18–200mm · f/3.5–6.3
The Sony DT 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 is a superzoom for APS-C cameras, offering a versatile 27-300mm equivalent range. Optically, it delivers sharp images only at f/8-f/11 and 35-70mm, with significant corner softness at wide apertures and strong diffraction beyond f/16. Chromatic aberration is well-controlled between 35-100mm. Build is lightweight at 405g with a 62mm filter thread. DXOMark scores are modest (sharpness 10 P-Mpix, transmission 5.6 TStop). It suits travelers prioritizing convenience over peak optical quality.