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85mm f/2.8 Mid-Range Prime Lens

Model number:

SAL85F28

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The 85mm focal length makes it easy to fill the frame with the subject from a comfortable distance, while the large f/2.8 max aperture creates beautifully defocused backgrounds.

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The 85mm focal length makes it easy to fill the frame with the subject from a comfortable distance, without getting so close that unflattering distortion occurs. Additionally, the large maximum aperture works with the medium-long focal length to create beautifully defocused backgrounds, so that the subject seems to "pop" out of the image.

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Excellent Contrast Reproduction

Precision optical design to provide high contrast from image center to periphery.

SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor)

Autofocus signals received from the camera body control a motor built into the lens. The internal motor directly drives the focusing group for smooth autofocus operation.

Smooth Backgrounds

The combination of large F2.8 aperture and circular aperture design delivers smooth, natural defocusing effects

Product Specifications

Optics/Lens

  • Lens Type : Standard & Medium Telephoto
  • Lens Mount Type : Sony A-mount
  • Aperture : f/2.8
  • Aperture (Max.) : f/2.8
  • Aperture (Min.) : f/22
  • Filter Diameter : 55 mm
  • Lens Groups-Elements : 4 groups, 5 elements
  • Minimum Focus Distance : 24" (0.6m)
  • Distance Encoder : Yes
  • Distance Scale : Yes
  • Angle of View : 29° (35mm), 19° (APS-C)
  • Aperture Blade : 7 blades (Circular aperture)
  • Focal Length (35mm equivalent) : 127.5 mm
  • Internal Motor : Yes (SAM)
  • Lens Weight : 6.1 oz (175g)
  • Maximum Magnification : x 0.2

Weights and Measurements

  • Weight (Approx.) : 6.1 oz (175g)

In the Box

  • Front and rear lens cap
  • ALC-SH111 solid-circular lens hood

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SAL85F28 5 5 2 2
No cons This lens is super sharp starting at f2.8. Great for low-light photography. I appreciate the compact, light-weight design. The focus ring turns 180 degrees!!! This is very rare in the era of AF lenses where MF operation takes a back seat. However, this makes AF slightly slower, for example compared the 50/1.8. Fine by me as I prefer greater MF precision. This is the lens that Nikon and Canon users can only wish they had. It will always have a place in my bag. January 29, 2012
A must have for your full frame body At this price it is a marvelous Portarit Lens for your full frame body, extremely light and unobstrusive, The pictures are simply marvelous with incredible sharpness. It also can be used as a macro lens. Focus is a little slow and the motor is not very quiet. Some will complain abou the speed having a maximum aperture of F2.8, but I have been using a Hasselblad for portait with a 150mm F3.2. and feel that the speed is much more than adequate, especially at this price point. Reviewing should be easier, ICould not find a way to rotate the picture! March 20, 2011
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