E 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS
- 18-55mm
- f/3.5
- Zoom
- Stabilized
- 194 g
- Min focus 0.25 m
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Quick answer
The original APS-C kit zoom for Sony E-mount. It weighs about 194 g, has Optical SteadyShot and takes 49mm filters.
Pros
- Optical SteadyShot
- Light at 194 g
- Close focus of 0.25 m
- Compact kit zoom
Cons
- Slow aperture
- Plastic build
- Limited image quality
Verdict
A basic kit lens. It is fine to start, but replaceable.
About this lens
Sony E 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS: a standard zoom lens with a 18-55mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.5-5.6, made for Sony E mount cameras, with optical stabilization. A compact kit zoom for Sony APS-C E-mount cameras.
Sony E 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 18-55mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/3.5
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Released
- 2010
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.25 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.3x
- Filter thread
- 49 mm
- Weight
- 194 g
- Length
- 60 mm
- Diameter
- 62 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony E 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS?
- Beginner photography
- Casual travel
- Everyday use
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 27–83mm | 24.6–67.4° | 29.4–77.4° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Sony E 18-55mm OSS have stabilization?
Yes. Optical SteadyShot is built in, which helps handheld shots in dim light.
Is the E 18-55mm OSS a good first lens?
It covers wide to short telephoto in a light body and is fine for everyday use. Image quality and low-light performance are limited by the slow aperture.
How close can the E 18-55mm focus?
Minimum focus is 0.25 m, with a maximum magnification of 0.3x. That is close enough to place a foreground subject against a wide background.
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