Sony Wide Angle Zoom | Mirrorless Lenses Only | 18-105mm f4 G E PZ OSS Lens

AT A GLANCE

• E-Mount Lens/APS-C Format
• 27-157.5mm (35mm Equivalent)
• Aperture Range: f/4 to f/22
• Two ED & Three Aspherical Elements
• Power Zoom Lever; Handycam Technology
• Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilisation
• Seven-Blade Circular Diaphragm
• Filter Thread 72mm

DESCRIPTION

The Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS Lens is a wide-ranging zoom lens that provides a 35mm-equivalent focal length range of 27-158mm, covering wide-angle to telephoto perspectives. A constant f/4 maximum aperture offers consistent performance throughout the zoom range and is especially beneficial when working with greater zoom magnifications in low-light conditions. Also benefiting working in dim light or at the long end of the zoom range is Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation, which works to minimise the appearance of camera shake by up to four shutter speed steps.

The optical construction incorporates two extra-low dispersion elements and three aspherical elements to minimise distortion and chromatic aberrations while also contributing to sharper overall imagery with enhanced contrast and clarity. The internal zoom operation utilises Handycam technology and a floating axis design to help reduce noise during use and provide smooth, controlled zooming. A zoom lever is also integrated into the lens’ design for easier control over the speed of zooming with both variable and fixed-speed settings. Additionally, a separate manual focusing ring is available to provide versatile handling in regard to setting both the focus and zoom positions simultaneously.

• Zoom lens provides a 35mm-equivalent focal length range of 27-158mm, covering wide-angle to telephoto perspectives.
• Constant f/4 maximum aperture enables greater consistency throughout the zoom range and benefits working in dim conditions with longer focal lengths.
• Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation works to minimise the appearance of camera shake by up to four shutter speed steps to benefit shooting handheld in dim lighting and with greater zoom magnifications.
• Two extra-low dispersion elements and three aspherical elements helps to reduce chromatic aberrations and distortion throughout the zoom range while also contributing to overall image sharpness and clarity.
• Handycam technology is used, along with a floating axis design, to provide smooth, quiet zooming performance that is well-suited to movie recording.
• Internal zoom and focus design helps to maintain a constant lens length with a non-rotating front element to support use of polarizing filters.
• Zoom lever allows greater control over the speed of zoom using either variable or fixed-speed settings.
• Separate, dedicated focusing ring permits direct manipulation of focus and gives way to separate power zoom and manual focus controls for greater precision.

SPECIFICATIONS

Focal Length 18 – 105mm
Comparable 35mm Focal Length 27 – 157.5 mm
Aperture Maximum: f/4 Minimum: f/22
Camera Mount Type Sony (E Mount for NEX)
Format Compatibility APS-C
Angle of View 77.4° – 15.6°
Minimum Focus Distance 1.48′ (45 cm)
Magnification 0.11x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:9.1
Elements/Groups 16/12
Diaphragm Blades 7, Rounded
Image Stabilization Yes
Autofocus Yes
Filter Thread Front: 72 mm
Dimensions (DxL) Approx. 3.07 x 4.33″ (78 x 110 mm)
Weight 15.06 oz (427 g)

Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS Lens
• Front and Rear Lens Caps
• ALC-SH128 Lens Hood