Sony FE 35mm F1.8 Review: Part 1 | 4K

[@MrRandomatom]

Since discovering your channel, I don’t ever buy a lens without watching your review(s) of it, as well as your reviews of alternatives.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That's very high praise, Adam. Thank you.

[@serviola3]

Light, compact, fast, nice bokeh, silent, and sharp what else for a mirrorles ? I bought It after watching your video. Awesome lens.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@pedrosanzgras6029]

Mr. Abbott, keep making these videos, thank you!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Will do.

[@sdijnfpo0jaisf]

Dustin, you evaluate the lens's ability to do eye af. But isn't that more of a function of the camera body? The body does the focusing and closed-loop control, provided that the lens can keep up. But for a static test, like you did with yourself and cat, isn't it virtually 100% up to the body to do eye af?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

You would be surprised. I've done a lot of tests of lenses under identical conditions and with the same cameras, and not all lenses have the same success rate.

[@guipe43]

Really beautiful pictures of you by your daughter, Dustin! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Thank you. Merry Christmas to you!

[@adrianfaulkner1353]

I actually swapped the Sigma 35mm f1.4 for the Sony 35mm f1.8 and so far I'm more than happy, at first I did think I would miss F1.4 but honestly I haven't and it especially makes up for it in size and weight, another excellent review Dustin looking forward to seeing part two 📷😉

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I can't say that I'm surprised by this. It's sharp enough to meet most everyone's needs, and it is such a wonderful package in terms of size and build.

[@shutterpp1108]

@adrian faulkner how would you compare the 2 lenses in terms of IQ and AF?

[@adrianfaulkner1353]

@@shutterpp1108 I would say the sigma is a little bit sharper and has that lovely F1.4 bokeh but the sony is still plenty sharp enough and it's so small and light weight compared especially for hiking and travel, so if the size and weight isn't a problem then i still prefer the sigma but the sony is so close in IQ, for focus definitely the sony it's really great the is sigma is very good just not as good as the sony for focusing 📷👍

[@movia3180]

Thanks from Sydney Dustin. Perfect balanced review.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@roadrunnerruud61]

Hi there Dustin. Got the 35mm a couple of weeks ago and so far I am very happy with. Great results and that size and weight, wow! Thanks for another great review and looking forward to part 2. Merry X-mas.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Glad you are enjoying it. Merry Christmas to you.

[@GaryJahman]

Thank you for the video Dustin. I did a comparison myself with the Sigma 35 f1.4, Samyang/Rokinon f1.4 and this Sony 35 f1.8. And as you mentioned the Sony hits the sweet spot of being compact with good image quality but the price for this one is a bit too high compared to the competition. For me the Sigma was the winner even though it is bigger and heavier. I'm guessing you're going to do a comparison in the future as well?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I will do only a few minor comparisons. I've got 7 reviews going right now and don't have the time to make this a major comparison.

[@GaryJahman]

@@DustinAbbottTWI good luck to you!

[@Kunal0915]

Does the internal gasket at the mount protect from Moisture and dust getting in through the mount and on the sensor as well?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It should. That's part of the point of using weather sealed lenses on weather sealed cameras.

[@waynedgray4807]

Dustin. First of all, thank you for ALL of your reviews. They are VERY HELPFUL. I own this Sony FE 35mm F1.8 lens and it has all the attributes you mentioned. I have one issue with this lens, I'd like to address. When I first purchased this lens, I notice that when I tip it fore and aft there is a noticeable weight shift that you can "feel" clunking fore and aft. I returned the lens to B & H and received a replacement, that has exactly the same issue. When connected to the camera and turned on, this for and aft weight shifting stops and lens functions perfectly as expected. Is this common in this or other Sony Lenses? It is the ONLY lens I have ever purchased that has this phenomenon. Thanks for all your review, they really are GREAT!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

You Tube has it right - that is due to a floating element, and that's what allows the close focus abilities of the lens.

