Sony SAL85F14Z

Sony SAL85F14Z
alaAverage 4.2

92 reviews

May, 2013

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We have collected and analyzed 4 expert reviews and 88 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 85/100 and users rate it 84/100. The average review date is Apr 24, 2010. We have compared these reviews to 124536 reviews from other Lenses & Filters. Last update: May 25, 2013.

Review analysis

(Based on 92 reviews)

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Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM Review Posted!

 

Because of an accident that destroyed my Sigma 24-70 HSM, the only carry lens I currently have for my 850 is a Minolta 50mm f1.7. I have been looking at the Zeiss 135mm and 85mm but after reading your review maybe I need to re think my options. I can...

Consumer review by:

Very Useful Addition

 

I've been wanting to add this lens to my kit for quite some time, and finally made the jump. While an outstanding portrait lens, my primary use is for outdoor shots where the 135 f1.8 is too long, the 70-200G isn't quite fast enough, and the 55 is too...

Fast, flexable, sharp short tele lens

A bit heavy, but to be expected

Consumer review by:

Optical quality surpass its price

 

Great telephoto length of 85mm or approx 130mm with APS-C sensor, nice bokeh rendering. Plastic feeling as with any other easy choice. Light weight. Very sharp around F4-8 for its price

Consistent Output ; Easily Interchangeable ; Lightweight ; Nice Bokeh

Weak Casing

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Consumer review by:

No cons

 

This lens is super sharp starting at f2.8. Great for low-light photography. I appreciate the compact, light-weight design. The focus ring turns 180 degrees!!! This is very rare in the era of AF lenses where MF operation takes a back seat. However, this...

Light-weight, excellent optics, 180 degree focus range

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Consumer review by:

Exceptional Lens

 

I purchased this lens a few months ago, needing a portrate lens, mid-range telephoto, to capture close up candid photos for my work. This lens has way exceeded my expectations, and the clarity of images is the very best... To be able to take close up...

Consumer review by:

Exceptional Lens

 

I purchased this lens a few months ago, needing a portrate lens, mid-range telephoto, to capture close up candid photos for my work. This lens has way exceeded my expectations, and the clarity of images is the very best... To be able to take close up...

Clarity of image, quick response

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Consumer review by:

Exceptional Lens

 

I purchased this lens a few months ago, needing a portrate lens, mid-range telephoto, to capture close up candid photos for my work. This lens has way exceeded my expectations, and the clarity of images is the very best... To be able to take close up...

Consumer review by:

If You Only Have One Lens This Is It.

 

A brilliant lens for portraits, low light and midrange telephoto shooting. This beautiful piece of glass is perfect for intimate or low-light portraits, fashion shots and quick candid photographs.

Very Sharp, Great Bokeh

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Consumer review by:

If You Only Have One Lens This Is It.

 

A brilliant lens for portraits, low light and midrange telephoto shooting. This beautiful piece of glass is perfect for intimate or low-light portraits, fashion shots and quick candid photographs.

Consumer review by:

If You Only Have One Lens This Is It.

 

A brilliant lens for portraits, low light and midrange telephoto shooting. This beautiful piece of glass is perfect for intimate or low-light portraits, fashion shots and quick candid photographs.

Product Specifications

Configuration

Autofocus: Yes
Image Stabiliser: No

General Features

3D: No
Bayonet Compatibility:Sony / Konica-Minolta
Usage:Digital Cameras
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