Probably the single most versatile lens on the market. It’s pricey but if you want the best, this is it. I absolutely love it.

My favorite of two so far, the other is Model: SEL1635GM

The optical performance of this lens is very good. I've used two copies, one a rental and the other purchased. Lens hood attachment not as robust as the Canon. Mounting on body is stiff on my new version. Zoom ring movement (force needed to zoom) varies a lot in the two I've used.... Read More  Hide

Owned it for 14 months and it needs repair the front lens barrel is loose when the lens is extended, not a terrible amoumt of use over its life should not have loosend other than that i really like it