Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 Lens

Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 Prime Lens (SEL85F18)
Compact Full-Frame Short-Telephoto Portrait Prime for Sony E-Mount – Bright f/1.8 Maximum Aperture, Double Linear AF Motor System, 1 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Element, Customizable Focus Hold Button, Dedicated AF/MF Switch, 9-Blade Circular Diaphragm, Dust- and Moisture-Resistant Construction, Includes Front & Rear Lens Caps (Excellent Condition)

The Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 is a lightweight, high-performance short-telephoto prime lens designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras (also fully compatible with APS-C bodies, where it provides a 127.5mm equivalent focal length). Offering a flattering perspective with natural optical compression, it is an essential tool for portraiture, weddings, event documentation, and low-light street photography.

The optical formula features 9 elements in 8 groups, incorporating one Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass element to suppress chromatic aberrations and color fringing for crisp sharpness and color fidelity. Its bright f/1.8 maximum aperture excels in dim lighting and enables precise shallow depth-of-field control, enhanced by a rounded 9-blade circular diaphragm that renders smooth background bokeh. Autofocus is driven by a double linear motor system that delivers fast, quiet, and precise tracking for stills and video. Physical controls include a tactile AF/MF switch, an on-barrel customizable focus hold button, and weather-resistant gaskets for reliable outdoor shooting.

CONDITION DIAGNOSTICS & PHYSICAL NOTES

Included Components: Supplied with the Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 lens, Sony front lens cap, and Sony E-mount rear bayonet cap. (Dedicated lens hood included only if pictured/specified).

Exterior & Physical Status: EXCELLENT CONDITION. The matte black metal barrel, manual focus ring, focus hold button, AF/MF switch, and metal E-mount bayonet show minimal signs of light handling.

Optical & Mechanical Status: FULLY FUNCTIONAL. Optical glass elements are clean and free of scratches, haze, or fungus; the double linear autofocus motor focuses quickly and quietly; manual focus ring turns smoothly; the electronic 9-blade diaphragm functions strictly to factory specifications.

KEY FEATURES & PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS

Flattering 85mm Portrait Focal Length: Classic short-telephoto perspective flatters subject features (127.5mm equivalent on APS-C sensors).

Fast f/1.8 Maximum Aperture: Delivers strong low-light performance and shallow depth of field with rich subject isolation.

Double Linear AF Motor: Provides swift, smooth, and near-silent autofocus tracking suitable for high-speed stills and video production.

Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Element: Corrects chromatic aberrations and minimizes color fringing for edge-to-edge clarity.

Customizable Focus Hold Button: Allows on-barrel focus lock or programming for secondary functions such as Eye AF.

Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm: Generates circular out-of-focus highlights and soft background blur.

Weather-Resistant Build: Gasket-sealed barrel provides dust and moisture resistance during outdoor shooting.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Product Type: Full-Frame Short-Telephoto Prime Mirrorless Lens

Model: Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 (SEL85F18)

Lens Mount: Sony E-Mount

Sensor Format: 35mm Full-Frame (APS-C Compatible: 127.5mm Equivalent)

Focal Length: 85mm

Maximum Aperture: f/1.8

Minimum Aperture: f/22

Optical Design: 9 Elements in 8 Groups (1 ED Element)

Autofocus Drive: Double Linear Motor System

Diaphragm Blades: 9 (Rounded Circular)

Minimum Focus Distance: 2.62 ft / 0.8 m

Maximum Magnification: 0.13x

Filter Thread Size: 67 mm

Barrel Controls: Focus Hold Button, AF/MF Switch

Dimensions: Approx. 3.07 x 3.23 inches / 78 x 82 mm

Weight: Approx. 13.1 oz / 371 g

Physical Condition: Excellent overall cosmetic and mechanical condition

Included Accessories: Front Lens Cap, Rear Lens Cap

Color: Matte Black