The AF performance is pretty good for a contrast detection system (albeit highly dependent on the base camera). AF operations are basically noiseless. Manual focusing works "by wire" so the focus ring is not directly coupled to the focus gears but to the AF motor.

The Sony DT 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom Lens ($219.99 direct) is the standard zoom lens that is bundled with Sony D-SLR cameras . In that context it's not that bad of a lens-you're either paying nothing for it, or a $100 premium over a body-only price-but on its own there aren't any compelling reasons to...

Lightweight; Internal focus motor

Soft images; Distortion; Rotating front element.

This 3x zoom lens is the one normally bundled as part of a kit with Sony NEX cameras. As a result, it's normally pretty cheap to pick up separately, costing only ￡140. For that you get a compact lens with optical stabilisation. In this review, we'll take a look at how it performs.

The lens was advertised as new. It was received in a tattered box. There was no rear lens cap. There were two large scratches on the barrel. All of this says it was a used lens. I am returning the lens. I checked the return address and it belongs to a ramshackle building in Brooklyn, NY.

This is an A-mount DT lens (DSLR APS-C format), quite different from the somewhat inferior E-mount variety with built-in IS. IS-lenses will probably, regardless of manufacturer, tend to have a negative effect on image quality!

Quite decent performance; very inexpensive as a kit lens

non really at this price point

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Overall, I like this lens. It is well built with a nice, machined type feel to it's metal surface. It zooms in and out smoothly and accurately. Seems to take nice photos with sharp, accurate colors.

Machined Alloy Feel.

Plenty of barrel distortion and pincushioning at each end of lens

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Easy to Use; Good in Low Light; Great Resolution; Great Zoom

Gary Wolstenholme reviews the Sony E 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS standard kit lens for Sony E mount cameras.

Excellent sharpness in the centre of the frame throughout the zoom range; Good build quality; Lightweight; Effective optical stabilisation; Low distortion

Sharpness toward the edges of the frame at 18mm

My lens arrived as stated by the supplier. I found the lens to do all as claimed by Sony. However I ordered a "NEW" lens. I did not receive a new lens. No manufacturers packaging. Rear lens cap missing and a substitute cannon cap. Which does not fit. Held in place with an elastic band.