FE 35mm F1.8
- 35mm
- f/1.8
- Prime
- 280 g
- Min focus 0.22 m
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Quick answer
Compact full-frame 35mm prime for E-mount with an f/1.8 aperture. It weighs about 280 g and has no built-in stabilization.
Pros
- Small and light
- f/1.8 aperture
- Close focus down to 0.22 m
Cons
- No stabilization in the lens
- Mostly plastic construction
Verdict
Consider it a versatile 35mm for Sony full-frame users who want a small lens. The 35mm f/1.4 GM is faster but much larger.
About this lens
The Sony FE 35mm F1.8 is a full-frame fast wide-angle prime lens covering 35mm at f/1.8 for Sony E mount cameras. A wide-angle prime for Sony full-frame E-mount cameras.
Sony FE 35mm F1.8 specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 35mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2019
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.22 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.24x
- Filter thread
- 55 mm
- Weight
- 280 g
- Length
- 73 mm
- Diameter
- 65.6 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony FE 35mm F1.8?
- Street and documentary
- Everyday carry
- Low-light snapshots
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 35mm | 54.4° | 63.4° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 53mm | 37.8° | 44.8° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the 35mm f/1.8 good for portraits?
It suits environmental portraits, but background blur is moderate compared with 85mm lenses.
Does the Sony FE 35mm F1.8 have autofocus?
Yes. It autofocuses on Sony E-mount bodies and focuses as close as 0.22 m, which allows close-up shots of small subjects.
How does it compare to the 35mm f/1.4 GM?
The GM is a stop brighter and more robustly built, while the f/1.8 is smaller and lighter.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