[@waynedgray4807]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks for the update! Appreciate the help

[@paweborek5937]

This is a very good lens. I switched from Samyang 35 f1,4 and I'm more than happy. It is light, very compact and very sharp lens.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Not surprised. It's pretty much a winning formula.

[@boonieops5940]

Same here! Switched to Sony from Sigma Art 1.4 and never looked back!

[@dueltheman]

Thank you for this great review and thank you very much for also using the metric system. Greetings from France :-)

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Glad it was helpful!

[@foxtowercommunications]

@@DustinAbbottTWI But no weight in Stone? I may have to switch to Chris and Jordan at DP Review! JK. Great and thorough review as always. I used to think 35mm was the most boring focal length, but find I am using that end of the range with my 16-35 due to the lack of distortion.

[@sheiktanvirroshan7608]

I am so interested in that extension grip. Would like to know which one is it and where to find one

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

You can see my coverage here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g17GqZt6ZdGHq6M

[@karlozbg1]

I like your background setup, dark. Thanks for another review. Have you switched to record your videos using the EOS R?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I use it to supplement, but my video workflow is still largely Sony. The crop factor of the EOS R is a bit of a pain, and, at the moment, I feel like the footage I get from Sony is still a bit better.

[@chryseass.5143]

Hi Dustin, Thanks for doing this in depth review so soon after its release. I hope that you can do some sort of compare to its older sibling, the Sony 35 f2.8 in terms of the image quality . I guess that I have been spoiled by the quality of the 24 f1.4 GM lens so this 35 f1.8 release is leaving me a bit undecided especially as I have the older 35f2,8 lens in my kit .

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Hi there, I'm afraid that wasn't on my agenda. I'm just starting to get better access to Sony loaners, but it is a "one-at-a-time" kind of arrangement. I've actually already completed this review and the lens is on its way back to Sony.

[@chryseass.5143]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Well , we certainly appreciate your in depth reviews and you can't cover everything! Perhaps a friend has the older Sony 35 f2.8 lens that you could borrow to check it out!

[@proteus1]

Weather sealing. smear some small amount vaseline around the flange...

[@jmartinianovlogging1482]

Thank Sir For msking time on this! 🙏🙏🙏

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It's my pleasure

Did you notice if the focusing-drive made any noises when the lens is turned-off/detached? At least on my copy I can hear it moving when I handle the lens.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I didn't notice anything like that.

[@arminarno]

Very good review. It was a very difficult choice for me if I should buy the FE 35mm, 1,8 or the Sony - Zeiss 35mm, 2,8. I shoot Outdoor most of the time and I read that the weather protection and the build quality of the 2,& lens is much better in comparison with the 1,8. And the filter thread of the 1,8 should be made of plastic as well as the lens itself. Finally I bought the 1,8. Was this a mistake? Kind regards from Austria 🇦🇹, Armin

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I personally think you made the right choice.

[@arminarno]

Dustin Abbott Thank you very much for your reply!😊👍

[@skk565]

Great video :) Would you recommend this lens for night photography? Especially bokeh.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It has solid AF, though the bokeh isn't the best I've seen in a 35mm.

[@mike.k]

Dustin, wich lens is sharper, this one or Canon RF 35 1.8?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Wow - it's been years since I've tested either one, so I don't know if I can answer that with confidence. The Sony has less vignette...but lower magnification. That much I remember.

[@reversoclips5608]

why using the f-stop of your camera so open in this video if dont have to blur the background ?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It's a personal choice. I often prefer the shallow DOF look

[@mlentsch]

These new sony lenses are SO versatile.... Still image quality is great, but the autofocus for video is downright paradigm-changing for a one-man-band such as myself. Even the 24-105 is a wonderful lens for video - I use it professionally for stills and video. Cheers-

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I agree. People who don't do video don't realize how much of a difference AF that you can count on makes.

