With its bright f/1.4 aperture and "true to sight" focal length, the Sony E Aurora 35mm f/1.4 Lens from Sirui is a classic wide-angle prime lens with a compact and lightweight design. The versatile focal length suits everything from street shooting to landscape and documentary subjects, and the fast maximum aperture excels in low-light and for controlling depth of field.
Wide-Angle Versatility and f/1.4 Speed
- The 35mm focal length is a true all-rounder, serving as a reliable tool for capturing street scenes, landscapes, and reportage, while also being a strong creative contender for fashion and portrait photography.
- The fast f/1.4 maximum aperture benefits working in low-light conditions; additionally, it helps to control depth of field and produce selective focus effects.
- The built-in STM motor provides accurate and stable focus tracking with minimal focus breathing, ideal for video production.
Optical Design
- Three Aspherical lenses correct spherical and edge color aberrations.
- Two ED lenses minimize chromatic dispersion and aberration for natural color.
- One HRI lens reduces glare, chromatic aberration, and purple fringing.
- 13-bladed diaphragm for creating a smooth, impressive bokeh effect.
- Features 16 lens elements in 11 groups.
Physical Attributes
- The Click On/Off button enables de-clicking the physical aperture ring for smooth, silent aperture switching to benefit video applications.
- The Iris Lock button locks the aperture at a specific manual setting or toggles between auto and manual control.
- The FN button enables focus lock when held down or can be set to a custom function.
- The AF/MF button enables toggling between autofocus and manual focus.
- The electronic contacts support Exif data transmission.
- The USB-C port built into the lens mount supports firmware upgrades.
Additional Lens Features
- This lens is distinguished by its sleek and lightweight form factor, measuring 2.99 x 4.05" and weighing 1.08 lb.
- The included lens hood reduces lens flare, protects from accidental impacts, and has a release button for easy removal.
- The lens's fluorine-coated front element resists dust, moisture, and fingerprints and is easy to clean.
- The lens is built to resist dust, dirt, and water, making it suitable for many different conditions.