Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS
Announced September 12, 2012
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Reviewer Consensus
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Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS is a compact and lightweight prime lens that delivers sharp images and effective optical stabilization for hybrid shooters. While it is widely praised as a versatile everyday lens, some users find the price point high relative to its build quality and optical performance.
Weighted from 22 reviewer scores
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Sharp image quality
- Fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus
- Pleasing bokeh rendition
- Effective optical image stabilization
Cons
- Heavy vignetting and corner softness
- Visible chromatic aberrations and purple fringing
- High price point
- Inconsistent weather sealing
- Presence of coma at wide apertures
- Launch price $449.99 (USD)
- Focal length & aperture 35mm f/1.8
- Mount & coverage Sony E APS-C
- Stabilization Optical IS
- Close focus 30 cm (0.15x)
- Filter thread 49mm
- Autofocus motor Stepper motor
- Weight & size 154g (5.4 oz) · 63 x 45 mm (2.48 x 1.77 in)
What the Reviewers Say
All 22 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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- DPReview 88/100
The Sony FE 35mm F1.8 is one of Sony's most versatile primes, worthy of serious consideration by all Sony full-frame shooters who desire high quality in a small, lightweight package.
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In my tests the Sony FE 35mm f1.8 left a very good impression: It is pretty sharp across the full-frame sensor, has a nice Bokeh, and can be shot confidently under adverse contra-light situations.
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So far we weren't overly impressed by most Sony NEX lenses but the E 35mm f/1.8 OSS came as a positive surprise actually.
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The Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 does its job well as a sharp, lightweight 35mm prime lens.
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The 35mm focal length is useful and having that focal length in a prime lens often brings the benefit of a wide aperture.
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As we’ve worked through the various aspects of this lens and it’s performance, a clear picture has emerged of a very competent lens that manages to do a lot of things well in a fantastic package.
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So I think that it's a better option for video work than still photography, especially with that handy image stabilization. But I'm not denying that you can get some lovely still images with it too, and its price is reasonable, so I can still just about recommend it.
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Because it is such a well balanced lens I would recommend the Sony FE 1.8/35 to most photographers looking for a 35mm lens.
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The Sony E35mm f/1.8 OSS lens offers excellent performance with optical stabilisation a welcome feature.
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There’s a lot to love about this lens, and so there should be given that it’s pricey for 35mm f/1.8 prime.
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For most E-mount shooters, the 35mm f/1.8 is going to be their best bet in the normal range. A very nice lens and one I’m happy I own.
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If you’ve been using a zoom lens or kit lens and are ready to try a fast prime, I highly encourage you to check this lens out. It is a great all around lens for shooting travel, sports, weddings and events.
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This tiny little lens is a jewel for use as a normal lens and for shooting in any kind of low light. With both stabilization and a fast aperture, you're prepared for anything.
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That was the Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS, which was one of my first and favorite APS-C lenses of all time, but it got optically annihilated by this, a brand new 35mm f/1.7 APS-C lens from Viltrox.
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[F]or the price of the Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS, the quality you get is fantastic and it's comparable to the competition.
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[...] I think this thing is an absolutely incredible performer. If you're looking for a 35mm and that's the focal length you need or you love, this is probably gonna be a great contender.
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The 35mm f/1.8 OSS is a very solid performer given its lightweight compact size and price.
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This is the Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS lens and I honestly believe that every single photographer that owns a Sony camera should also own this lens.
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It's a great street photography lens, great everyday lens, and you can use it for a lot of different stuff, but also keep in mind it's expensive and it's a prime lens, so you're not gonna be zooming in or anything like that.
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I consider this lens to be an object oriented lens. [...] No, this thing actually kind of sucks.
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I would say this is a great lens for hybrid shooters, videographers, and for photographers who shoot for social media and web.
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[T]his is going to be the perfect choice for you.
