One of Sony’s earliest full-frame mirrorless lenses, the Sonnar T* FE 35mm f/2.8 ZA emphasizes the compact potential of the camera system without sacrificing optical quality or capabilities. Its modest f/2.8 maximum aperture reduces its low-light potential but also helps to cut weight and size, making this a perfect lens for travel shooting. Optically, it uses a Sonnar design with a trio of aspherical elements and ZEISS’s T* anti-reflective coating to achieve high sharpness, contrast, and color accuracy. A linear AF motor and internal focusing design promote quick performance, and the lens is sealed against dust and moisture for sure use in harsh conditions.
Applications: Wide-angle 35mm prime is perfect for a broad variety of subject types, and this specific lens is especially compact and lightweight, making it great for travel and walkaround shooting.
Perks
+ Compact and lightweight design is ideal for travel
+ Sonnar optical concept
+ ZEISS optical design and T* coating
+ Weather sealed
Drawbacks
- Relatively slow f/2.8 maximum aperture
- Longer minimum focusing distance
Specs
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Aperture Range | f/2.8 to f/22 |
| Optical Layout | 7 elements, 5 groups (3 aspherical elements) |
| Coating | ZEISS T* |
| Minimum Focusing Distance | 1.1' / 35 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.12x |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Filter Size | 49mm |
| Dimensions | 2.4 x 1.4" / 61.5 x 36.6mm |
| Weight | 4.2 oz / 120 g |
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