FE 135mm F1.8 GM

135mm
f/1.8
Prime
953 g
Min focus 0.7 m

Quick answer

Telephoto portrait prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/1.8 aperture. It delivers strong subject separation from a longer working distance.

Pros

Strong subject isolation
Low aberrations
Linear-motor autofocus

Cons

Heavy at about 953 g
Needs plenty of working distance

Verdict

It is a long portrait prime for Sony shooters who want strong separation and image quality. Size is the main trade-off.

About this lens

A 135mm f/1.8 full-frame fast short-telephoto prime lens, the Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM is designed for Sony E mount bodies, from the Sony G Master series. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.

Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM specifications

Brand: Sony
Mount: Sony E
Focal length: 135mm
Maximum aperture: f/1.8
Lens type: Prime
Format coverage: full-frame
Released: 2019
Minimum focus distance: 0.7 m
Maximum magnification: 0.25x
Filter thread: 82 mm
Weight: 953 g
Length: 127 mm
Diameter: 89.5 mm

Specification source: en.wikipedia.org

What can you shoot with the Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM?

Portraits
Weddings
Stage and events

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	135mm	15.2°	18.2°
APS-C	1.5x	203mm	10.2°	12.2°

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Frequently asked questions

Is 135mm too long for portraits?

It is commonly used, especially outdoors, though it needs more space than 85mm.

Does the Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM have stabilization?

No. The lens has no stabilization of its own, so handheld sharpness at slow shutter speeds depends on a body with in-body stabilization or a faster shutter speed.