Sony
Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 Portrait Lens Bundle (Renewed)
f/1.8f/22
Render creamy background separation and tack-sharp subject detail in the same frame — the Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 is a portrait prime that punches above its price.
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Overview
Key Features
Items Include : 1 x Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 Lens, 1 x 67mm 3 Piece Filter Kit, 1 x Pro Sling Backpack, 1 x 64GB Ultra SDXC Memory Card, 1 x Memory Card Reader, 1 x 12_inch Flexible Tripod, 1 x Memory Card Wallet, 1 x Lens Cap Keeper, 1 x Cleaning Kit, 1 x Hand Strap
An ideal portrait-length prime, the FE 85mm f/1.8 from Sony is a sleek short-telephoto lens designed for full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. The bright f/1.8 maximum aperture benefits this lenss use in low-light conditions and also affords extensive control over depth of field when working with selective focus techniques. The nine elements, eight groups lens construction includes one extra-low dispersion element to minimize chromatic aberrations.
Prime portrait-length lens is designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, however can also be used on APS-C models where it will provide a 127.5mm equivalent focal length. Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture allows for fine-tuned control over depth of field and also benefits working in difficult lighting conditions. One extra-low dispersion element is featured in the optical design and helps to limit color fringing and chromatic aberrations for heightened image clarity and color accurac
Double linear autofocus motor delivers smooth, precise, and near silent focusing performance to benefit both stills and video applications. The focus hold button on the lens barrel can be used to hold the focusing position, or can be set in-camera to control a variety of additional lens functions. Also, the lens has an AF/MF switch for tactile control over the focus mode. Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality when employing selective focus techniques.
Key Features: E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format - Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22 - One Extra-Low Dispersion Element - Double Linear AF Motor - Focus Hold Button; AF/MF Switch - Nine-Blade Circular Diaphragm - Dust- and Moisture-Resistant.
Specifications
Focal Length
85mm (127.5mm APS-C equivalent)
Maximum Aperture
f/1.8
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
Sony E-Mount
Format Compatibility
Full-Frame, APS-C
Optical Elements
9 elements in 8 groups
Special Elements
1 x Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) element
Autofocus Motor
Double Linear AF Motor
Diaphragm Blades
9, Rounded
Physical Controls
Focus Hold Button, AF/MF Switch
Environmental Resistance
Dust- and Moisture-Resistant
Included Items
67mm 3 Piece Filter Kit, Pro Sling Backpack, 64GB Ultra SDXC Memory Card, Memory Card Reader, 12-inch Flexible Tripod, Memory Card Wallet, Lens Cap Keeper, Cleaning Kit, Hand Strap
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this lens autofocus reliably during fast-paced portrait sessions?
Yes — the double linear AF motor is one of the real strengths of this lens in a portrait context. It acquires and holds focus quickly and nearly silently, which matters when you're shooting in quick succession or recording video alongside stills. You won't hear the motor between frames.
How does this lens perform on APS-C Sony bodies like the ZV-E10 or a6700?
On APS-C bodies it delivers a 127.5mm equivalent focal length — a tight telephoto portrait framing rather than the classic 85mm perspective. Optically it performs beautifully on crop sensors, though the tighter field of view requires more working distance from your subject.
Does the f/1.8 aperture produce genuinely smooth bokeh, or is the out-of-focus rendering busy?
The nine-blade circular diaphragm produces smooth, rounded out-of-focus discs rather than the hard-edged polygons you see in lenses with fewer blades. Bokeh quality is considered one of this lens's creative strengths — background elements dissolve into soft washes rather than competing with the subject.
What does the extra-low dispersion element actually improve in real-world shooting?
It most noticeably controls chromatic aberration along high-contrast edges — fine hairs against a bright sky, eyelashes against a backlit window. Without it, you'd see color fringing (usually purple or green) at those edges. With the ED element, those transitions stay clean and true-colored.
Is this lens weather-sealed enough for outdoor portrait sessions?
It carries dust- and moisture-resistant construction, which handles light drizzle and dusty outdoor environments. It's not rated to Sony's full weather-sealing standard (as on G Master lenses), so avoid heavy rain or direct water exposure during use.
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