Sony's most popular portrait prime at 85mm f/1.8, fast dual-motor AF with beautiful bokeh at mid-range pricing.
The Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 is a compact portrait prime for Sony full-frame E-mount providing the classic 85mm perspective at the fast f/1.8 aperture — one of Sony's most popular lenses for its combination of quality, speed, and value. Note: the lens does not have OSS — only AF.
The f/1.8 aperture creates beautiful portrait bokeh at the classic 85mm perspective, and the dual linear motor AF provides fast, quiet autofocus ideal for both stills and video. The optical design uses an ED element for improved colour correction and sharpness.
Build quality is compact Sony with dust and moisture resistance. The lens is remarkably lightweight for an 85mm f/1.8, and the circular 9-blade aperture produces smooth round bokeh highlights for flattering portrait backgrounds.
The Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 offers the most popular Sony portrait prime at excellent used pricing. The fast f/1.8, compact dimensions, and quality AF provide genuine portrait capability at a fraction of GM pricing.