[@vasilisa22]

Thanks a lot, The best review! DO you think this lens will be good for shooting makeup tutorials for youtube when camera is pointing at me? How far away should i put the camera from myself on a tripod? Many thanks!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Actually a bit longer a focal length would probably be better. A wider focal length like this would require you to move the camera closer, which often will result in some perspective distortion.

[@viramati5831]

Mine mostly definitely has a gasket on the mount but it is not so prominent as the ones on the GM lenses

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It is there, but it is almost completely flush and nearly undetectable. It is the thinnest gasket I've ever seen on a weather sealed lens outside of the 55mm F1.8.

[@sumanhazra8731]

Sony 35mm 1.8 focusing is very fast and silent, in terms of price is worthit. though sigma art 35mm 1.2 DN is a beast.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It is a great focusing lens!

[@sumanhazra8731]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Sir waiting for the part 2 of this video.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

End of the week.

[@terisalou]

I returned mine. Focusing in lower light it would not lock on and would hunt continuously!

[@sumanhazra8731]

@@terisalou yes i knw but according to price, its value for it

[@portraitdabbler9221]

Samyang 45mm 1.8 vs Sony 35mm 1.8 which is better?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That depends on your priorities. The Sony has much nicer build and features. The Samyang is really good optically - a plastic fantastic. I prefer the Sony for the overall packaging but probably the Samyang for the optics.

[@portraitdabbler9221]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Hi Dustin, Thank you for replying. 😊 I appreciate it. It means a lot.😊 I already have the Samyang 45mm 1.8. I dont have any complaints. I shoot indoors mostly in tight spaces. I was thinking of getting the Sony 35 1.8 for the minimum focusing distance especially for POV shots, video & overall sharpness. What I am unsure about is 35mm vs 45mm how much more of the world will I be able to fit in terms of field of view? Also the price tag , is it really worth it? considering I already have the Samyang 45mm 1.8.

[@kolapyellow7631]

Like the compact size. Good for travel.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Agreed.

[@desertbornproductions]

Great Video thank you. When using this lens on the the A7iii and enabling crop mode in 4k (making it more like a 50mm), will I lose any image quality.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

No - it looks great for 4K video in either full frame or super35.

[@Mmmk642]

Thank you for the review. I've heard people saying that the lens makes a constant whirring noise when the camera is turned on, and it can be picked up by the internal mic very faintly. Does your copy do that as well?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I have not noticed that at all.

[@kaushiksubramaniamm1630]

Hey Dustin , Great Video 😁would you suggest this lens over the sigma 35mm f1.4 art for sony e mount ?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It depends on your priorities. The Sigma is a bit sharper, but the Sony has much better focus, is smaller, and has great image quality itself.

[@kaushiksubramaniamm1630]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Hey , I am currently trying streets and Portraits . Does this change anything ?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I would probably go for this lens, myself.

[@kaushiksubramaniamm1630]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Thank you so much !!!!

[@CraigBoehman]

I recently opted for the Sigma 35mm 1.4 as opposed to choosing this lens. At the time, the price was exactly the same at $800 - although it hurts me now that B&H is offering the Sigma at $650! Anyway, I knew the autofocus on the Sony 35mm 1.8 would be superior (I own the 85mm 1.8 - the autofocus of which is quite amazing) but I couldn't get over the fact that I could get quality 1.4 glass at the same price. This may be something you touch on in the next video too when you talk about the image quality. Nice review of the lens, Dustin. It looks like a great choice if size and autofocus is preferred over price point and perhaps quality.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I can understand that decision, though I'm not sure I would make it. It depends on your priorities. For me, I do value the form factor of this lens and the superior autofocus performance (particularly for video). The Sigma FE "reskins" (the lenses not originally developed for mirrorless) don't have as good of autofocus.

[@HSNG10]

Wonder if Sony will add the 24mmF1.8 to the 35, 55 and 85F1.8...

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I doubt this is the last such lens. This series has done well for them.

