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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 144 reviews

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great little lens

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent lens, it’s not GM buts its awesome. Light and sharp.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for the review! Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great 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 primes lens for my sony a7ii and it is the perfect size.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello. Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to provide such wonderful feedback, we are so happy to hear you are loving this lens. Sony takes into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products and services. -Amy Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens!

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

    I really enjoy this lens!! It’s one of my favorite lens I own

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

      Hello GoodMic, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We would like to thank you for your review on the Sony FE 35 mm F1.8. We truly appreciate your feedback and are glad that it is one of your favorite lenses! -Nick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect

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

    Awesome lens . Perfect for portraits and indoor events

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Sunny, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We would like to thank you for your review on the Sony FE 35 mm F1.8. We truly appreciate your feedback and are glad that you are enjoying the lens for your portrait and indoor photography! -Nick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bokeh

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Superior Prime Lens

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

    You won’t be disappointed with this lens. Incredible bokeh!!!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice and Appropriate

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

    Love how this small and compact lens shoots. It has a focus hold button and attached to my A7M3 is a wonderful combination. This lens was well worth the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this lens

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Absolutely love this lens! Upgraded from an old one that I had and like so much better. Sharp photos and is great for what I need.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi BrielleA,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL35F18F 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 6-13-2024
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good but pricey

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

    A little pricey compared to other lenses, but the compact style is great. Quality picture and feels well built.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Mattmac82, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for your review on the SEL35F18F. We truly appreciate your feedback and are glad you are enjoying the picture quality and compact size! -Sony Social Support Nick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not heavy at all which is good

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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 very light and easy to carry. 35mm lens is not a very easy handled one to a beginner.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello dddd,
      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 quality of the 35mm. Your recommendation will help future customers with their decisions.
      -Vincent Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    35mm of perfection

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

    This lens is a portrait photographers baby. I enjoy this focal length as it brings in more background into the frame. This lens is also good for close up macro like shots on items. Great lens for value and my go to lens for majority of my shoots!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi VannJ09, 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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good budget lens

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

    Very good budget lens. Used it to cover a wedding ceremony.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Wanderguy
      Thank You for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy that you are enjoying the lens.
      -Vincent
      Sony Imaging Support Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    A bit expensive

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

    Excellent quality. Great as an all purpose walk around lens. Should’ve been no more than $500 though.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sharp!

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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 but very expensive. Sharp, compact and just an overall great prime lens to own

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    One go buy

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

    Nice lens for both video and pictures. Good quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy that the lens meets your expectations.
      -Vincent Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better View

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

    This lens is the only thing you will need to enjoy recording and having fan.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DeSouzaJunior7, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Its great to hear the performance and quality of this lens has exceeded your expectations. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 02-02-24 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    very nice sony prime lens,

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

    very nice sony prime lens, I use it almost exclusively for videos. I put it on a Sony A7C and it looks almost as good as my a7s iii with a $2.2k GM wide angle zoom

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank You for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Such a great combination with the A7C! We look forward to seeing what customers create with our products
      -Vincent Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product/Service

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

    Excellent Product with good price discount. Personal was very helpful.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DordeS,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL35F18F lens. We are glad to hear that you found it as an excellent product. 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Superb lens

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

    I had the Nikon lens previously decided to exchange for this brand.. seems good so far no complaints here

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Ginaa, 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 Social Support) Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    sony 35 1.8

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

    Wonderful lens. Good for street photography and portrait!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi EvaR,

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.

      Thank you for your feedback on our SEL35F18F lens. We're glad to hear that you find our product wonderful to use for portrait an street photography. Thanks again for choosing Sony!

      If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.

      Rubychelle

      12-24-2023

      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just shoot it

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

    Great wide view lens. I have taken more than just wide angle shots with this and all have turned out great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Kitkat
      Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy that the lens meets your expectations.
      -Vincent Sony_US