Sony SEL85F18 85mm F/1.8-22 Medium-Telephoto Fixed Prime Camera Lens - Black
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Sony SEL85F18 85mm F/1.8-22 Medium-Telephoto Fixed Prime Camera Lens – Black
The Sony SEL85F18 is a medium-telephoto prime lens designed for Sony E-mount cameras, offering a blend of sharpness, smooth bokeh, and portability. It's particularly well-suited for portrait photography and low-light conditions.
Key Features:
- Focal Length: 85mm (127.5mm equivalent on APS-C sensors)
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
- Minimum Aperture: f/22
- Lens Construction: 9 elements in 8 groups, including one Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass element to minimize chromatic aberration
- Aperture Blades: 9, contributing to a pleasing circular bokeh
- Minimum Focus Distance: 0.8 meters (2.63 feet)
- Maximum Magnification: 0.13x
- Filter Diameter: 67mm
- Dimensions: 78 mm diameter x 82 mm length
- Weight: 371 grams (13.1 ounces)
- Mount: Sony E-mount, compatible with both full-frame and APS-C format cameras
Performance Highlights:
- Optical Quality: The lens delivers high corner-to-corner resolution with minimal chromatic aberration, thanks to the inclusion of an ED glass element.
- Bokeh: The 9-blade circular aperture design ensures smooth and aesthetically pleasing bokeh, enhancing subject isolation.
- Autofocus: Equipped with a double linear motor system, the lens provides fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance, suitable for both stills and video recording.
- Build Quality: The lens features a compact and lightweight design, making it highly portable. It includes a programmable focus hold button and an AF/MF switch for enhanced control.
User Feedback:
Users have praised the SEL85F18 for its sharp image quality, effective background defocus, and overall value for money. Some have noted minor autofocus hunting in very low-light conditions and slight edge softening at the widest aperture, but these are generally considered minor shortcomings.
Conclusion:
The Sony SEL85F18 85mm F/1.8-22 Medium-Telephoto Fixed Prime Camera Lens is a versatile and high-performing lens, ideal for photographers seeking excellent portrait capabilities without the premium price tag of higher-end models. Its combination of sharp optics, fast aperture, and reliable autofocus makes it a valuable addition to any Sony E-mount camera system.
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