Is the sony e 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 oss worth buying used?

Yes, I'd buy this one used. It's the kit zoom that came with the early NEX bodies, so there are plenty about, and lenses hold up well. As buying used says, good gear is one of the best ways to save money. It's slow at the long end (f/3.5-5.6), so it's no low-light lens, but it's stabilised and autofocuses, which is what most beginners need.

It fits a lot of Sony E bodies. For APS-C, try the Sony a6000 or the Sony a6400. If you want full frame, the Sony a7 III takes it in APS-C crop mode.

Check the zoom and focus carefully when you buy it. If you're also buying a used body, budget for a new battery.

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