Sony finally completes its full-frame compatible line of lenses with a long-time overdue FE 35mm F/1.8. This lightweight and fast lens is a perfect alternative to the Distagon T* FE 35 mm F1.4 ZA. Let’s take a closer look at it. Sony FE 35mm F/1.8 Characteristics Rumors are over, the Sony FE 35mm F/1.8 (codenamed SEL35F18F) is finally out! This lens is compatible with all Sony full-frame cameras and is one of the lightest 35mm available on the market, at just 280g. It is also very compact; the lens has a diameter of 65,6mm and is only 73mm long. Image credit: Sony The lens features one aspherical element to reduce/suppress spherical aberrations and further reduce distortion. The lens design consists of 11 elements in 9 groups. Also, it has a 9-blade circular aperture to provide a smooth and pleasing bokeh. Finally, the minimum focus distance is 22cm, and the front diameter is 55mm. Image credit: Sony Sony FE 35mm F/1.8 Features The Sony FE 35mm F/1.8 is dust and moisture resistant, making it the perfect everyday lens. On the side of the lens barrel, there is a customizable focus hold button and a focus mode switch. You can program the focus hold button to nearly every function you want via the internal menu of your camera. When in manual focus mode, you have access to the Linear Response MF. It means that when you turn the focus ring, focus changes linearly, so you have more control over it and a more...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 10 July, 2019