{"product_id":"sony-a6500-18-105mm-f4-g-oss-3404988","title":"Sony A6500, 18-105mm f4 G OSS 3404988 - CM22290-022","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSony A6500, 18-105mm f4 G OSS 3404988 - CM22290-022\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sony A6500 with 18–105mm f\/4 G OSS is in excellent cosmetic condition with only faint handling wear found throughout; please see photos for visual reference. Cosmetically, this kit has been rated at a (9+) condition. The camera is in proper working order; the sensor is unmarked, the memory card slot reads and writes, and all functions operate as intended. The lens is in proper working order as well; autofocus is accurate, zoom and focus are smooth, and the glass is clean and clear with no haze, marks or fungus present. 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Quiet Autofocus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003elinear motor AF system\u003c\/strong\u003e offers fast, quiet, and accurate focusing — great for stills and video without disruptive noise. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eCompact, Weather‑Sealed Build\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eLightweight (~280 g) and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003edust\/moisture‑resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e, this lens is ideal for travel and everyday use, pairing perfectly with Sony’s mirrorless bodies without adding bulk. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003ePerfect for Hybrid Shooters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eIts smooth AF, compact size, and broad usability make it a favorite for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003ephoto + video creators\u003c\/strong\u003e, whether capturing city scenes or storytelling footage. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"instant-open\" aria-describedby=\"radix-_r_123_\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"327\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"177\"\u003eQ: What type of lens is the Sony FE 35mm f\/1.8?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"180\"\u003eA: It’s a \u003cstrong data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"215\"\u003efull-frame prime lens\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for Sony E-mount cameras, ideal for everyday photography, street, portraits, and low-light shooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"535\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"374\"\u003eQ: What is the aperture and focal length?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"377\"\u003eA: Features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"414\"\u003efast f\/1.8 aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"440\"\u003e35mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing shallow depth of field, excellent low-light performance, and natural perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"714\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"576\"\u003eQ: What image quality can I expect?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eA: Delivers \u003cstrong data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"622\"\u003esharp, high-contrast images\u003c\/strong\u003e with minimal distortion and chromatic aberration, edge-to-edge clarity, and smooth bokeh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"872\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eQ: Is it suitable for video recording?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eA: Yes. 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