Sony FE 35mm f/1.8

Compact, sharp, and versatile full-frame prime lens

Sony FE 35mm f/1.8
82/100
LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 18
Durability 15
Price 16
Usability 17
Brand Sony
Model SEL35F18F

Key Features

OPTICAL 11 elements in 9 groups including one aspherical element
APERTURE 9-blade circular aperture for smooth bokeh
AUTOFOCUS Linear motor for fast, quiet, and precise AF
MINIMUM FOCUS 0.22m (0.73ft) minimum focusing distance
MAGNIFICATION 0.24x maximum magnification ratio
VIDEO Optimized for video with minimal focus breathing
STABILIZATION Relies on camera body-based image stabilization
SIZE Compact and lightweight design at 280g
FILTER 55mm front filter thread diameter
CONNECTIVITY N/A
MEMORY CARD N/A
WEATHER SEALING Dust and moisture resistant design
BATTERY LIFE N/A

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Sony FE 35mm f/1.8

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Manual focus ring
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present Prime lens
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present Relies on IBIS
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✓ Present Customizable focus hold button
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present Prime lens
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Dust and moisture resistant

How-to Use Sony FE 35mm f/1.8

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Prime
Focal Length 35mm
Maximum Aperture f/1.8
Minimum Aperture f/22
Lens Mount Sony E-mount
Format Compatibility Full Frame
Angle of View 63 degrees
Minimum Focus Distance 0.22m
Maximum Magnification 0.24x
Optical Design 11 elements in 9 groups
Diaphragm Blades 9, rounded
Filter Thread 55mm
Dimensions 65.6 x 73 mm
Weight 280g