Sony 135mm f/1.8 Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* SAL-135F18

[CBass]

Sony 135mm f/1.8 Carl Zeiss Sonnar T*

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Description:

The Sony SAL-135F18Z 135mm f/1.8 Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* AF Lens is an ultra-bright lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.8. In conjunction with the Super SteadyShot image stabilization system of the Sony α (alpha) DSLR camera, this lens will provide excellent results even when hand-holding the camera by available light.

With a 35mm-equivalent 202.5mm focal length (when used on the Sony Alpha camera) plus the ability to focus tightly on objects closer than 3' away, this lens can cover an amazing range of photographic assignments.

The 9-blade circular aperture contributes to smooth rendition of defocused highlights, such as blurred points of sunlight coming through foliage.

• Internal lens elements move to increase auto-focus speed to help you catch quick action.
  
• Two ED Glass lenses minimize flare and greatly reduce chromatic aberration, giving you sharp, clear telephoto shots.

Performance:

• Focal Length 135 mm
• Comparable APS-C Focal Length: 202 mm
• Aperture Maximum: f/1.8, Minimum: f/22
• Camera Mount Type Sony Alpha, Minolta AF
• Format Compatibility 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor, DSLR (APS-C Sensor)
• Angle of View 18°
• APS-C Picture Angle: 12°
• Minimum Focus Distance 2.36' (72 cm)
• Magnification 0.25x
• Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:4
• Groups/Elements 8/11
• Diaphragm Blades 9

Features:

• Image Stabilization: No
• Autofocus: Yes
• Tripod Collar: No

Specifications:

• Filter Thread: 77mm
• Dimensions (DxL): Approx. 3.48 x 4.53" (8.84 x 11.51 cm)
• Weight: 2.3 lb (1.04 kg)

User Reviews:

• B&H Photo user reviews HERE
• Amazon user reviews HERE
• Adorama user reviews HERE

Where To Buy:

How To Post Sample Images:

We ask that members please post their own sample photos taken with this particular lens in order to give others that may be in the market to purchase one and idea of how well it handles. When posting sample photos we ask that you do so like the example below in regards to including any and all EXIF data such as camera body used, aperture, shutter speed, ISO etc. This will help out a great deal.

Example:

Canon EOS-5D Mark II : Canon EF 35 f/1.4L : 25 Seconds : f/5.6 : 100 ISO : 35mm : Aperture Priority Mode : -1/3 Bias : No Flash

*UPDATED BY GROOVYONE
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[CBass]

Here are some images i got with this lens. All were attached to a Sony A100.

[groovyone]

Wow! I just got mine out this weekend, but after seeing your samples mine do not do it justice!

Here is one

Sony A900 : @135mm : 1/160th : f1.8 : 250 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : 0 Exp Comp

[CBass]

You kidding the color really pops in that shot. Its clear to see that my A100 isn't doing this lens justice, i'm gunna need a 900 soon lmao.

[groovyone]

Thanks. You'll love it on the A700 or A900. Here's a couple more straight from camera shots from Greek Fest:

Sony A900 : @135mm : 1/250th : f1.8 : 200 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : 0 Exp Comp


Love the DOF on this one:
Sony A900 : @135mm : 1/160th : f1.8 : 320 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : 0 Exp Comp

[groovyone]

Sony A900 : @135mm : 1/8000th : f1.8 : 200 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : 0 Exp Comp

[groovyone]

Sony A900 : @135mm : 1/25th : f3.2 : 200 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : +1/3 Exp Comp


Sony A900 : @135mm : 1/125th : f5.6 : 200 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : +1/3 Exp Comp

[andrew_broadfoot]

Sony Alpha A900: Sony 135/f1.8 Carl Zeiss (At 135mm): 0.067 Seconds: F-2.2: ISO-200: Manual: No Flash


Sony Alpha A900: Sony 135/f1.8 Carl Zeiss (At 135mm): 0.003 Seconds: F-8: ISO-100: Manual: No Flash


Sony Alpha A900: Sony 135/f1.8 Carl Zeiss (At 135mm): 2 Seconds: F-3.2: ISO-100: Manual: Bulb: No Flash

[groovyone]

Sony A900 : @135mm : 1/125th : f/5.6 : 800 ISO : 0 Exp Comp


Sony A900 : @135mm : 1/125th : f/2.8 : 400 ISO : 0 Exp Comp