Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA
- 24mm
- f/1.8
- Prime
- 225 g
- Min focus 0.16 m
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Quick answer
A compact APS-C prime for E-mount from Zeiss, weighing about 225 g. It takes 49mm filters and focuses as close as 0.16 m.
Pros
- Fast f/1.8
- Close focus 0.16 m
- Compact at 225 g
- Zeiss optics
Cons
- APS-C only
- No stabilization
Verdict
A small premium prime for NEX-era and APS-C bodies.
About this lens
A 24mm f/1.8 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA is designed for Sony E mount bodies. A Zeiss-designed lens for Sony cameras with T* coating.
Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 24mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Released
- 2011
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.16 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.25x
- Filter thread
- 49 mm
- Weight
- 225 g
- Length
- 65.5 mm
- Diameter
- 63 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA?
- Street and travel on APS-C
- Close-focus wide shots
- Everyday carry
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 36mm | 53.1° | 62° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Zeiss Sonnar E 24mm F1.8 ZA have stabilization?
No. It relies on in-body stabilization where the camera offers it.
What filter size does the E 24mm F1.8 ZA use?
The filter thread is 49mm, so standard 49mm polarizers and ND filters screw straight onto the front.
How close can the E 24mm F1.8 ZA focus?
Minimum focus is 0.16 m, about 0.25x magnification. That is close enough to place a foreground subject against a wide background.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
