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  • Front. Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Lens for Sony E-mount - Black.
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FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Lens for Sony E-mount - Black

Model:
SEL85F18
SKU:
5761701
Highly rated by customers for:
Your price for this item is $599.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 728 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are pleased with the FE 85mm f/1.8 lens's image quality, bokeh, and its affordability. Many appreciate its lightweight and compact design, making it easy to use and ideal for travel. Positive feedback also highlights its strong low-light performance and quick autofocus. However, a lack of weather sealing is a noted drawback for some users.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Great Portrait Lens

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    For the price, you can't beat this lens. The next step up is an expensive one and hard to justify.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this lens for personal use. Worth every penny.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Beginner, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our lens and its value. 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 (Sony Social Support) Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Great lense

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fantastic lense. My favorite! Takes great pictures.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience! - Glenn Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Great lens for the sony

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Highly recommend. Takes great quality with the lens especially if you want a portrait shot.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Good starter glass

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s good for the price. A good starter glass but colors are not as rich as GM

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Larry, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our lens. 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 Sony_US

  • Excellent lens

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This a must have for anyone doing portraits. easy to use and great to have for video too

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bokeh

    Great lens

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing lens. Love the bokeh. Fast focusing. Does everything I want it to

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Donnie, 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Great portrait Lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens for weddings and portrait shoots. All-around

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Jeff, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for your review on the SEL85F18, we truly appreciate your feedback! We are happy to hear that you are enjoying the lens for weddings and portraits. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sony Social Support Nick Sony_US

  • Great Lens

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am VERY happy with the purchase of this Sony lens. It works great. I highly recommend this!

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Love it so far!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this lens so far! I'm using it with an a7iii, and it takes beautiful pictures.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi BBReview, We are happy to hear that you love our lens and its optical performance. 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Sony A7riv

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Superb quality at a grat price. A must have lens for your Sony A7riv.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Fuji, 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Great!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Ideal lens for general photography. Way better than the kit lens. Not so heavy.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you for the review! Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mo

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fantastic lens for portraits, weddings, with a sharp photo.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello zHagood,
      Thank You for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We're happy that You're enjoying the 85mm for weddings and portraits. Your recommendation will help future customers with their decisions.
      -Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Get it

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lense! Absolutely necessary to have in the bag

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We're happy to hear that the lens has become a necessity in your bag! Thank you for the review! - Glenn Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Good Value

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good value lense for portrait photography for sony.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hello Maxwell,
      Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We're happy that you're enjoying the lens for your portrait photography.
      -Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Awesome lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product worth every penny takes awesome shots and people love the pics.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you for the review! Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Portraits

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent sharp lens. I take the best portraits with it.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hello Tony, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for your review on the SEL85F18. We truly appreciate your feedback and are glad you are enjoying the lens for portrait photography! -Sony Social Support Nick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Excellent lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Absolutely love this lens. Takes excellent pictures..great price too.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Lisa, 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Incredible!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This item was ready for pickup in no time! Love how sharp and precise this lens is.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Great deal.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens for the price. Love it. It is my new lens for walking around.

    This review is from Sony - FE 85mm f/1.8 Telephoto Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Glad you are happy with our lens. Sony_US

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