- E-mount lens format (Sony NEX)
- 10 elements in 8 groups, 3 aspherical
- 76 to 109 degree angle of view
- apertures from f/4 to f/22, 7-blade rounded diaphragm
- OSS image stabilization
- 10" (.25m) minimum focus, autofocus, manual focus override, internal focus, 1:10 maximum magnification
- 62mm filter size, ALC-SH123 petal lens hood included
- 2.5" x 2.8" (63.5 x 70mm) long and diameter (retracted)
- 8 ounces (250g)
- available in black
- Model number SEL1018, US$850 suggested retail price
- Announced September 12, 2012, shipped November 2012
Note: Equivalent to a 15-28mm lens, this is a wide angle zoom that opens up an entirely new range for Sony. The lens is relatively compact for its focal range.
Mini Review: This is an excellent wide angle zoom lens with very few flaws. As such, it belongs in every A5xxx and A6xxx user's bag. Recommended (2014 to 2020)