{"product_id":"sony-fe-85mm-f1-8","title":"Sony FE 85mm F1.8 - 143041","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSony FE 85mm F1.8 - 143041\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's nothing like the sharpness and smooth bokeh of a well-designed mid-range telephoto prime lens for portraiture, and the SEL85F18 is a standout choice. It features a compact, lightweight design for mobility, with high-performance optics and a large F1.8 maximum aperture that deliver outstanding image quality. An excellent second lens for both full-frame and APS-C camera users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine prime-lens performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eED glass for chromatic aberration compensation, a 9-blade circular aperture, and carefully controlled spherical aberration contribute to superb sharpness and smooth bokeh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMobile and manageable for active shooting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compact, lightweight (13.1 oz\/371 g) design that is ideally matched to the α7 series offers a great blend of portability and high image quality for portraits, events, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet, precise focus drive \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA double linear motor system directly drives the lens's focus mechanism without intervening gears for precise, quiet operation that is ideal for movies as well as stills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuality build, versatile features \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA customizable focus hold button, a wide and responsive focus ring, dust and moisture-resistant design, and other refinements add up to outstanding quality and versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"286\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"66\"\u003ePortrait Powerhouse Focal Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"101\"\u003eSony FE 85mm F1.8 – 143041\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic \u003cstrong data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eshort telephoto prime\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for portraits, headshots, and subject isolation, with natural compression and pleasing perspective. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"533\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"533\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"315\"\u003eBright f\/1.8 Aperture:\u003c\/strong\u003e A fast \u003cstrong data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"349\"\u003ef\/1.8 maximum aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e provides excellent low‑light performance and smooth background separation, with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"462\"\u003e9‑blade circular diaphragm\u003c\/strong\u003e that produces beautiful bokeh. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eSuperb Sharpness:\u003c\/strong\u003e High corner‑to‑corner resolution delivers \u003cstrong data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"627\"\u003eremarkably sharp images\u003c\/strong\u003e even wide open, with controlled chromatic aberration and minimal distortion. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"935\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"935\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"773\"\u003eFast, Quiet Autofocus:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"808\"\u003eDouble linear autofocus motors\u003c\/strong\u003e offer quick, accurate, and virtually silent focusing—great for stills and video alike. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Lightweight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weighing about \u003cstrong data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"989\"\u003e371 g\u003c\/strong\u003e with a compact build, it’s easy to carry on mirrorless bodies and comfortable for long shooting sessions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eWeather‑Resistant Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sealed against dust and moisture, it’s reliable for outdoor shooting in varied conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eUser‑Friendly Controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eprogrammable focus‑hold button\u003c\/strong\u003e and AF\/MF switch for flexible control in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"278\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"115\"\u003eQ: What type of lens is the Sony FE 85mm f\/1.8?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"118\"\u003eA: The 85mm f\/1.8 is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"166\"\u003efull-frame prime lens\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for portrait, event, and low-light photography, delivering sharp images with smooth background blur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"471\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"329\"\u003eQ: What cameras is this lens compatible with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"332\"\u003eA: Compatible with \u003cstrong data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"407\"\u003eSony E-mount full-frame and APS-C mirrorless cameras\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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