Sony FE 135mm f1.8 GM Lens

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Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 G Master Lens: Unmatched Precision and Clarity

Overview

Unlock new creative possibilities with the Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 G Master Lens. This high-performance, full-frame E-mount lens is designed for those who demand exceptional resolution and sharpness. Part of Sony's prestigious G Master series, the 135mm f/1.8 lens offers unparalleled image quality, making it the perfect choice for portraiture, low-light photography, and any scenario requiring top-tier optical performance.

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Key Features

Advanced Optical Design:

  • Bright f/1.8 Aperture: Delivers outstanding low-light performance and allows for significant control over depth of field, creating stunning background separation and bokeh.
  • Rounded 11-Blade Diaphragm: Produces smooth, aesthetically pleasing bokeh, ideal for portraits and selective focus techniques.
  • XA Element: The extreme aspherical (XA) element helps correct spherical aberrations, ensuring superior sharpness and clarity across the entire frame.
  • Super ED and ED Elements: Incorporates two extra-low dispersion (ED) elements, including one Super ED element, to minimize chromatic aberrations and color fringing, enhancing image clarity and color accuracy.
  • Nano AR Coating: Reduces surface reflections, flare, and ghosting, providing improved contrast and color rendering, even in challenging lighting conditions.

Fast and Accurate Autofocus:

  • XD Linear Motor System: Offers quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance, making it ideal for both photo and video applications.
  • Internal Focus Mechanism: Maintains a consistent lens length during focusing, contributing to fast and accurate autofocus.

Versatile Close-Up Performance:

  • Minimum Focusing Distance: Close focusing distance of 2.3 feet (0.7 meters) with a maximum magnification of 0.25x, perfect for capturing intricate details in close-up work.
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Customizable and Practical Controls:

  • AF/MF Switch: Located on the lens barrel for easy switching between autofocus and manual focus modes.
  • Two Focus Hold Buttons: Customizable buttons on the lens barrel provide intuitive, tactile control and quick access to preferred settings.
  • Physical Aperture Ring with De-Click Switch: Allows for precise control over aperture settings, with a de-click function for smooth, silent adjustments during video recording.

Durable and Weather-Resistant:

  • Dust and Moisture-Resistant Construction: Engineered to withstand challenging environmental conditions, ensuring reliable performance in various shooting scenarios.
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Specifications

  • Model Name: FE 135mm f/1.8 G Master
  • Mount Type: E-Mount/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22
  • Lens Elements: 11 elements in 8 groups (including 1 XA, 2 ED, and 1 Super ED element)
  • Coatings: Nano AR and Fluorine
  • Autofocus System: XD Linear Motor
  • Focus Mechanism: Internal Focus
  • Minimum Focus Distance: 2.3 feet (0.7 meters)
  • Maximum Magnification: 0.25x
  • Diaphragm Blades: 11 (Rounded)
  • Physical Dimensions: 89.5 x 127 mm
  • Weight: 950 grams
  • Additional Features: Physical Aperture Ring with De-Click Switch, Customizable Focus Hold Buttons

What's in the Box:

  • Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 G Master Lens
  • Lens Hood (ALC-SH155)
  • Front Lens Cap (ALC-F82S)
  • Rear Lens Cap (ALC-R1EM)
  • Lens Case 
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Elevate Your Photography with the Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 G Master Lens

The Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 G Master Lens is meticulously crafted to deliver top-notch performance for photographers who seek the ultimate in image quality. Whether you're capturing portraits with stunning background blur, shooting in low-light conditions, or working on high-precision close-ups, this lens ensures every shot is rendered with unparalleled sharpness and clarity.

Why Choose the Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 G Master?

  • Exceptional Sharpness and Detail: Advanced optical design and premium lens elements ensure your images are razor-sharp from edge to edge.
  • Beautiful, Smooth Bokeh: The rounded 11-blade diaphragm creates a stunning background blur that enhances the subject of your portraits.
  • Professional-Grade Build Quality: Dust and moisture resistance, along with robust construction, guarantee reliable performance in any environment.
  • Versatile and Intuitive Controls: Customizable buttons and a de-clickable aperture ring provide seamless operation, especially beneficial for video work. 
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Capture Every Detail with Precision and Style

Experience the pinnacle of portrait photography with the Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 G Master Lens. With its combination of cutting-edge technology, exceptional optical performance, and user-friendly design, this lens is a powerful tool for photographers who strive for perfection in every shot. Elevate your work to new heights with the Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 G Master.

Format 35mm full frame
Maximum Aperture (F) 2.8
Image Stabilization (SteadyShot) - (body-integrated)
Hood Type Petal shape, fixed type
Mount Sony E-mount
Teleconverter Compatibility (X2.0) -
Teleconverter Compatibility (X1.4) -
Zoom System Manual
Aperture Blades 9
Angle Of View (35mm) 122°-84°
Angle Of View (APS-C) 99°-61°
Circular Aperture Yes
Focal-Length (Mm) 12-24
35mm Equivalent Focal-Length (APS-C) 18-36
Minimum Aperture (F) 22
Lens Groups / Elements 14-17
Minimum Focus Distance 0.28 m(0.92 ft)
Maximum Magnification Ratio (X) 0.14
Dimensions (D X L) 97.6 x 137 mm(3-7/8 x 5-1/2 in.)
Weight 847 g(29.9 oz.)

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Understanding: Aperture

Aperture is the opening in a camera lens that controls how much light enters the camera. It's measured in f-stops like f/2.8 or f/8. Lower f-stop numbers mean wider openings, letting in more light and creating a shallow depth of field (blurry background). Higher f-stop numbers mean smaller openings, letting in less light and creating a larger depth of field (more of the scene in focus). Aperture also affects the quality of out-of-focus areas in the image (bokeh).

Understanding: Lens Types

Different lenses have different purposes to achieve different styles of images, some popular ones include:
Prime Lens: Fixed focal length, sharp images, great for portraits and dark settings.
Zoom Lens: Variable focal length, versatile for different shots and everyday use..
Wide-Angle Lens: Captures wide scenes like landscapes.
Telephoto Lens: Magnifies distant subjects, ideal for sports & wildlife.
Macro Lens: Perfect for close-up photography of small subjects.
Fisheye Lens: Ultra-wide perspective, creates unique images.

Understanding: Lens Mounts

Different camera brands use different lens mounts, which are like connectors that attach lenses to camera bodies. Each mount is specific to a particular brand and camera series. For example, Canon uses the EF and RF mounts, Nikon uses the F mount, Sony uses the E mount for its mirrorless cameras. These mounts dictate which lenses are compatible with which cameras. Some brands offer adapters to use lenses from other systems, but it's essential to ensure compatibility for proper functionality and autofocus performance.

Understanding: Manual and Autofocus

Manual focus and autofocus are two ways to adjust the sharpness of a camera lens. With manual focus, you turn a ring on the lens to bring the subject into focus yourself, giving you full control over what appears sharp in the image. Autofocus, on the other hand, relies on the camera's built-in technology to automatically adjust the focus for you, usually by detecting contrast or phase differences in the scene. Autofocus can be convenient, especially for fast-moving subjects or when you need to capture a quick shot, whereas manual focus allows for precise adjustments and creative control over the final image.

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