Samyang AF 35mm f 1.8 FE Lens for Sony E

Product Overview

The Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 FE lens is a lightweight and compact wide-angle prime designed for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It combines portability with a bright f/1.8 maximum aperture, making it ideal for low-light conditions and creative depth of field control. The lens features a high-quality optical design with advanced elements for sharp, clear images, and the linear STM autofocus system ensures quiet and precise focusing. This lens is weather-sealed, ensuring durability during outdoor shoots.

• Wide-Angle 35mm Focal Length: Ideal for general photography, landscapes, and street photography; provides a 52.5mm equivalent focal length on APS-C sensors.
• Bright f/1.8 Aperture: Enables excellent low-light performance and creative control over depth of field.
• Two Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Elements: Reduces chromatic aberrations and color fringing for sharper, more accurate images.
• Two Aspherical Elements: Corrects spherical aberrations for improved sharpness and reduced distortions.
• Ultra Multi-Coating: Minimizes flare and ghosting for enhanced contrast and color fidelity, even in strong lighting.
• Linear STM AF Motor: Ensures quick, silent, and accurate autofocus, while manual focus override allows for fine-tuning.
• Customizable Control Switch: Offers lens-based control over specific exposure settings, with future firmware updates expanding functionality.
• Weather-Sealed Construction: Designed to resist dust and moisture, making it suitable for outdoor use in various conditions.
• Nine-Blade Diaphragm: Produces smooth and pleasing bokeh for a more aesthetic background blur.

Customer Advice

• The compact size and bright aperture make this lens an excellent choice for street photographers and those who prioritize portability without compromising on image quality.
• Use the custom switch for easy adjustments to exposure settings like aperture control while shooting.
• Weather-sealing offers protection in less-than-ideal conditions, but it’s still advised to take care during extreme weather.
• The fast f/1.8 aperture allows for great subject isolation, so it’s ideal for portraits and selective focus shots. Consider using this lens with a lens hood to minimize flare during backlit situations.