Lens Comparison
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS vs Sony FE 35mm f/1.8
Key Differences
- Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 has a better min focus distance (22 cm vs 45 cm).
- Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/3.5).
- Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 has a better aperture blades (9 vs 7).
- Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 has a better length (73.7mm vs 88mm).
- Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 has a better weight (280g (9.9 oz) vs 325g (11.5 oz)).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 18-135mm | 35mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 16 | 10 |
| Optical Groups | 12 | 9 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 | f/1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | APS-C | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 27-203mm | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 45 cm | 22 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.29x | 0.24x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $699 | $749 |
| Filter Size | 55mm | 55mm |
| Diameter | 67.2mm | 73mm |
| Length | 88mm | 73.7mm |
| Weight | 325g (11.5 oz) | 280g (9.9 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
