Sony Zeiss Sonnar T* 24mm f/1.8 ZA Autofocus APS-C Lens for E-Mount, Black {49} SEL24F18Z

The Sony 24mm F/1.8 Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* ZA (Sony part SEL24F18Z) is a fast prime wide-angle lens built for the Sony NEX E-Mount system; among many potential uses it's an ideal lens for street, landscape, and architectural photography.

The 24mm focal length (35mm equivalent of 36mm) produces a moderately wide 61° angle of view that's quite versatile and popular for use as a primary lenses.  to be used as a primary lens.  The lens uses an aspherical design to ensure consistent imaging quality throughout the entire focusing range and provides superior imaging quality along with near-zero geometric distortion.  Zeiss T* coating delivers superior contrast and precise color delivery expected by today's professionals.  The bright f/1.8 maximum aperture maximizes shooting potential in dim light.  Expect a lens perfect for wide open dreamy portraits with unmatched bokeh and crisp edge to edge sharpness especially stopped down to f/2.8 and beyond.

Near focus is remarkably just 16cm (.52ft) and driven by a silent and quick AF motor designed for both photography and for videography applications.  Compact, and lightweight at just 225 g (0.49lbs) the Sony 24mm F/1.8 Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* ZA is ultra portable;  it's a convenient and high quality lens perfect for street, landscape, architecture, and so much more.

Key Features

• Ultra-bright wide lens for Sony E Mount
• Aperture of f/1.8-22
• Beautiful bokeh
• APS-C format coverage
• Equivalent to a 35mm format 36mm focal length
• Outstanding clarity and contrast
• Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating minimizes flare
• 8 elements in 7 groups
• One ED (Extra-low Dispersion) element
• Two Aspherical elements
• Virtually distortion-free optics
• Linear autofocus motor
• Silent Autofocus
• Attractive Metal finish with blue Zeiss badge

Available accessories include: ALC-SH114 Lens Hood, ALC-F49S Front Lens Cap, ALC-R1EM Rear Lens Cap, and 49mm filters.