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Sony E 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens

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The Sony E 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (SEL1855) is a reliable and versatile standard zoom lens designed for Sony E-mount APS-C mirrorless cameras. Covering a practical focal range equivalent to 27–82.5mm, it’s ideal for a wide variety of shooting scenarios including landscapes, portraits, travel, and everyday photography.

Built for convenience and portability, this lens combines a compact design with solid optical performance, delivering sharp images with good colour and contrast. Whether you're capturing wide-angle scenes or zooming in for more detailed shots, it offers flexibility without the need to change lenses.

Equipped with Optical SteadyShot (OSS) image stabilisation, the lens helps reduce camera shake, allowing for sharper handheld photos and smoother video recording—especially useful in low-light conditions. The autofocus system is smooth and reliable, making it suitable for both stills and video, while manual focus is also available for more precise control.

Lightweight and easy to use, the Sony 18-55mm OSS is a great all-round lens for beginners and enthusiasts alike, offering dependable performance across a wide range of shooting situations.

Key Features
✅ Versatile 18-55mm Zoom Range

Covering wide-angle to short telephoto, this lens is perfect for everything from landscapes and street photography to portraits and everyday shooting, making it an excellent all-in-one option.

✅ Optical SteadyShot (OSS) Stabilisation

Built-in stabilisation helps reduce blur caused by camera shake, enabling sharper handheld images and smoother video footage, particularly in low-light conditions.

✅ Autofocus & Manual Focus

Enjoy flexible focusing with smooth autofocus for everyday use and the option for manual focus when precision is required. Ideal for both photography and video applications.

✅ Compact & Lightweight Design

Designed for portability, this lens is easy to carry and perfectly balanced on Sony APS-C mirrorless cameras, making it ideal for travel and daily use.

✅ Reliable Image Quality

Delivers sharp, well-balanced images with good contrast and natural colour reproduction across the zoom range, suitable for a wide range of subjects.

✅ Perfect Everyday Lens

A great choice for beginners and enthusiasts looking for a dependable, easy-to-use lens that covers most shooting situations without complexity.

Product Specifications
Mount: Sony E-mount (APS-C)
Focal Length: 18–55mm (27–82.5mm equivalent)
Maximum Aperture: f/3.5–5.6
Autofocus: Yes
Manual Focus: Yes
Image Stabilisation: Yes (OSS)
Lens Type: Standard zoom

Specifications

Lens · Lens Type
Standard Zoom Lens
Lens · Mount Type
Sony E-mount
Lens · Aperture Blades
7
Lens · Maximum Aperture
f/3.5-5.6
Lens · Minimum Aperture
f/22-36
Lens · Lens Construction
9 Elements in 8 Groups
Lens · Focal Length Range
18-55mm
General · Brand
Sony
General · Angle of View
76° - 29° (APS-C)
General · Compatibility
Sony E-mount cameras with APS-C sensors
General · Aspherical Elements
1
General · Image Stabilization
Optical SteadyShot (OSS)
General · Maximum Magnification
0.3x
Focus System · Minimum Focus Distance
0.25 m
Physical Specs · Weight
194 g
Physical Specs · Dimensions
62.5 x 60 mm
Creative Features · Model
SEL1855
Creative Features · Filter Diameter
49 mm

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