[@Carpon408]

Very detailed review! Great job Sir. I have a question regarding this lens. I picked this lens up not long ago and had used it a few times. I noticed that the lens make this rattling sound like there are loose parts moving around in the lens when I give it a little shake (when the lens is not attached to the camera). I know you are supposed to hear the elements moving when you shake the lens but it should not be this much. I have tried to shake my zeiss 55mm f1.8 and 24mm f1.4 but they make very little sound comparing to the 35mm f1.8. Is this a problem caused by a floating element in the lens or is it an issue with the product? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That's due to the floating element. It's a pretty common approach that allows for better close up performance.

[@hidayatullashaikh5250]

What is your opinion on this Sony 35mm1.8fe vs new Sigma 35mm1.4 dg dn considering image quality and focusing Thanks in advance 👍

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I would slightly prefer the Sigma optically. The Sony has a slight edge in terms of focus quality.

[@Ni5ei]

Saturated market? Please name a few compact 35 f1.8 lenses for Sony full frame.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

You are narrowing down to F1.8, but there are a total of 7 other autofocus options at 35mm along with several manual focus options (there is a Zeiss Loxia 35mm F1.8, though, to answer your question). I would call 8-10 choices at one focal length fairly saturated, no?

[@ApiaryGaming]

Hi, I am looking into switching to Sony mirrorless when I upgrade my setup, for the added benefit of video performance as well - I've been trying to find the best setup for getting good quality images while keeping the setup lightweight, but the main interest I have in this lens is the OSS - combined with the IBIS and the ability to shoot 120fps slowmo, I feel like this would be a great handheld video lens, snappy autofocus and good stability. I do own a gimbal, but I want something practical for personal use that can still cut it for professional use. What do you think of the image quality of this lens? I currently have a Sigma 35mm 1.4 - do you think I would notice much of a difference in quality? For personal use I am not that bothered but for my client work obviously I want the best quality I can. Thanks

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

You will see a bit less corner performance at wider apertures but similar center performance. AF performance will be noticeably better than the Sigma, and it is a wonderfully compact lens.

[@ApiaryGaming]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks for the rapid response. This was what I expected but couldn't find anything that ticked all the boxes really - thinking of pairing it with a 55 1.8 which I believe has better IQ

[@malaybasu961]

Please compare its performance against 55 Zeiss, purely based on picture quality.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I will make a few references to the Zeiss, but I didn't have an opportunity to run a direct comparison due to not having the Zeiss available.

[@reynaldohernandez1425]

I compare both lenses, I didn’t make a video though but the 35mm1.8 is almost as sharp as the 55mm. You won’t tell the difference.

[@AgnostosGnostos]

It has a very high price. With similar or lower prices there are many options of full frame 35mm e-mount lenses. The full frame e-mount sigma 35mm f/1.4 is a little cheaper. The autofocus full frame e-mount Samyang/Rokinon 35mm f/1.4 has nearly half the price. Also for those who own the autofocus a-mount to e-mount adapter of SONY LA-EA3 or LA-EA4 the cheaper full frame Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 a-mount is phenomenal. The little more expensive and narrower manual focus full frame e-mount Voigtlander Nokton 40mm f/1.2 with electronic contacts for easier manual focus is an exceptional lens. The cheaper manual focus full frame e-mount Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 Lens for Sony E with electronic contacts for easier manual focus. At f/2.8 there is the little cheaper and excellent full frame Sony Zeiss 35mm f/2.8. The cheap full frame autofocus e-mount Samyang/Rikinon 35mm f/2.8. The recent full frame Tamron 35mm f/2.8. Above 800$ there many other lenses too. Like the unique full frame e-mount designed for mirrorless cameras, Sigma 35mm f/1.2 or the very sharp full frame Sony Zeiss FE 35mm f/1.4. There is a strong competition at 35mm with the full frame e-mount lenses. Photographers have a plethora of choices. The variety of e-mount lenses has matured now and Canon and Nikon with RF and Z mount must run faster to catch the mirrorless revolution.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I agree that there are many choices (I make that point in my final reviews), but I think this is still a very good one for a number of reasons.

