The FE 135mm f/1.8 GM from Sony is a medium telephoto prime characterized by its bright and sophisticated design. The advanced optical design incorporates two extra-low dispersion elements, including one Super ED element, to reduce chromatic aberrations and one XA (extreme aspherical) element, which significantly controls spherical aberrations for a high degree of image sharpness and clarity. For controlling focus, an XD Linear Motor system is employed that is quick and quiet and also lends more responsive control for manual focus operation. As part of Sony’s esteemed G Master series, this lens is designed to achieve notably high resolution and sharpness through the correction of a wide variety of spherical and chromatic aberrations. Additionally, these lenses feature robust and intuitive-to-handle physical designs to benefit both photography and cine applications. Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture benefits working in difficult lighting conditions and also offers a wealth of control over the focus position when using shallow depth of field techniques. Two extra-low dispersion elements, including one Super ED element, are featured in the lens design and help to reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing for improved clarity and color neutrality. An XD Linear Motor system and internal focus mechanism provides quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance and also contributes to more natural, intuitive manual focus control. An AF/MF switch is located on the lens barrel for tactile control over this setting. Dust- and moisture-sealed design better permits working in inclement conditions and rubberized control rings benefit handling in colder temperatures.
Sony FE 135mm F/1.8 GM Specs
Focal Length | 135mm |
Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
Lens Mount | Sony E |
Format Compatibility | Full-Frame |
Angle of View | 18° |
Maximum Magnification | 0.25x |
Minimum Focus Distance | 2.3' / 70 cm |
Optical Design | 13 Elements in 10 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 11, Rounded |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Image Stabilization | None |
Filter Size | 82 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ø x L) | 3.52 x 5" / 89.5 x 127 mm |
Weight | 33.5 oz / 950 g |