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Zoom lens · Sony ZV-1 II

Sony 18-50mm f/1.8-4 (built-in)

18-50mm (27-75mm equiv) · f/1.8 · 0g

€599
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Focal range18-50mm (27-75mm equiv)
Max aperturef/1.8
TypeZoom lens
Weight0g
MountSony ZV-1 II

Performance scores

Travel88
Portrait74
Wildlife35
Sports40
Video92
Beginner90
Value95

Strengths

  • +Excellent for travel — lightweight and versatile
  • +Smooth rendering ideal for video work
  • +Beginner-friendly — easy to get great results
  • +Outstanding value for the price

Consider if

  • Not ideal for distant wildlife or sport
  • Slower to track fast-moving subjects

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€599
EU price
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Overall score
73
out of 100
Best for: travel & video
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