Sony 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS APS-C E-Mount Zoom Lens

I bought this for my Sony a6400 camera which I bought with the kit 16-50 mm Sony lens. From a picture-taking point of view, this lens is more versatile, easier to use, and takes equal or better pictures. Versatile: It can capture closer/bigger images in macro mode and the zoom range offers just that extra nudge that I wanted. I’ve been mainly using it for hiking, where I’m using it to capture small flowers, critters, landscapes and a fossil or two. Easier: This lens doesn’t need to power open like my 16-50 lens does when I turn the camera on making it quieter (and lighter on the battery) to use. The zoom and focus rings feel great in my hand and the switch to put the lens in manual focus is convenient. Cons: This lens is heavier and more obtrusive than the 16-50. It’s not a big deal in my pack but the heft is noticeable when I hike with the camera on my neck. Additionally, I feel the weight when shooting. By obtrusive, I mean that the size makes some people/subjects uneasy — there’s no mistaking that they are the subject of the image. The 16-50 is more discrete. That said, the silent and instantaneous power up does let me quietly raise the camera when I see a shot. I am happy to have both lenses. This one for when I’m all about taking pictures. Though it’s my go-to for now, I’ll probably use the 16-50 for travel, parties, and when I’m out with others hoping to get a few snapshots.

Now, I have a ASPC crop sensor so I bite the bullet on utilizing wide angle lenses. But this 18-135 does the trick! It's not crazy wide, and not crazy zoom for f3-5. Serves me well and an essential to my gear for sure!

Ja, mit A6700 sehr gute Bilder gemacht.

As a single lens for travel, this is amazing, covering a wide range of focal lengths, while producing great images

This is my 2nd copy having sold my 1st one when I sold my A6400. This lens is SHARP and it's the perfect travel lens. No regrets buying this. Great size too.