Lens Details
Sony
E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS
$599~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: December 20, 2013
Highlights
- APS-C 18-105mm f/4 zoom for Sony E, a flexible walkaround choice.
- An optical formula of 17 elements in 12 groups helps control aberrations and flare.
- Optical stabilization for sharper handheld shots, and it is relatively compact at 427g.
Who it's for
The Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS is an 18-105mm f/4 zoom lens — a standard zoom option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Everyday, travel and events — a versatile 18-105mm walkaround range.
- ✓Handheld stills and video — optical stabilisation smooths shake.
Keep in mind
- !Aperture tops out at f/4 — less low-light headroom and background blur than faster lenses.
18-105mm
Focal Length
f/4
Max Aperture
APS-C
Coverage
○
Stabilized
427g
Weight
72mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 18-105mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 17 |
| Optical Groups | 12 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | APS-C |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 76° – 15° |
| 35mm Equivalent | 27-158mm |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 45 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.25x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | Yes |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $599 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 72mm |
| Diameter | 78mm |
| Length | 110mm |
| Weight | 427g (15.1 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
