7artisans AF 85mm F/1.8 Lens – Sony
In The Box
- 7artisans AF 85mm F/1.8 Lens – Sony
- Front Lens Cap
- Rear Lens Cap
- Lens Hood
- USB-C Cable
7Artisans AF 85mm f/1.8 Lens for Sony E
The 7Artisans AF 85mm f/1.8 is a compact and lightweight autofocus lens designed for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. With a bright f/1.8 maximum aperture, it offers excellent low-light performance and beautiful background blur, making it ideal for portrait, street, and everyday photography. The lens features a stepping motor (STM) for smooth and quiet autofocus performance, ensuring quick and accurate focusing.
Key Features
- Portrait Lens: The 85mm focal length is ideal for portraits, compressing the background slightly to make your subject stand out.
- Fast f/1.8 Aperture: Provides control over shallow depth-of-field and is ideal for lower light levels.
- STM Autofocus: The built-in STM step motor enables fast, accurate autofocus, ensuring that your subject remains sharp.
- Customizable Function Button: Allows for quick access to frequently used settings.
- USB-C Port: Supports firmware updates to keep the lens up-to-date.
- Included Accessories: Comes with a front lens cap, rear lens cap, lens hood, and USB-C cable.
Best Suitable
- Portrait Photography – Perfect for capturing headshots and half-body portraits with creamy background blur.
- Low-Light Photography – Fast f/1.8 aperture allows shooting in dim lighting without sacrificing image quality.
- Street & Event Photography – Compact design makes it easy to carry for spontaneous shooting.
- Videography – Smooth autofocus and quiet STM motor are ideal for video recording.
- Creative Shallow Depth of Field – Great for isolating subjects from the background for artistic effect.
FAQ – 7artisans AF 85mm F/1.8 Lens – Sony
Is this lens compatible with Sony APS-C cameras?
Yes, it can be used on Sony APS-C cameras, but the effective focal length will be approximately 127.5mm.
Does this lens have image stabilization?
No, this lens does not feature optical image stabilization. Use camera body stabilization if available.
Can I update the firmware of this lens?
Yes, it includes a USB-C port for firmware updates.
How close can I focus?
The minimum focusing distance is 80 cm (2.6 ft).
Is this lens suitable for professional portrait work?
Absolutely, its 85mm focal length and f/1.8 aperture make it ideal for professional portraits.
Does it come with a warranty?
Yes, the lens includes a 1-year manufacturer warranty.
Specifications
| Focal Length |
85mm |
| Maximum Aperture |
f/1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture |
f/16 |
| Lens Mount |
Sony E |
| Lens Format Coverage |
Full-Frame |
| Angle of View |
24° |
| Minimum Focus Distance |
2.6′ / 80 cm |
| Optical Design |
10 Elements in 7 Groups |
| Diaphragm Blades |
11 |
| Focus Type |
Autofocus |
| Image Stabilization |
No |
| Filter Size |
62 mm x 0.75 (Front) |
| Dimensions (ø x L) |
2.8 x 3.8″ / 72 x 96 mm |
| Weight |
1 lb / 437.5 g |
