With a standard 50 mm focal length on full-frame cameras, this is an unbeatable choice for photographers who love to work with prime lenses, and a perfect starting point for a superb ZEISS lens collection. Sharpness and contrast are excellent throughout the image at all apertures, and a 9-blade circular aperture contributes to beautiful bokeh when required. AF operation is quiet and responsive.
ZEISS lenses are known for their superior sharpness, contrast, and well-defined blacks. This fine lens represents the peak of perfection in all of the above characteristics.
A refined ZEISS Planar optical configuration with two aspherical elements delivers superb sharpness with an absolute minimum of distortion and aberration throughout the image.
Sony’s SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) drive system works with a precision focus mechanism to achieve smooth, silent autofocus operation and fast response.
A 9-blade circular aperture works with this lens’s F1.4 maximum aperture to produce beautifully smooth background bokeh with natural highlights when desired.
Legendary ZEISS quality manufactured and calibrated specifically for Sony imaging products. The T coating contributes to exquisite rendering and contrast.