Sony's premium APS-C wide prime — 36mm equiv at f/1.8 with Zeiss Sonnar T* optics.
The Sony E 24mm f/1.8 ZA Sonnar T* is a wide prime for Sony APS-C E-mount cameras, co-developed with Zeiss under the ZA (Zeiss Alpha) designation. The Sonnar T* optical design with T* coating. Covers approximately 36mm equivalent on APS-C. Sony E mount.
f/1.8 maximum aperture. 24mm focal length (approximately 36mm equivalent on APS-C). ZA (Zeiss Alpha). Sonnar T* optical design and coating. OSS (optical steady shot) in-lens stabilisation. At approximately 226g. 49mm filter thread. Sony E mount (APS-C).
The ZA Sonnar T* designation indicates a Zeiss-qualified optical design manufactured by Sony with T* anti-reflection coating. The 36mm equivalent field of view provides a moderate wide angle suited to street, travel, and available-light photography. OSS provides stabilisation independent of body IBIS. APS-C coverage only — heavy vignetting on full-frame E-mount bodies.
On the used market the Sony E 24mm f/1.8 ZA Sonnar T* is a premium fast APS-C wide prime for Sony E-mount cameras. Condition checks: OSS engagement, 49mm front element and T* coating for marks, AF response, Sony E mount contacts. APS-C coverage only.