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Sony - 35mm f/1.8 Prime Lens for Most NEX E-Mount Cameras - Black

Model: SEL35F18
SKU: 1687281
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Specifications
  • Lens Mount Compatibility
    Sony E-Mount
    Lens Type
    Standard Prime, Telephoto Prime
    Minimum Focal Length
    35 millimeters
    Maximum Focal Length
    35 millimeters
    Maximum Aperture
    f/1.8
  • Key Specs
    • Lens Mount Compatibility: Sony E-Mount
    • Lens Type: Standard Prime, Telephoto Prime
    • Minimum Focal Length: 35 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Focal Length: 35 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Aperture: f/1.8 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
  • General
    • Brand: Sony
    • Model Number: SEL35F18
    • Product Name: 35mm f/1.8 Prime Lens for Most NEX E-Mount Cameras
    • Color: Black
  • Compatibility
    • Compatible Devices: Mirrorless Camera
    • Brand Compatibility: Sony
    • Lens Mount Compatibility: Sony E-Mount
    • Tripod/Monopod Mountable: false (A support function that allows the device to be mounted to monopods and tripods for leveling and stability.)
  • Dimensions
    • Product Weight: 0.3395 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
    • Product Length with Lens Closed: 1.8 inches
    • Product Diameter: 2.5 inches (The out of box diameter of the item, measured as a straight line passing from side to side of the item, through its center.)
  • Imaging
    • Lens Type: Standard Prime, Telephoto Prime
    • Auto/Manual Focus: Automatic
    • Silent Focus: true (A feature that helps reduce operational noise that occurs when using lenses with autofocus motors.)
    • Field of View at 1000 yards: 44 feet (The area of a target, measured horizontally from the location of viewing, that can be observed.)
    • In-Lens Image Stabilization: true (This feature helps reduce image blurring from camera motion. Lens stabilization means an element within the lens moves automatically to counteract detected motion.)
  • Exposure Control
    • Minimum Focal Length: 35 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Focal Length: 35 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
    • Minimum Focus Distance: 11.9 inches
    • Maximum Aperture: f/1.8 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
    • Minimum Aperture: f/22 (The smallest opening of a lens, typically expressed in f-numbers. The larger the number, the smaller the aperture and the less light that can enter the lens. A smaller aperture creates a larger depth of field, which keeps both foreground and background in focus.)
    • Focal Length 35mm Film Equivalent: 52.5mm (The focal length of the lens that provides the same field of view as a 35mm film camera.)
  • Features
    • Special Features: Internal focusing
  • Performance
    • Filter Diameter: 49 millimeters
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
  • Other
    • UPC: 027242856875

With built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, this Sony SEL35F18 35mm prime lens helps you achieve crisp, clear images with your compatible Sony NEX E-mount camera. The 2 motors offer quiet and smooth operation for shooting videos.

  • Compatible with most Sony NEX E-mount cameras: For use with your existing camera.
  • Built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization: Provides a 4-stop shutter speed advantage, producing crisp, blur-free images.
  • High-speed linear motor and in-lens stepping motor: Work together to offer quiet operation, smooth focusing and fluid aperture control when shooting movies.
  • DMF (Direct Manual Focus) support: Enables you to resume manual focusing directly after AF to facilitate fine focusing when shooting portraits with a shallow depth of field.
  • Circular aperture: Produces a pleasing circular, defocused effect in low-light shots or nightscapes.
  • 35mm focal length (35mm equivalent 52.5mm): Ideal for a wide variety of shooting situations, including landscapes, snapshots and portraits.
  • 0.15x maximum magnification: For versatile shooting.
  • f/22 minimum aperture and f/1.8 maximum aperture: Ensure optimal light gathering.
  • Optical design: Reduces spherical aberration and coma, resulting in clean, sharp images.
Whats Included
  • Front lens cap and rear lens cap
  • Owner's manual
  • Petal-shape, bayonet-type lens hood (ALC-SH112)
  • Sony 35mm f/1.8 Prime Lens for Most NEX E-Mount Cameras

Q: What kind of cameras is this lens compatible with?

A: This lens is compatible with most Sony NEX E-mount cameras.

Q: What is the filter size for this lens?

A: The filter diameter for this lens is 49mm.

Q: What is the maximum magnification I can achieve with this lens?

A: This lens offers a maximum magnification of 0.15x.

Q: What is the minimum focus distance of this Sony lens?

A: The minimum focus distance of this lens is 11.9 inches.

Q: How does the circular aperture benefit my photography?

A: The circular aperture helps create a pleasing circular, defocused effect in low-light shots or nightscapes.

Q: Does this lens have image stabilization?

A: Yes, this lens features built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization.

Q: hello, this lens works with sony alpha a 7 ?

A: Hi Vasyl, yes, however, since this lens is not for full frame cameras like the A7, the angle of view will be narrower. Regards, -Mark

Q: Is this compatible with the Sony a6300?

A: Yes it is compatible. I have this lens and the Sony a6300. Works great.

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Customers are sayingCustomers frequently mention the excellent image quality and pleasing bokeh of the 35mm f/1.8 Prime Lens. Many appreciate its performance in low light, as well as its convenient size and weight, and ease of use. Some customers find the price a bit high, and a few have experienced challenges achieving sharp focus.
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