Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA 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. By using three aspherical elements and Zeisss legendary T* anti-reflective coating this lens exhibits an absolute minimum of aberrations and flare. It also has a linear autofocus motor and internal focus design for fast responsive AF and achieving a minimum focus distance of 1.6. Additionally the lens is dust and moisture resistant and uses a nine-blade circular diaphragm for smooth rounded bokeh.

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 a 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 color 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 enables 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.

In the Box
Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA Lens
Sony ALC-SH131 Lens Hood
Sony ALC-F49S 49mm Front Lens Cap
Sony ALC-R1EM Rear Lens Cap
Lens Pouch