Sony has successfully integrated remarkable quality into the remarkably compact Sonnar T* FE 35mm f/2.8 ZA Lens, rendering it an excellent companion for travel, street, and landscape photography, where both image quality and portability are essential. This exceptional wide-angle prime lens adheres to the traditional Sonnar design, featuring a bright f/2.8 maximum aperture. It is an ideal pairing for α7 series full-frame cameras, offering exceptional optical performance within a versatile 35 mm focal length, and this ZEISS® lens provides outstanding contrast and resolution across the entire image.
ZEISS Optics
Drawing upon the ZEISS Sonnar optical concept, this lens features a configuration of seven elements arranged in five groups, facilitating a substantial maximum aperture of f/2.8 while effectively minimizing flare and enhancing contrast. The design includes three double-sided aspherical elements, which serve to mitigate astigmatism, field curvature, coma, and various other monochromatic aberrations. Each lens surface is treated with ZEISS T* anti-reflective coatings, which are designed to reduce reflections, thereby improving image clarity, contrast, and color accuracy. Additionally, the rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to an aesthetically pleasing bokeh effect when utilizing selective focus techniques.
Autofocus and Handling
The linear autofocus motor combined with an internal focus mechanism ensures rapid and accurate autofocus capabilities, facilitating precise and quiet focusing during video recording. The design is sealed against dust and moisture, allowing for effective operation in adverse weather conditions, while the rubberized control rings enhance grip in colder environments. The lens boasts a modest f/2.8 maximum aperture, contributing to its sleek and lightweight profile, making it an excellent choice for travel, with dimensions of approximately 1.5 inches in length and a weight of merely 4.2 ounces. Accompanying the lens is a compact cap-style lens hood that effectively minimizes flare and includes a dedicated 40.5mm filter thread, in addition to the 49mm thread present on the lens itself.
