ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass, Handycam technology, Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, Circular aperture
What customers say about "Features"
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Camera Lens
  • The colors are crisp, the detail superb, and it's super easy to use.
  • This lens is perfect for the novice travel photographer that is looking for convenience!
  • The lens is worked out to the smallest detail.
  • Excellent lens quality.
  • There are quite a few nice features about this lens.
Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G OSS Power Zoom Lens
  • The build quality on the lens is great.
  • Overall image quality is decent.
  • Fantastic lens, very good quality.
  • Brilliant lens for video work. Has a fantastic focal length range.
  • If you own a Sony e-mount APS-c camera, this is one of the best lens values available.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
MSRP
649.99 $
649.99 $
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