Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS

Ultra-wide zoom for Sony APS-C mirrorless cameras

Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS
79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 15
Price 15
Usability 17
Brand Sony
Model SEL1018

Key Features

OPTICAL DESIGN 10 elements in 8 groups with Super ED and aspherical elements
APERTURE Constant f/4 maximum aperture throughout zoom range
STABILIZATION Optical SteadyShot (OSS) for handheld stability
AUTOFOCUS Internal focusing system for smooth, quiet AF
COMPATIBILITY Designed for Sony E-mount APS-C sensor cameras
MINIMUM FOCUS 0.25m (0.82 ft) minimum focusing distance
DIAPHRAGM 7-blade circular aperture for smooth bokeh
FILTER THREAD 62mm front filter thread
SIZE Compact and lightweight design for travel
CONSTRUCTION High-quality metal barrel construction
ZOOM TYPE Internal zoom mechanism
COATING Multi-coated elements to reduce flare and ghosting
MOUNT Sony E-mount

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Electronic focus ring
Zoom Ring ✓ Present Mechanical zoom ring
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present OSS integrated
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

How-to Use Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 10-18mm
Aperture Range f/4 - f/22
Lens Elements 10 elements in 8 groups
Minimum Focus 0.25m
Max Magnification 0.1x
Diaphragm Blades 7 (circular)
Filter Size 62mm
Stabilization Optical SteadyShot (OSS)
Focus Motor Stepping Motor
Weight 225g
Dimensions 70 x 63.5 mm