This standard prime lens with a 55mm focal length and large F1.8 maximum aperture offers stunning ZEISS Sonnar contrast and resolution for full-frame E-mount bodies. It can also create gorgeous background bokeh to set off your subject when needed. The big, bright maximum aperture means you can shoot handheld in low-light conditions while still getting outstanding sharpness and clarity.
Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA Compatibility
E-mount Full Frame cameras
E-mount APS-C cameras
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Sample photos
1/250s, F2
1/15s, F2.2
1/160s, F1.8
1/80s, F2
1/400s, F1.8
1/500s, F8
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Fast F1.8 for broad creative control
Renowned ZEISS contrast and sharpness bring out the best in full frame E-mount bodies, and an F1.8 maximum aperture can create beautiful background bokeh when desired.
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Sony and ZEISS team up for better images
ZEISS and Sony technology in a precision optical design with the T* coating reduce all forms of aberration while achieving outstanding image-wide sharpness and contrast.
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Smooth bokeh enhances depth and dimension
State-of-the-art optical design and a 9-blade circular aperture add up to beautifully smooth bokeh with natural-looking highlights for deep, dimensional images.
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Shoot with confidence anywhere
A dust and moisture resistant design means that the lens will function smoothly and reliably in a wide range of conditions and challenging environments.
ZEISS Sonnar
Advanced optics
Beautiful bokeh
Dust and moisture resistant
Lens Configuration
Legendary ZEISS quality manufactured and calibrated specifically for Sony imaging products. The T* coating contributes to exquisite rendering and contrast. [1] Aspherical lens
MTF Chart
MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) describes how well a lens can reproduce fine details, measured as the degree of contrast achieved between finely spaced lines. [1] Contrast (%) [2] Distance from optical center of lens (mm) [3] Max. aperture [4] F8 aperture [5] Spatial frequency [6] 10 line pairs / mm [7] 20 line pairs / mm [8] 40 line pairs / mm [9] Radial values [10] Tangential values
Specifications & Features
ZEISS 35mm Full Frame normal prime lens
Bright F1.8 maximum aperture
ZEISS T* anti-reflective coating minimises flare
Circular 9-blade aperture for beautiful defocus effects
Dust and moisture resistant design
Minimum Focus Distance
0.5m (1.64ft)
Maximum Magnification ratio (x)
0.14x
Filter Diameter (mm)
49mm
Weight
281g (10oz.)
What's in the Box
Lens hood (ALC-SH131: petal shape, bayonet type), Lens front cap, Lens rear cap, Case
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