Sony EF Sonnar T 55mm F1.8 ZA
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12 years ago
Amazingly clear, great bokeh!!!
This was my first Zeiss lens and I was hesitant to spend the money. The sel50f18 takes some great pics.I'm glad I took the plunge! I like this lens so much I bought the sel24f18z the next day.
Pros:
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons:
- No Oss
11 years ago
Wow! Super Sharp!
"I purchased this lens along with the A7ii and what a combo! the sharpness, colors, and performance is amazing! This lens is worth every penny, and even better on sale for $799.99!!!"
11 years ago
Sharp, Sharp, Sharp
This is the sharpest and the best quality 55 mm lens money can buy. You will never regret buying it. Light, fast and durable.
Pros:
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Quick Focus
- Rugged
- Sharp Focus
- Strong Construction
8 years ago
Sharp. Really sharp
This lens makes me want to be a better photographer... and hopefully it'll help me become one!
8 years ago
Killer lens but can't justify it for the price.
Killer lens but can't justify it for the price. So many other options out there that deliver 90% of this lens for half the price
7 years ago
One of my best lenses for portraits
I love this lens and had to pay it forward with a review. This lens is great in low light on my a7iii, super crisp vivid photos. I recommend this lens because it has great bokeh and can be your primary lens if you had to just pick one. Hope this helps. - cheers
7 years ago
Tack Sharp & Fast.
I bought it last 1stDec'18 with A7III as a package after I straight swap it with my Nikon arsenal D300, battery grip, nikkor 24-70f2.8, 105f2, Tokina 100 macro, Tokina 11-18, SB800, nikon tele 2X, R1 macro flash.
7 years ago
I have this and the 50mm 1.4 FE Zeiss....
This was one of three lenses that I had purchased with my A7III and it is perfect focal length for me. The build quality is excellent and the sharpness will cut you. I had recently purchased the 50mm 1.4 FE Zeiss due to the glowing recommendations I had been reading online about it.
12 years ago
Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA Review
The Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA captures sharp, lovely images, but it's not a budget lens. The Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA ($999.99 direct) is the first standard-angle prime lens for Sony's full-fame mirrorless camera system. Its maximum f/1.8 aperture isn't as sexy as the more standard f/1.4, but it makes up for slightly less light gathering capability with incredible sharpness and a compact design. The only minor quibble is a lack of optical stabilization, but most prime lenses in the 50mm range aren't stabilized. It's a great lens, with no distortion, but its asking price is a bit higher than comparable lenses for full-frame SLR systems. The Sonnar measures 2.8 by 2.5 inches (HD) and weighs about 11.2 ounces. Its barrel is metal, with a large manual focus ring, and like the Alpha 7 and Alpha 7R it's sealed against dust and moisture. The front element isn't overly large, it's surrounded by a 49mm filter ring. The lens hood is a petal style, and is reversible so it won't take up extra room in your bag when not in use. The lens can focus on objects as clo...
Pros:
- Extremely sharp from edge to edge
- Negligible distortion
- Wide f/1.8 aperture
- Excellent build quality
Cons:
- Expensive
- Not optically stabilized
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