{"product_id":"sony-fe-85mm-f1-8-lens","title":"Sony FE 85mm F1.8 Lens","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSony FE 85mm F1.8 Lens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional Portrait Performance in a Compact Prime Lens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSony FE 85mm F1.8 (SEL85F18.SYX)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a full-frame \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emid-range telephoto prime lens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designed for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWith its classic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e85mm focal length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and bright \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eF1.8 maximum aperture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the lens is particularly well suited to portrait photography, where its perspective can produce flattering subject proportions while allowing the photographer to separate the subject from the background.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIts combination of a bright aperture, compact construction, high-resolution optics and quiet autofocus makes it equally useful for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eportraits, weddings, events, lifestyle photography, street photography and video production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe lens weighs just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e371g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it considerably easier to carry than many larger professional 85mm lenses.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic 85mm Portrait Focal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e85mm focal length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is widely regarded as one of the most useful focal lengths for portrait photography.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOn a full-frame Sony camera, the lens provides a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e29° angle of view\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving you a relatively narrow perspective that naturally directs attention towards the subject.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe focal length allows you to maintain a comfortable working distance from your subject while still achieving a relatively tight composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIt is particularly effective for:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead-and-shoulder portraits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-body portraits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFashion photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLifestyle photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWedding photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnvironmental portraits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorporate portraits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvent photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOn an APS-C Sony camera, the lens provides an equivalent focal length of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e127.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving it an even tighter field of view that can be useful for portraits and distant subjects.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright F1.8 Maximum Aperture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eF1.8 maximum aperture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of the lens's major strengths.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wide aperture allows more light to reach the camera's sensor, making the lens particularly useful in lower-light environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eF1.8 can be especially beneficial for:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoor portraits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeddings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvening photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRestaurants and interiors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStreet photography after dark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable-light photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe large aperture also allows photographers to create a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshallow depth of field\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, helping separate the subject from distracting backgrounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen shooting portraits close to the lens's maximum aperture, the combination of 85mm compression and F1.8 can produce a strong subject-isolation effect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth, Natural Bokeh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSony has designed the optical characteristics of the FE 85mm F1.8 to balance high resolution with smooth background rendering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe lens incorporates a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9-blade circular aperture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which helps maintain a rounded aperture shape when shooting at wider apertures.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis contributes to smoother and more natural-looking out-of-focus areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe carefully controlled spherical aberration is designed to provide an attractive balance between sharpness and background defocus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor portrait photographers, this means the lens can produce a clean separation between the subject and the background while retaining pleasing-looking out-of-focus highlights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Corner-to-Corner Resolution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe FE 85mm F1.8 features an optical construction of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 elements in 9 groups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIt incorporates an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass element\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to help reduce chromatic aberration.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe optical design is intended to provide high resolution across the image frame rather than concentrating sharpness only in the centre.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the lens suitable for detailed portraiture as well as applications such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommercial photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLandscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArchitecture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSony specifically highlights the lens's ability to deliver high \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecorner-to-corner resolution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while retaining attractive defocused rendering.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eED Glass for Chromatic Aberration Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe lens uses an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eED glass element\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to help compensate for chromatic aberration.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChromatic aberration can appear as coloured fringes around high-contrast edges, particularly when shooting at wide apertures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ED element helps reduce these unwanted colour artefacts and contributes to cleaner image reproduction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is particularly useful when photographing subjects against bright or high-contrast backgrounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast and Quiet Autofocus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe Sony FE 85mm F1.8 uses a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edouble linear motor actuator system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for autofocus.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than relying on traditional mechanical gearing, the linear motor directly drives the focusing mechanism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis allows the lens to provide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprecise and quiet focusing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it suitable for both still photography and video.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuiet focusing is especially useful when recording video because it reduces the likelihood of autofocus motor noise being picked up by an onboard microphone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe precise focusing system also makes the lens well suited to portrait photography, where accurate focus on the subject's eye can be particularly important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomisable Focus Hold Button\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eA dedicated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocus Hold button\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is built into the lens barrel.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe button can be customised through a compatible Sony camera body to perform different functions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOne possible assignment is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEye AF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing the photographer to quickly access eye-focused autofocus functionality.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis can be particularly useful when photographing people, as the button provides a physical control directly on the lens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe placement also allows photographers to maintain their shooting position without needing to reach for the camera body's rear controls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfortable Manual Focus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe lens features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewide manual focus ring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designed for comfortable and precise operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe focus ring provides a responsive interface for photographers who prefer to manually control focus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eManual focus can be particularly useful for:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControlled portrait sessions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-light photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSituations where precise focus placement is required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lens's focus system is electronically controlled, allowing the camera and lens to communicate during manual focusing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.8m Minimum Focusing Distance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe minimum focusing distance is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.8 metres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows the lens to focus on subjects from relatively close distances while retaining its 85mm perspective.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe maximum magnification ratio is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.13x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the lens is not designed as a dedicated macro lens, its close-focusing ability makes it useful for tighter portraits, details and everyday close-up photography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for Sony Full-Frame E-Mount Cameras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe FE 85mm F1.8 is designed for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSony E-mount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cameras and covers the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e35mm full-frame format\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is compatible with Sony's full-frame Alpha mirrorless camera range using the E-mount system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lens can also be used with Sony APS-C E-mount bodies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOn APS-C, the 85mm focal length produces a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e127.5mm equivalent focal length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, resulting in a tighter field of view than on full-frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the lens useful on both sensor formats, although the framing and effective field of view differ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo Built-In Optical Image Stabilisation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe FE 85mm F1.8 does \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot feature optical SteadyShot image stabilisation within the lens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSony specifies image stabilisation as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebody-integrated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning stabilisation can be provided by compatible camera bodies equipped with in-body image stabilisation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen used on a compatible Sony camera with in-body stabilisation, the camera can therefore provide image stabilisation despite the lens itself not having a dedicated optical stabilisation system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDust and Moisture Resistant Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSony has incorporated a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edust and moisture resistant design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e into the lens.