Prime Lens
Sony E
F/1.8
49 mm
55 mm
281 g
SKU: GC35-SEL55F18Z

Sony Carl Zeiss 55mm F1.8 Lens

The Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA lens offers a sophisticated design and outstanding optical quality that is sure to impress any enthusiast photographer. Featuring a fast maximum aperture of f/1.8, the lens can capture stunning images in low light or with shallow depth-of-field effects, while its advanced optical elements minimize aberrations for crisp contrast and sharpness throughout the frame.

Additionally, it has an impressive minimum focusing distance of 0.4m (1.3 ft) for close-up shots with rich texture and detail, as well as dust and moisture resistant construction for reliable performance in challenging conditions. With its versatility and superior image quality, the Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA lens is an essential tool for any serious photographer.

Features:

Based on the Zeiss Sonnar optical concept, this lens uses a design with seven elements in five groups that helps achieve the large maximum aperture of f/1.8 while simultaneously reducing flare and improving contrast.

A normal-length prime designed for full-frame E-mount cameras, this 55mm lens will provide an excellent perspective for street photography, portraits, and general-purpose shooting. It can also be used on APS-C format cameras where it will provide an equivalent focal length of 82.5mm.

The f/1.8 maximum aperture allows users to create images with shallow depth of field and work in low-light conditions with relative ease.

Zeiss T* anti-reflective coatings have been applied to each lens surface to help minimize reflections in order to provide greater image clarity, contrast, and colour fidelity.

Three aspherical elements, including two double-sided, are incorporated in the lens design to reduce astigmatism, field curvature, coma, and other monochromatic aberrations.

A linear autofocus motor and internal focus design provide quick and precise autofocus performance and enable accurate and silent focusing while recording videos.

Dust- and moisture-sealed design better permits working in inclement conditions and rubberized control rings benefit handling in colder temperatures.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality when employing selective focus techniques.

Prime Lens
Sony E
F/1.8
49 mm
55 mm
281 g
Regular price $729.00
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Product Overview

The Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA lens offers a sophisticated design and outstanding optical quality that is sure to impress any enthusiast photographer. Featuring a fast maximum aperture of f/1.8, the lens can capture stunning images in low light or with shallow depth-of-field effects, while its advanced optical elements minimize aberrations for crisp contrast and sharpness throughout the frame.

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Key Features

Prime Lens

A perfect pairing for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras, the Sonnar T* FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA Lens offers excellent resolution and a fast f/1.8 aperture for photographers looking for a high-performing normal-length prime.

Sony E

The Sony Carl Zeiss 55mm F1.8 Lens is compatible with the Sony E lens mount.

F/1.8

The Sony Carl Zeiss 55mm F1.8 Lens has a maximum aperture of F/1.8 and a minimum aperture of F/22.

49 mm

The Sony Carl Zeiss 55mm F1.8 Lens has a front filter size of 49mm.

55 mm

The Sony Carl Zeiss 55mm F1.8 Lens has a focal length of 55mm.

281 g

The Sony Carl Zeiss 55mm F1.8 Lens weighs 281g.

A perfect pairing.

For Sony's range of full-frame, Sony E-mount cameras

A perfect pairing.

Sony & Zeiss team up

Advanced technology from ZEISS and Sony combines in a precision optical design with three aspherical elements, two double-sided, that effectively reduce all forms of aberration while achieving outstanding image-wide sharpness and contrast.

Outstanding Colour & Contrast

Outstanding Colour & Contrast

The ZEISS coating is an important contributing factor, effectively suppressing spurious reflections that can degrade overall image quality. Flare and ghosting are reduced for enhanced colour and contrast that give images a deep, three-dimensional feel.

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