[@kriskorat]

Why is the regular SEL35mm 1.8 almost half cheaper and has image stabilisation, while the 35mm f1.8 doesn't have one? Is the image quality in the FE35mm 1.8F so much better? If yes, is it just better, because FE cameras are better than E cameras, so in that relation you get better quality? Anyone?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Typically engineering for a smaller sensor size (APS-C) is less demanding and allows for cheaper, smaller lenses. A 35mm APS-C lens is actually more like a 50mm lens on full frame, which tends to be cheaper and easier to build, too. I'm not saying that the FE 35mm F1.8 should be as expensive as it is (I think it should be at least $100 cheaper), but there's no question that it is the superior lens to the APS-C lens in engineering, build, and performance. Sony has put OSS in almost no full frame primes (outside of macro, to my knowledge), and instead relies on the IBIS in the camera bodies which is now essentially universal (from series 2 on).

[@kriskorat]

Dustin Abbott Thank you very much for your response. So I am getting better image quality overall with the latest FE35mm lens? It's not more expensive just because it's made for FE cameras? All the best!;)

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Yes, it is definitely the better lens.

[@albedo0point39]

This is going to be interesting. Got to say I tried it in a store and really disliked the bokeh... didn’t buy on that basis. Let’s see what you think!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That wasn't my observation. I think it is pretty decent.

[@yosoyyo1899]

In my experience the bokeh was very pleasant for portraits.

[@LessTalkMoreDelicious]

Amazing lens... if the Tamron 28-75mm wasn’t my primary and fave lens, this 35FE would def be next in line.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I totally get it. It's an excellent lens.

[@yosoyyo1899]

I own the tamron 28-75 and I rented the 35 1.8 for a week and I’ll tell you I would pick the 35mm over the tamron. More compact, sharper and the bokeh is much more pleasant. I own the 55mm 1.8 and honestly I believe the 35 is slightly better in general..

[@LessTalkMoreDelicious]

@@yosoyyo1899 Yeah...the IQ and compactness is what I am attracted to in the 35FE. I dislike the large heavy size of the Tamron during travel. I mostly use the Tamron at around 28-35mm. But, being able to zoom to 75mm on rare occasions or needed occasions is what makes it hard for me to trade it in for the 35FE. But, def, the 35FE I am sure will have better IQ and be more comfortable and compact to use.

[@Panther-]

@@yosoyyo1899 Thank you,I had the 35mm apse lens when I had the a6300,I also own the tamron 28-75,but I recently got the a7iii and I liked the 35mm apse lens so much I had to order this lens as its better suited for full frame,and ur comment makes me more confident I made a great choice thanks.

[@alexiamaes5232]

@@yosoyyo1899 I've been using the Tamron 28 - 75 for a while now but I just don't like the size and the weight of it for traveling, it's kinda become a burden to carry around all day so I am thinking about switching to the 35 1.8 because of its size and weight... However, I'm scared that I'll be missing out on a lot of shots because sometimes the zoom and the wider angle does come in handy...

[@ramoftherose]

Been waiting for this one :-)

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Enjoy!

[@NileshFataniya]

thank you sir, i like this lens.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Enjoy it.

[@johannbuch5354]

Where to buy metal grip for Sony A7RIII like yours. Thank you

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Stay tuned, as I'm doing a review on these in the next couple of weeks.

[@johannbuch5354]

Ok thank you

[@sadenb]

I found the contrast on this lens is better than the 85 mm f/1.8 to be honest.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I think the optical performance is quite nice...particularly considering the compact size.

[@rezaVfx]

thx. is it as good as Sigma 35mm f1.4 in terms of IQ?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Very close. The Sigma may have the edge in corner sharpness, but that's about it.

[@shutterpp1108]

@@DustinAbbottTWI What about AF? Can the Sigma keep up with Sony?

