Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM vs Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM and Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF.
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Product |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
| Name | Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM | Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
| Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
| SKU | SAL18135 | SAL135F28 |
Release Date and Price |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
| Release Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Release Date | 2012-06-17 | 2006-06-05 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 348 USD | 0 USD |
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Lens Type |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
| Lens Type | Superzoom | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
| Mount | Sony A | Sony A |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes |
Note. See below for further informationNo Manual focus only |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | N/ANo |
| Motor Type | Micro-type ultrasonic | N/A |
| Focus Method | Extends | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 45 cm | 87 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,25 | 0,25 |
Aperture |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
| Maximum Aperture |
F3,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 18 mm F5,6 at 135 mm Variable Aperture |
F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | 9 |
Optics |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
| Construction | 14 elements / 11 groups | 8 elements / 6 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 2 aspheric elements, 1 extra-low dispersion glass element | No information |
Focal Length |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
| Focal Length | 18-135 mm | 135 mm |
| Zoom Range | 117 mm | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Length | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Weight | 398 gr | 730 gr |
Other |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 135mm F2.8 (T4.5) STF |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | SH0008 | N/A |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | Manual focus only |