FEATURES
High corner-to-corner resolution
This compact, easy-to-handle lens offers fine prime lens performance with high
corner-to-corner resolution. A precision optical design includes one ED
(Extra-low Dispersion) glass element to effectively minimise chromatic
aberration, while spherical aberration is tightly controlled for high overall
sharpness with smooth bokeh when required.
Beautiful bokeh enhances portraits
Spherical aberration is carefully optimised to achieve the best possible balance
between resolution and smooth, natural bokeh that can provide a perfect backdrop
for a wide range of subjects, while a 9-blade circular aperture contributes to
beautiful bokeh highlights. 85mm is often a photographer’s first choice for
people and portraits.
Mobile and manageable for active shooting
A compact, lightweight design that is ideally matched to the α7 series offers
a great blend of portability and high image quality for portraits, events, and
more. Even though the SEL85F18 features and advanced optical design add up to
impressive overall performance, its 371-gram (13.1 oz.) weight makes it a great
choice for active, on-the-go shooting.
Quiet, precise focus drive
A double linear motor actuator system directly drives the lens’s focus
mechanism without noisy intervening gears, for precision positioning and quiet
operation that are great for movies as well as stills.
**Quality build, versatile features **
A customisable focus hold button can be assigned to other functions such as Eye
AF, for example, while a wide, responsive focus ring offers improved manual
focus comfort and precision. A dust and moisture resistant design plus other
refinements add up to outstanding quality and photographic versatility.
Reliable in challenging conditions
A sealed dust and moisture resistant design2 provides extra protection and
ensures reliable operation in challenging environments. Shoot with confidence in
light rain or windy conditions.
Portrait-perfect sharpness and bokeh
There’s nothing like the sharpness and smooth bokeh of a well-designed
mid-range telephoto prime lens for portraiture, and the SEL85F18 is a standout
choice. It features a compact, lightweight design for mobility, with
high-performance optics and a large F1.8 maximum aperture that deliver
outstanding image quality. An excellent second lens for both full-frame and
APS-C camera users.
Fine prime-lens performance
ED glass for chromatic aberration compensation, a 9-blade circular aperture, and
carefully controlled spherical aberration contribute to superb sharpness and
smooth bokeh.
Mobile and manageable for active shooting
A compact, lightweight (371g, 13.1 oz.) design that is ideally matched to the
α7 series offers a great blend of portability and high image quality for
portraits, events, and more.
**Quiet, precise focus drive **
A double linear motor system directly drives the lens’s focus mechanism
without intervening gears for precise, quiet operation that is ideal for movies
as well as stills.
**Quality build, versatile features **
A customisable focus hold button, a wide and responsive focus ring, dust and
moisture resistant design1, and other refinements add up to outstanding quality
and versatility.
Lens Specifications
MOUNT
Sony E-mount
FORMAT
35mm full frame
FOCAL-LENGTH (MM)
85
FOCAL LENGTH (35MM) (APS-C)
127.5
LENS GROUPS / ELEMENTS
8–9
ANGLE OF VIEW (35MM)
29°
ANGLE OF VIEW (APS-C)
19°1
MAXIMUM APERTURE (F)
1.8
MINIMUM APERTURE (F)
22
APERTURE BLADES
9
CIRCULAR APERTURE
Yes
MINIMUM FOCUS DISTANCE
0.8m (2.63 ft)
MAXIMUM MAGNIFICATION RATIO (X)
0.13
FILTER DIAMETER (MM)
67
IMAGE STABILIZATION (STEADYSHOT)
- (body-integrated)
TELECONVERTER COMPATIBILITY (X1.4)
-
TELECONVERTER COMPATIBILITY (X2.0)
-
HOOD TYPE
Round shape, bayonet type
Size & Weight
DIMENSIONS (DIAMETER X LENGTH)
78 × 82 mm (3 1/8 × 3 1/4 in.)
WEIGHT
371g (13.1 oz.)