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSealing is intended to provide additional protection when shooting in challenging environmental conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis is particularly useful for photographers working outdoors during:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight rain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWindy conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutdoor events\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTravel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLandscape sessions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design provides additional resistance but should not be interpreted as making the lens completely waterproof or suitable for immersion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e67mm Filter Thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe lens uses a standard \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e67mm filter diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows you to attach a wide range of photographic filters directly to the front of the lens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCompatible filter types include:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV\/protection filters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCircular polarising filters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeutral-density filters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariable ND filters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 67mm thread is particularly useful for photographers who already own other lenses using the same filter diameter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact and Lightweight Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDespite being a full-frame F1.8 portrait prime, the lens weighs only \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e371g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIt measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e78mm in diameter × 82mm in length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts compact design makes it easy to carry as part of a travel or professional camera kit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe relatively low weight is particularly useful for photographers who spend long periods shooting handheld.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt also makes the lens an attractive option for Sony Alpha users who want an 85mm portrait lens without the size and weight associated with larger professional F1.4 alternatives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for Portrait Photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e85mm focal length, F1.8 aperture and 9-blade circular diaphragm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e makes this lens particularly well suited to portraits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 85mm perspective provides a flattering working distance and helps isolate the subject from the surrounding environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt F1.8, the lens can create significant background blur, allowing attention to remain on the person's face.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe optical design is intended to provide detailed rendering while maintaining smooth defocused areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Focus Hold button can also be assigned to functions such as Eye AF on compatible camera bodies, making it especially practical for people photography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for Weddings and Events\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bright F1.8 aperture makes the lens useful in venues where available light is limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts 371g weight also makes it practical for photographers who carry equipment throughout long wedding or event shoots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe quiet linear autofocus system is useful when capturing candid moments without introducing significant focusing noise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe 85mm focal length can be used for:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCouple portraits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividual portraits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCeremony moments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeeches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCandid photographs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail shots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvent photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for Video\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe FE 85mm F1.8 is also capable of being used for video production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edouble linear motor autofocus system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides quiet focusing operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wide F1.8 aperture allows filmmakers to work with a relatively shallow depth of field and create subject separation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe 85mm perspective can be particularly effective for:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterviews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTalking-head videos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePortrait films\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMusic videos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShort films\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail shots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn APS-C Sony cameras, the 127.5mm equivalent field of view can provide an even tighter perspective for certain video applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the Sony FE 85mm F1.8?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e85mm focal length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — A classic portrait perspective with a flattering field of view.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eF1.8 maximum aperture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Provides strong low-light capability and shallow depth of field.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-frame E-mount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Designed for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e127.5mm APS-C equivalent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Provides a tighter telephoto perspective on Sony APS-C bodies.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9-blade circular aperture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Helps produce smooth and attractive bokeh.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eED glass element\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Helps minimise chromatic aberration.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh corner-to-corner resolution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Designed for detailed image reproduction across the frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble linear motor autofocus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Provides precise and quiet focusing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomisable Focus Hold button\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Can be assigned to functions such as Eye AF on compatible bodies.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.8m minimum focus distance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Allows relatively close focusing for portraits and details.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e67mm filter thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Compatible with widely available 67mm filters.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDust and moisture resistant design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Adds protection for outdoor shooting.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e371g weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Keeps the lens highly portable.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Measures just 78 × 82mm.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo-friendly autofocus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Quiet focusing makes it suitable for movie production as well as stills.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sony FE 85mm F1.8 Lens\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e SEL85F18\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Code:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e SEL85F18.SYX\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mid-range telephoto prime\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMount:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sony E-mount\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 35mm full frame\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 85mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPS-C Equivalent Focal Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 127.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Aperture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e F1.8\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Aperture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e F22\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens Groups:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens Elements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptical Element:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 × ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass element\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAngle of View – Full Frame:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 29°\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAngle of View – APS-C:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 19°\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAperture Blades:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCircular Aperture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Focus Distance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 0.8m\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Magnification Ratio:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 0.13x\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutofocus System:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double linear motor actuator\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocus Hold Button:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManual Focus Ring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImage Stabilisation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No optical stabilisation; compatible Sony bodies can provide body-integrated stabilisation\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilter Diameter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 67mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDust Resistant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoisture Resistant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 78 × 82mm (diameter × length)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 371g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHood Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Round shape, bayonet type\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens Hood:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ALC-SH150\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront Lens Cap:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ALC-F67S\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRear Lens Cap:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ALC-R1EM\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTeleconverter Compatibility – 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