Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM vs Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM and Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS.
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Product |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS |
| Name | Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM | Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS |
| Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
| SKU | SAL18135 | SEL18135 |
Release Date and Price |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS |
| Release Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Release Date | 2012-06-17 | 2018-01-05 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 348 USD | 648 USD |
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Lens Type |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS |
| Lens Type | Superzoom | Superzoom |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS |
| Mount | Sony A | Sony E |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | Yes |
Focus |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Micro-type ultrasonic | Linear Motor |
| Focus Method | Extends | Extends |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 45 cm | 45 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,25 | 0,29 |
Aperture |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS |
| 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 |
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 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | 7 |
Optics |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS |
| Construction | 14 elements / 11 groups | 16 elements / 12 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 2 aspheric elements, 1 extra-low dispersion glass element | 1 aspherical + 2 ED elements |
Focal Length |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS |
| Focal Length | 18-135 mm | 18-135 mm |
| Zoom Range | 117 mm | 117 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
OSS (Optical SteadyShot) |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 76 mm | 67 mm |
| Length | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Weight | 398 gr | 325 gr |
Other |
Sony DT 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 62 mm | 55 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | SH0008 | ALC-SH153 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |