Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA (SEL55F18Z)

Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA (SEL55F18Z)

Overview: The Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA* lens is a premium standard prime lens designed for full-frame E-mount cameras, offering superior optical quality and excellent low-light performance. With a fast f/1.8 maximum aperture, this lens is ideal for portraits, street photography, and general-purpose shooting. Featuring renowned Carl Zeiss optics and T (T-star) anti-reflective coating*, this lens delivers stunning sharpness, clarity, and contrast.

Key Features:

• Prime Lens with Standard 55mm Focal Length: The 55mm focal length offers a natural field of view, making this lens a versatile choice for a wide variety of photography styles, from portraiture to everyday snapshots.

• Carl Zeiss Optics with Sonnar Design: The lens utilizes Carl Zeiss' famous Sonnar optical design for sharp, high-resolution images across the entire frame. This design helps to reduce chromatic aberrations, while maintaining outstanding clarity and contrast, even at wide apertures.

• Bright f/1.8 Maximum Aperture: With a fast maximum aperture of f/1.8, the lens excels in low-light conditions and offers the ability to create beautiful background blur (bokeh). The wide aperture also enables fast shutter speeds and low ISO settings for noise-free images.

• T (T-star) Anti-Reflective Coating:* Sony’s ZEISS T anti-reflective coating* effectively suppresses reflections and glare, improving light transmission and enhancing image quality by boosting contrast and color fidelity, even in challenging lighting conditions.

• Exceptional Image Quality: The lens delivers incredibly sharp images with great detail, thanks to its high-quality optical design, which includes three aspherical elements. These elements help to minimize distortion and spherical aberrations for edge-to-edge sharpness.

• Smooth and Quiet Autofocus: The linear autofocus motor provides fast, smooth, and near-silent focusing, making this lens suitable for both still photography and video work. The lens also supports Sony’s Eye AF technology, which is perfect for portrait shooters who want accurate focus on the subject's eyes.

• Compact and Lightweight: Weighing just 281g (9.9 oz), the FE 55mm f/1.8 is compact and lightweight, making it an excellent choice for photographers on the go. Its durable, all-metal construction ensures longevity while maintaining a sleek, professional look.

• Dust and Moisture-Resistant Design: The lens features a dust and moisture-resistant design, ensuring reliable performance even in harsh environments, making it a good option for outdoor and travel photography.

Specifications:

• Focal Length: 55mm (Full-frame) / 82.5mm (APS-C equivalent)
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Construction: 7 elements in 5 groups (including 3 aspherical elements)
• Angle of View (Full-frame): 43°
• Minimum Focus Distance: 1.64 ft (0.5 m)
• Maximum Magnification: 0.14x
• Diaphragm Blades: 9, rounded
• Filter Size: 49mm
• Dimensions: 2.54 x 2.79 inches (64.4 x 70.5 mm)
• Weight: 9.9 oz (281g)

Included in the Box:

• Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA Lens (SEL55F18Z)
• Lens Hood (ALC-SH131)
• Front and Rear Lens Caps
• User Manual and Warranty Information

The Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA lens is a top-tier prime lens that offers a perfect balance of optical quality, portability, and a wide f/1.8 aperture, making it an excellent choice for photographers looking for sharpness, contrast, and beautiful bokeh in a versatile focal length. Its lightweight, premium build combined with superb Carl Zeiss optics make this lens a must-have for full-frame Sony E-mount users.