Questions about the optical performance of the Sony 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 lens (SEL18200LE)

Sgt_Strider wrote:

I think I've read that at the telephoto range, there is a bit of softness especially at 200mm. Were these observations made with handheld performance? What I want to know is whether the lens produce sharp results from 18mm to 200mm when mounted on a tripod? Will 150mm to 200mm produce adequately sharp results when mounted on a tripod?

Thanks!