Sony has just officially announced the Sony FE 35mm F1.8 lens for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras. It is a fast prime lens with 11 elements, one of which is aspherical, and the internal focus system is driven by a linear motor. The lens is made of both aluminum and composite materials and weighs in at just 280 grams (9.9 ounces). This new lens costs $748, available for Pre-Order at B&H/ Adorama/ Amazon.
Below are the detailed specifications:
| Principal specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lens type | Prime lens | |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF | |
| Focal length | 35 mm | |
| Image stabilization | No | |
| Lens mount | Sony FE | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F1.8 | |
| Minimum aperture | F22 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 11 | |
| Groups | 9 | |
| Special elements / coatings | 1 aspherical element | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.22 m (8.66″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.24× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Linear Motor | |
| Full time manual | Yes | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 280 g (0.62 lb) | |
| Diameter | 66 mm (2.6″) | |
| Length | 73 mm (2.87″) | |
| Materials | Aluminum, composite | |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Colour | Black | |
| Filter thread | 55 mm | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
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