Sony FE 85mm f/1.8

Sony E, full size
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227Ratings
Test reportsVery good based on 2 tests
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Product details

Perfect sharpness and bokeh for portraits. There's nothing like the sharpness and even bokeh of a well-designed medium focal length telephoto lens for portraits, and the SEL85F18 is a first-class choice.
It offers a compact design that guarantees mobility, powerful optics and a large maximum aperture of f/1.8 for exceptional image quality. The compact, lightweight design fits perfectly and offers a great combination of portability and high image quality for portraits, events and much more. The dual linear motor drives the lens' focus mechanism without gear shifting to provide precise, smooth operation, which is essential for both film and stills.High-quality integrated and versatile functions A customisable focus hold button, a wide and responsive focus ring, a dust and splash resistant design and other improvements contribute to exceptional quality and versatility.

Key specifications

Sensor compatibility
full size
Weight
371 g
Focus type
Autofocus, 
Manual focus
Lens type
Normal Lens, 
Prime lens
Bayonet lens mount
Sony E
Focal length
85 mm
Item number
6146446

General information

Manufacturer
Sony
Category
Lenses
Manufacturer no.
SEL85F18.SYX
Release date
14.2.2017

Colour

Colour group
Black

Material

Material group
Metal
Specific material description
Metal

Focusing

Minimum focus distance
0.80 m

Camera lens properties

Lens type
Normal Lens, 
Prime lens
Bayonet lens mount
Sony E
Max. Aperture
1.80 
Min. aperture
22 
Min. focal length
85 mm
Max. focal length
85 mm
Focal length
85 mm
Sensor compatibility
full size
Number of diaphragm blades
9 x
Filter thread
67 mm
Number of lenses
9
Number of lens groups
8
Lens equipment
Fixed front lens, 
Internal focusing, 
Metal bayonet
Focus type
Autofocus, 
Manual focus
Image stabilisation method
Optical
Durability
Dustproof, 
Splashproof

Origin

Country of origin
China

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100, 
SBTi

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Cap, 
Front lens cap, 
Rear lens cap

Product dimensions

Weight
371 g
Length
82 mm
Diameter
78 mm

Package dimensions

Length
11.50 cm
Width
9.50 cm
Height
12 cm
Weight
538 g

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of returnReturn policy
24 Months Statutory warrantyGuarantee provisions

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 2.Canon
  • 2.Nikon
  • 4.Sony
  • 4.TTArtisan
  • 6.Panasonic

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 2.Sigma
  • 3.TTArtisan
  • 4.Sony
  • 5.Nikon
  • 6.Samyang

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 3.Canon
  • 4.Nikon
  • 5.Sony
  • 6.Sigma
  • 7.Panasonic
Source: Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good98/100
Very good96/100
Color Foto Logo
Color FotoSingle testReleaseAugust 2022

The 1.8/85 mm lens is already usable with an open aperture, with good resolution and contrast values in the centre of the image. The edge fall-off is also moderate - but there is still room for improvement. Aperture 3.5 then also brings an additional 100 LP and a plus in contrast, at the same time the relative edge contrast drops significantly...

Very good100/100
DigitalPhoto Logo
DigitalPhotoSingle testReleaseDecember 2020

Remarkable is the fully commendable resolution already from open aperture f/1.8. GM alternative!