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Sony SEL85F18 85mm F/1.8 Prime Lens - Full Frame E-Mount

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Description

The Sony SEL85F18 is a premium 85mm F/1.8 prime lens designed for Sony E-Mount full-frame and APS-C cameras, delivering exceptional portrait performance at an accessible price point. Its wide F/1.8 maximum aperture enables stunning background defocusing effects, whilst the 9-blade circular aperture creates beautifully rendered round bokeh that isolates subjects with professional-quality separation. ED glass elements ensure corner-to-corner sharpness across the frame, making this lens ideal for both portraiture and telephoto work. The Double Linear motor system provides fast, quiet and precise autofocus performance, with a minimum focus distance of 2.63 feet (0.8 m) for creative close-range shooting. At 127.5mm equivalent focal length on APS-C cameras, this compact, lightweight design offers versatility without bulk. The dust and moisture resistant construction provides robust reliability for demanding shooting conditions, whilst customisable controls including a focus hold button and AF/MF switch give you complete command over your focusing workflow.

Key Features

Wide F/1.8 maximum aperture on the Sony SEL85F18 enables beautiful background defocusing and works excellently in low-light conditions.

9-blade circular aperture creates smooth, round bokeh bokeh balls that enhance portrait separation with professional aesthetic appeal.

ED glass element delivers corner-to-corner sharpness across the full frame with excellent optical correction throughout the focal field.

Double Linear motor system provides fast, quiet and precise autofocus performance with customisable focus hold button and AF/MF switch control.

Minimum focus distance of 2.63 feet (0.8 m) allows creative close-range shooting and detailed subject isolation on the SEL85F18.

Dust and moisture resistant design offers robust reliability for outdoor and challenging shooting environments.

127.5mm equivalent focal length on APS-C cameras extends the telephoto reach of this compact, lightweight prime lens.

Product Specifications

Brand
Sony
Colour
Black
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
30 March 2017
Listed Since
09 February 2017

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