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7artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 Lens for Sony E (Black)

BH #7A55F14BKSE • MFR #A501B
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7artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 Lens for Sony E (Black)
Key Features
  • E-Mount Lens/APS-C Format
  • 82.5mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/16
  • Multi-Layer Coating
Characterized by its fast design, the black, Sony E-mount 55mm f/1.4 Lens from 7artisans is a compact portrait-length prime well-suited for available-light photography. Its bright f/1.4 maximum aperture benefits working in low lighting and also enables isolating subject matter using selective focus and shallow depth of field. The six elements, five groups optical design is enhanced with a multi-layer coating that helps to suppress flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color rendering in a variety of lighting conditions. Additionally, the manual focus design of the lens permits working with subjects as close as 1.1' away and its 14-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
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7artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 Overview

Characterized by its fast design, the black, Sony E-mount 55mm f/1.4 Lens from 7artisans is a compact portrait-length prime well-suited for available-light photography. Its bright f/1.4 maximum aperture benefits working in low lighting and also enables isolating subject matter using selective focus and shallow depth of field. The six elements, five groups optical design is enhanced with a multi-layer coating that helps to suppress flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color rendering in a variety of lighting conditions. Additionally, the manual focus design of the lens permits working with subjects as close as 1.1' away and its 14-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.

Portrait-length prime is designed for APS-C-format Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras and offers an 82.5mm equivalent focal length.
Bright f/1.4 maximum aperture benefits working with shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques, and also suits photographing in low-light conditions.
Multi-layer coating has been applied to individual elements and reduces flare and ghosting in order to produce greater contrast and color accuracy when working in strong lighting conditions.
Manual focus design permits working with subjects as close as 1.1'.
Depth of field and distance scales aid pre-focusing and zone focusing techniques.
Rounded 14-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
UPC: 707581264974

7artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
55mm (35mm Equivalent: 82.5mm)
Maximum Aperture
f/1.4
Lens Mount
Sony E
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
49 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/1.4
Minimum Aperture
f/16
Lens Mount
Sony E
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Minimum Focus Distance
1.15' / 35 cm
Optical Design
6 Elements in 5 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
14, Rounded
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
49 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.09 x 2.17" / 53 x 55 mm
Weight
9.59 oz / 272 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.99 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.5 x 4.4 x 3.6"

7artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 Reviews

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How well does this work for portraits?

How well does this work for portraits?
Asked by: Corot
I haven't used for portraits, but the lens is a joy to use for street and low light, pin sharp and no aberration whatsoever - that I noticed. Almost unbelievable performance for the price.
Answered by: Paulo
Date published: 2019-08-08

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Where this lense made?
Asked by: Anonymous
This lens is made in China.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2023-04-14

Would this lens affect eye auto focus and is it ...

Would this lens affect eye auto focus and is it good for video?
Asked by: Don
This is a manual focus lens and has no bearing with eye autofocus. If you don't mind manually focusing for video, yes, this would be a good lens for video.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-03-24

Does the aperture ring have click stops?

Does the aperture ring have click stops?
Asked by: 3Percent
I'm sorry but the aperture ring does not have click stops.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-06-04

Does the front of the lens rotate during ...

Does the front of the lens rotate during focusing? Thanks.
Asked by: Kevin
The front of the 7artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 Lens does not rotate during focusing. The focusing system on that lens is smooth and seamless.
Answered by: Hassan
Date published: 2023-04-14

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Can 7artisans be used with Sony a7 III ? If so what adapter can you use?
Asked by: Leonard R.
Yes theybmake them for the summer ny mount as well
Answered by: rejean l.
Date published: 2018-08-27

will this lens auto focus with the Leica CL ?

will this lens auto focus with the Leica CL ?
Asked by: Frank
no
Answered by: MOHAMEDELAMIN
Date published: 2019-11-22
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