Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- SEL85F18
- SKU:
- 12068346
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
to a friend
Can't beat this lens for the price.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I got this lens first when I bought my A7rii. Don't take my word for it, go on youtube and check out some reviews. It's been an amazing lens. I tested it back to back to back with the Battis 85mm f1.8 and the G master f1.4. The f1.4 is clearly better but its hard to tell any difference even pixel peeking between the Zeiss Battis and this Sony 85mm.
I would recommend this to a friendAffordable lens with amazing quality
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The cost of this lens is significantly lower than others but the quality is still outstanding. If you’re on a budget but still want amazing quality this lens is for you.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi 408visuals,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL85F18/2 lens. We are glad to hear that you found it as an affordable lens with amazing quality. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 1-27-2024
Sony Social Support
Best Purchase I made for the A7III
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.As a portrait photographer this lens is almost a must have. It's sharp and the functions work flawless with the A7II. The custom button on the side is handy. The size and weight also goes perfectly with the sony mirrorless camera. I would definitely buy this again.
I would recommend this to a friendAmazing Value! Incredibly Sharp!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This lens is just amazing. After watching countless reviews and comparison videos online, I was convinced to give this lens a try and I could not be happier with the results. This lens is tack sharp and for $600 it is easily the best value you can get for a lens. The auto focus is amazingly fast. There is not enough good I can say about the lens.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Aaron, We are happy to hear that you love our lens, its autofocus and optical performance but most of all its value. We are glad that you have made the right decision. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you for choosing Sony. - Pakorn
Highly recommended.
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I've been taking pictures for quite a long time. This is hands down the best lens I've ever purchased. Super fast autofocus and clean sharp photos. The details it captures are insane. Highly recommended.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TommyT,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your feedback, We are glad to hear that you're satisfied with the lens features of our SEL85F18 and that this has been your best purchase ever. Thank you for choosing Sony!
If you have any other concerns or questions, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
Rubychelle,
Sony Social Support
GREAT
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great lens for close up shots. Works great in lowlight settings
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Melvin, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. It's great to hear you are loving this lens. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 12-17-24 Sony Social Support
I love it
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great buget lens, its been working great for the car photography ive been doing.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello GarretN, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The SEL85F18/2 is a great lens! Sharp quality pictures. We are happy you are enjoying your lens. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to us at Sony's General Consumer Support: 239-245-6360. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Edward (10/21/2025) Sony Social Support
Cant go wrong
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This a solid lense. Did some portrait stuff and it really made the photos come out crisp. This a must have in the bag. I would recommed to all.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Imagesbyjake, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL85F18/2 lens. We are glad to hear that you loved it and consider it as a must have lens. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 3-1-2024 Sony Social Support
Amazing
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing lens takes very sharp photos and is perfect for portraits
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LuisC, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. It's great to hear you are loving this lens and have found it perfect for your portraits. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda Sony Social Support
No brainer purchase
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic lens. You won't be disappointed. For many, 85mm seems to always be a default portrait lens...but it can be so much more when you have imagination! Let you creativity shine through!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mecdjino,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback regarding our Sony SEL85F18 lens.
We're glad to hear that you have been enjoying your experience. Your satisfaction means a lot to us.
If you have any other concerns or questions, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360. .
Rubychelle,
Sony Social Support
Sharp and Light
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The 1.8 aperture does a great job of separating the subject and the background. Bigger than a standard lens but smaller than the GM and lightweight too. Used for a couple of shoots and it always did the job great lens for the price.
I would recommend this to a friendCrisp Everywhere/Amazing Corners
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The bokah on this thing is like none other. If you are looking for a portrait lens, this is the best one you can find in my opinion. The 85mm gives you enough zoom to not be right up in their face but not enough to feel out of place. I was contemplating the Sony F14 but I feel like this one gives you better bang for your buck.
I would recommend this to a friendGreat value portrait lens
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best value for portraits. These lens is very sharp and provides excellent portraits in door and outside. The focal range is a bit tight so consider the area were you are taking pictures. You will have to stand back from your subject to get full body portraits, great for head shots.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Fjbean, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our lens. We are also happy to hear that its performance meet your standard. These are the feedback that we really want to hear from our customers. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you very much for choosing Sony. - Pakorn
Amazing lens!
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is amazing glass. The lens itself is light, it's fast, quick to focus, and the side button is programmable and makes it easy to focus on your subject. I've paired this lens with the Sony A7c and the pictures look great! Tack sharp! I highly recommend this lens!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mike, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our lens and the sharp images this lens produced. We are also happy to hear that its performance meet your standard. These are the feedback that we really want to hear from our customers. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you very much for choosing Sony. - Pakorn
A consistent favorite lens
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I'm a wedding photographer and I love this lens for capturing candid photos from a distance or when I want more compression for photos with a landscape as the background. My photos are always so beautiful and creamy when I use this
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello carrie,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Your review will help other customers with their future purchases.
-Vincent (Sony Social Support Team)
Cinematic masterpiece.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.An excellent addition to my arsenal. I love this lens and I use it all the time.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MATMAN1701, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Its wonderful to hear what kind of impact this lens has made in your arsenal. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 08-30-24 Sony Social Support
WOW
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This lens is serious. The autofocus is faster than anything ive seen in a long time, and the motor is completely silent. Pictures are crystal clear and everything is well built and feels like solid metal. The lens also has a af/mf toggle, and a button that i have not explored in depth yet, but so far this has not disappointed.
I would recommend this to a friendCamera lens
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It works very good as I expected. We used it during the awards assembly of my daughter and the result was excellent so far one of the best that we’ve used. Will recommend to others.:)
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kristal, Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us. Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Its great to hear the Sony 85mm F1.8 lens has exceeded your expectations and you were able to enjoy beautiful photos taken with this lens. We appreciate your recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda Sony Social Support
85mm 1.8
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I like this lens, I use it for portraits and love how my pictures come out. And been thinking on using this lens for street photography as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Luis,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL85F18 lens. We are glad to hear that you liked this lens and loved the quality of the images it captures. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 12-16-2023
Sony Social Support
10/10
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sharp. Love it. Used it on my moms wedding. Ended up getting some better photos than the actual photographer.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Frank, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL85F18/2 lens. We are glad to hear that you loved this lens. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 5-7-2024 Sony Social Support