[@navpreetsingh8156]

Evening, 8:25 is it just me or is that background really distracting? I own the lens anyway and I think its good but the images miss the wow factor and I think at 8:25 it probably highlights why

[@plowmanjoe]

you can't always rely on the lens to make a bad composition look good.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

There are situations when the bokeh can look a little busy, but I've seen more good than bad in that department.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

@Plowmanjoe: Get over yourself. This is a test shot to illustrate a point about focus and has nothing to do with composition.

[@plowmanjoe]

@@DustinAbbottTWI someone is a little sensitive. Seems like you should just be agreeing with me then. Not getting all defensive.

[@garylam8419]

hi Dustin. love your video. just checking about your Sony camera 's bottom bracket grip. can you send me the link . and where it from please. thanks. G.lam

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I reviewed it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIrGn6d_d9icq7s

[@stefansipl6736]

Thank you for this useful review! May I ask (and can you tell me) which hand grip you use in the video? Is it available for the Sony A7 III as well? It looks like exactly what I've been looking for for quite some time... Thanks a lot!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I use a SmallRig grip extender...and yes, it would mount fine on the a7III

[@denyxrunner]

@@DustinAbbottTWI I see 2 different grip one for a7iii/a7riii and the other one only for a7rIV. That for the a7rIV is much nicer but I know they have slightly different grip... if you are sure it would fit even on the a7iii I go for that 100%

[@stefansipl6736]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It isn't a perfect fit because of the change in the grip.

[@stefansipl6736]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Is it this one? (www.kamera-express.de/produkt/12256882//?channable=e81467.MTIyNTY4ODI&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIppKC9KbE5gIVhuN3Ch0QFw2oEAQYAyABEgIjcvD_BwE) Your Grip seems to have nice texture on the grip itself, like the original... Can you still access the battery? Thanks a lot for your support!

[@toxotis70]

what grip you have in the camera?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It's from Smallrig and I reviewed it here: bit.ly/smallrigDA

[@chuckchoi3794]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Hi Dustin, What kind of skin did you put on that smallrig grip?

[@youuuuuuuuuuutube]

This lens looks really good and it's been under my radar. It's a lot cheaper in Europe, it can sometimes be found for under 600 euro. Note: I would love you to review the Sony 24 1.4gm one day, apparently it's a fantastic lens, and I'm interested to know your opinion.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That would help the value of the lens. I do plan to get to the 24mm and 135mm GM lenses.

[@youuuuuuuuuuutube]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Great news :)

[@TheDajunior]

700 euros in the Netherlands

[@youuuuuuuuuuutube]

@@TheDajunior That's why I wrote "sometimes". When you see a good deal, under 600, you need to be ready to buy it directly. Btw, check mediamarkt in Spain, right now: 595 euro :) Edit: and same shop in Germany: 599.

[@TheDajunior]

@@youuuuuuuuuuutube you're right. Maybe I should drive to Germany then. 100 euros profit. Thanks;

[@atyl1972]

Dustin, what is the grip used please?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It's be Small Rig. I'll be sharing a fresh review of their grips in the next few weeks.

[@atyl1972]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Ok Cool, thank you.

[@TVe200]

The Sony 55 1.8 Zeiss does not have AF/MF button or focus hold button. It is a rather old lens. Those who own it mean that it is very sharp. Most of the other old Sony/Zeiss lenses are not very popular.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

No it didn't, but the FE 85mm F1.8 has both those things.

[@TVe200]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Yes i know, I own the 85 1,8.

[@reynaldohernandez1425]

You’re totally right but the 55 is one of the sharpest for E-mount. The 35mm is slightly less sharp but you won’t tell the difference at all.

[@kingsuller8179]

do you notice something sliding inside the lens when you flip it up and down?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That's probably the floating element. That allows it to perform better up close.

[@davidwamback9000]

I've noticed the same thing and got a second copy, it had the same. I called Sony to find out what it's all about and they said an engineer would call me back, but has yet to do so.

[@kingsuller8179]

David Wamback can you please update here when you get an update on that?

