The Sony E 18-50mm F4-5.6 is a variable maximum aperture standard zoom lens for the Sony E-mount, announced by Sony in March 2014. The lens was bundled with the Sony α3500 and sold exclusively in Australia, Mexico, Russia, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.[1]
| Maker | Sony |
|---|---|
| Lens mount(s) | Sony E-mount |
| Technical data | |
| Type | Zoom |
| Focal length | 18-50mm |
| Focal length (35mm equiv.) | 27-75mm |
| Image format | APS-C |
| Aperture (max/min) | f/4-5.6 |
| Features | |
| Manual focus override |  No |
| Weather-sealing | No |
| Lens-based stabilization | No |
| Aperture ring | No |
| Application | Multipurpose |
| Physical | |
| Filter diameter | 55mm |
| History | |
| Introduction | 2014 |
| Discontinuation | 2016 |
| Retail info | |
| MSRP | $376 USD |
The lens was discontinued by Sony in late 2016.
Build quality edit
The lens features a plastic exterior over plastic internals and a rubber focus ring, similar to that of the Sony FE 50mm F1.8 lens. It showcases recessed front lens element, focusing ring, and a matte black finish. The lens does not feature image stabilization.
See also edit
References edit
- ^ "Sony Australia releases a3500 with new kit lens". Archived from the original on 2017-08-01. Retrieved 2017-06-28.
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