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Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS Zoom Lens
The Sony E PZ 18-105mm F/4 G OSS Zoom Lens is a versatile power zoom for APS-C format E-mount mirrorless cameras, which leverages a versatile zoom range for video and stills photography and includes Optical SteadyShot.
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We Love
- Versatile zoom range with a constant f/4 aperture simplifies equalises settings across the full range
- Power zoom and smooth focus transitions are perfect for photo and video content creation
- Optical SteadyShot helps to render sharp handheld images and fluid video when handholding
- Fingertip zoom lever control allows for precise and intuitive framing with simple power zoom functionality
- Renders G Lens quality with sharp results across the frame, along with beautiful bokeh and natural rendering

Sony E PZ 18-105mm F/4 G OSS Zoom Lens Summary
The Sony E PZ 18-105mm F/4 G OSS Zoom Lens is a versatile power zoom lens for APS-C format Sony E-mount cameras, which offers a versatile 6x zoom range with outstanding G Lens optical quality. This compact zoom provides a full-frame equivalent of 27-157.5mm, and caters to both stills and video creators who need a robust, all-in-one zoom for a variety of subjects.
With a constant f/4 maximum aperture throughout the entire range, you can reframe and zoom without affecting your exposure settings. Optical performance is very high across the frame, and is supported by an optical design which includes two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and three aspherical elements for better sharpness, contrast and natural rendering.
This PZ Sony E lens incorporates smooth, quiet zoom technology, which is inherited from Sony’s professional Handycam range, which is ideal for content creators who need a combination of versatile zoom power zooming with a fixed aperture and consistent performance.
It also offers built-in Optical SteadyShot stabilisation, fingertip zoom control, and a sturdy design that enhances usability for moviemaking primarily, but also photography. Whether you capture landscapes, portraits, events, or video content, this 18-105mm F/4 G Lens is a great option for smooth zooming and consistent results.
Sony E PZ 18-105mm F/4 G OSS Key Features
- G Lens standard zoom for photography and video
- 6x powered zoom range (27–157.5mm equivalent)
- Constant f/4 maximum aperture across the zoom range
- 7-blade circular aperture for attractive background bokeh
- Two ED glass elements and three aspherical elements
- Smooth, quiet zoom technology ideal for video
- Fingertip zoom speed control via lever and ring
- Built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation
- Consistent lens length during zooming and focusing
- 427g lightweight design with a 72mm front filter thread
Sony E PZ 18-105mm F/4 G OSS Zoom Lens in More Detail
Flexible 6x Zoom Range
Covering 18-105mm, this versatile lens meets the needs of a wide range of photography and video projects, from wide-angle landscapes to medium telephoto portraits, with smooth power zoom operation built-in.
Constant f/4 Aperture
A bright f/4 maximum aperture is maintained across the zoom range, providing stable exposure when zooming and helping to create shallow depth-of-field effects at all focal lengths.
G Lens Optical Quality
Featuring two ED glass elements and three aspherical elements, the optical design delivers high-resolution images with excellent contrast and minimal chromatic aberration, ensuring true-to-life rendering.
Smooth Power Zoom for Video
Adopting technology from Sony’s Handycam camcorders, this lens delivers smooth, quiet and precisely controlled zooming and focusing, making it highly suited to professional video production.
Optical SteadyShot Stabilisation
Integrated Optical SteadyShot compensates for hand movements, enabling sharper stills and smoother video, even when shooting handheld or in low-light conditions.
Easy, Stable Handling
The lens retains a consistent length during zooming and focusing, improving balance and usability, particularly when mounted on a gimbal or handheld rig.
What’s in the box
- Sony E PZ 18-105mm F/4 G OSS Zoom Lens
Offers: N/A |
Offer Category: Camera Lenses |
Offer Product Type: Sony Lenses E Mount |
Autofocus: Yes |
Aperture ring: N/A |
Constant Aperture: Yes |
Lens CIPA Image stabilization rating: N/A |
Colour: N/A |
Diameter (mm): 78 |
Length (mm): 110 |
Weight (g): 482 |
Distance scale: N/A |
DoF scale: N/A |
Elements: 16 |
Environmental Sealing: N/A |
Focus distance limiter: N/A |
Focal length: 18 - 105 mm |
Focus method: N/A |
Filter Thread: N/A |
Full time manual: Yes |
Groups: 10 |
Hood supplied: Yes |
Lens Image stabilization: Yes |
Lens mount: N/A |
Lens Materials: N/A |
Maximum focal length: 105 |
Maximum magnification: 0.11 |
Maximum aperture (number): 4 |
Maximum aperture (text): N/A |
Max Format size: N/A |
Minimum focal length: 18 |
Lens Minimum focus distance (m): 0.45 |
Minimum aperture (number): 22 |
Minimum aperture (text): N/A |
Motor type: N/A |
Number of diaphragm blades: N/A |
Power zoom: Yes |
Special elements / coatings: Two ED glass elements, three aspherical elements |
Tripod collar: N/A |
Lens type: N/A |
Wide/Tele: N/A |
Lens Level: N/A |
Best For: N/A |
Best For Holiday and Landscape: Yes |
Best For Interior and Architecture: N/A |
Best For Fashion and Portrait: Yes |
Best For Macro and Still Life: Yes |
Best For Astro: N/A |
Best For Street: Yes |
Best For Wildlife and Sport: N/A |
Zoom lock: N/A |
Zoom method: N/A |
Notes: N/A |
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Our Verdict
This lens is an all round wonder. With features such as a lever and ring to control focusing it is suited to both videographers and film makers, as well as still photographers. On an APS-C it offers a focal range of 27-157.5mm, so it is perfect for travel, especially when paired with a lightweight body such as the a6300.
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!