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Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS

FOCAL 18-135mmAPERTURE f/3.5-5.6WEIGHT 325gFILTER 55mm
Everyday & travelStabilised
New ≈£549
Used at MPB*£274–384
Find it used at MPB ↗All lenses

Overview

The Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS is a aps-c 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom lens for the Sony E / FE mount. It weighs about 325g and takes 55mm filters, with built-in stabilisation.

It's a strong choice for everyday & travel. A standard zoom covering wide to short telephoto (about 24–105mm equivalent).

In our database it fits 8 camera bodies natively, 17 more in crop mode. Approximate new price is £549; used at MPB it sells for £274–384 depending on condition and mount (checked 5 November 2026).

Specifications

BrandSony
MountsSony E / FE (First-party)
CoverageAPS-C
Focal length18-135mm
Equivalent on APS-C (×1.5)27-203mm
Maximum aperturef/3.5-5.6
FocusAutofocus
StabilisationOptical
Weather sealingNo
Weight≈325 g
Filter thread55 mm
Approx. new price£549
Used at MPB (Sony E / FE)£274–384

Compatible camera bodies

8 native · 17 crop mode

Sony Alpha A67002023 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £1,089 Sony Alpha A64002019 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £464 Sony ZV-E102021 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £444 Sony ZV-E10 II2024 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £734 Sony FX302022 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £1,269 Sony Alpha A66002019 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · new ≈— Sony Alpha A61002019 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £439 Sony Alpha A65002016 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £369 Sony Alpha A1 II2024 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £4,519 Sony Alpha A9 III2023 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £2,999 Sony Alpha A7R V2022 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,859 Sony Alpha A7S III2020 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,789 Sony Alpha A7 IV2021 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,059 Sony Alpha A7C II2023 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,409 Sony Alpha A7 V2025 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £2,039 Sony Alpha A7 III2018 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £339 Sony Alpha A7R III2017 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £674 Sony Alpha A7R IV2019 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £999 Sony Alpha A7C2020 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £894 Sony Alpha A12021 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £2,439 Sony Alpha A9 II2019 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,189 Sony Alpha A92017 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £654 Sony Alpha A7C R2023 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,559 Sony ZV-E12023 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,339 Sony FX32021 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £2,479

Alternatives to compare

Pentax HD DA 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR16-85mm · f/3.5-5.6 · 488g · K≈£549 new · used from £294
Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary18-50mm · f/2.8 · 290g · E, X, RF, L≈£499 new · used from £329
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary23mm · f/1.4 · 340g · E, X, RF, L≈£499 new · used from £389
Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD18-400mm · f/3.5-6.3 · 710g · EF, F≈£599 new · used from £199

Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

MPB ↗UsedOnline used specialist with condition grading and a 12-month warranty. Prices on this site are MPB snapshots.Wex Photo Video ↗New & usedOne of the largest UK photo retailers: official UK stock, a big used department and trade-ins.Park Cameras ↗New & usedSpecialist with stores in West Sussex and London; official UK stock.London Camera Exchange ↗New & usedHigh-street chain across UK towns: inspect used gear in person.Clifton Cameras ↗NewAuthorised UK dealer for Canon, Sony, Nikon and more, with UK warranties.Cotswold Cameras ↗New · grey importCheaper parallel imports. No UK manufacturer warranty; store-backed guarantee instead.

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras is the Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS compatible with?

It's available for Sony E / FE. Native bodies here include Sony Alpha A6700, Sony Alpha A6400, Sony ZV-E10, Sony ZV-E10 II, Sony FX30, Sony Alpha A6600.

Is the Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS weather sealed?

No, it has no weather sealing; protect it in rain.

Does the Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS have image stabilisation?

Yes, it has optical stabilisation, which helps on bodies without IBIS.

What is the Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS best for?

Everyday & travel. A standard zoom covering wide to short telephoto (about 24–105mm equivalent).