[@davidwamback9000]

King Suller if they call back I’ll reply, but it’s been over a month now.

[@carflo2112]

I noticed the same thing when the power is off my a7III but once I power on my camera there was no more internal movement.

[@jamesjackson4264]

Unless you have to get new. This lens can be had for $575-$650 in the used market.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

The lens was released three months ago. I'm a little skeptical that there's a robust used market.

[@jamesjackson4264]

I got mine for under $600. I see them all the time for this amount. When one goes off the market another pops up on eBay. Just two days ago I go made cause I say one for buy it now for $550. I hate eBay but love it at the same time. It’s brand new for $640 now. I will attach some links.

[@ivankiefer3886]

@@jamesjackson4264 please do.

[@tonylo2006]

what L-bracket are u using in this video?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

This one that I reviewed here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g17GqZt6ZdGHq6M

[@tonylo2006]

@@DustinAbbottTWI thanks a lot

[@svenev_73]

Thanks for the Review. I own this lens and love it ;-)

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That seems to be the consensus from those who own it.

[@svenev_73]

Dustin Abbott I think so too. Of course, a Sigma 35 1.2 is brighter and a little sharper in the corners, but also ridiculously larger and heavier. The Sony is great for street photography, reportage and videography.

[@JimBailey]

Thank you Mr Abbott

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

You're welcome.

[@mitchstringer8691]

Lens hood falls off VERY easily. It’s really annoying

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Interesting. I didn't encounter that at all.

[@Canon1DMkII]

If this lens was closer to the price of their 85 1.8 Sony would not be able to make enough of them.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I say almost the exact thing in the final review.

[@biged2193]

its $650 now gonna pick it up

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That's definitely a better problem.

[@billzidis2656]

Im not here for the gear,i don't own a sony camera,i'm here for an honest review to know what the competition is doing :P

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Not a bad idea, really. I eventually added Sony for basically that same reason.

[@ivankiefer3886]

If this is your hobby, you need to get a life right away.

[@LazyBearTO]

who is Lana?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

My wife.

[@TommyConlin]

i can get this lens for less than 600usd in my country

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That's a pretty good price

[@JonniArmani]

👊👊💥

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

:)

[@kodefashmodefa]

The size for that focal length is very nice, but man having a price THAT close to the art lens. I had to go with the sigma.

[@86BBUB]

Other than focal length they have nothing in common.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

The price is the challenge for sure, because the lens is pretty much excellent otherwise.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Not much, for sure.

[@kodefashmodefa]

86BBUB I am referring to the sigma f1.4. Both lenses dance 700-800 dollars but like I mentioned the size and weight is outstanding of the sony fe. Unless size and weight are a high priority, you’re eyeballing both.

[@IgorZirinski]

VS Zeiss Batis 40

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

The Batis is a little sharper in the corners wide open and obviously has higher magnification, but the Sony has better focus, is cheaper, and has fewer aperture quirks at close focus distances.

[@f2.0]

Hi Dustin, here is a photo that clearly shows the lens mount gasket taken with 24mm GM.I hope it helps. regards, Jim... www.dropbox.com/s/hgntj2thb25u2xe/JH903264.jpg?dl=0

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

LOL - that is not what I would call "clearly showing". It's near non-existent, and other than the 55mm, I've never seen a lens with so little external evidence of sealing.

[@f2.0]

@@DustinAbbottTWI It isn't prominent. That's for sure...

[@stefansipl6736]

Your first part already hints at the problematic bokeh.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I didn't find it problematic...but bokeh is subjective.

[@stefansipl6736]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Absolutely. Let's see what your final verdict will be. There are a lot of people who have reservations towards the bokeh (in certain situations).

[@jackryder6732]

I dont find the pictures sharp. They look like cell phone pictures

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Hmmm, I think that might be due to the medium you were viewing them on. The lens is plenty sharp

[@funlols_com]

Well, I bought Sony 35mm f1.8 and 85mm f1.8 :D and im over the moon.