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ZEISS Batis 85mm f/1.8 Lens for Sony E B&H $879

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ZEISS Batis 85mm f/1.8 Lens for Sony E

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  • E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22
  • Three Low Dispersion Elements
  • Sonnar Optical Design


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    Product Name: ZEISS Batis 85mm f/1.8 Lens for Sony E
    Product Description: E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format. Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22. Three Low Dispersion Elements. Sonnar Optical Design. ZEISS T* Anti-Reflective Coating. Optical Image Stabilization. Floating Elements System. OLED Display for Focus Distance and DoF. Linear Autofocus Motor. Dust and Moisture-Resistant Construction.
    Model Number: 2103-751
    Product SKU: 1140833
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH): 9.95 x 5.4 x 4.75\"
    Focal Length: 85mm
    Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
    Angle of View: 29°
    Maximum Magnification: 0.13x
    Lens Mount: Sony E
    Dimensions (ø x L): 3.62 x 3.62\" / 92 x 92 mm
    Filter Size: 67 mm (Front)
    Image Stabilization: Yes
    Format Compatibility: Full-Frame
    Focus Type: Autofocus
    Minimum Focus Distance: 2.62' / 80 cm
    Optical Design: 11 Elements in 8 Groups
    Minimum Aperture: f/22
    Short-telephoto prime is designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, however can also be used with APS-C models where it will provide a 127.5mm equivalent focal length
    Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture suits working in low-light conditions and also offers increased control over depth of field for working with selective focus techniques.
    Sonnar optical concept suits the combination of a large maximum aperture and long focal length, and also contributes to notable sharpness, well-controlled flare, and high contrast.
    Three anomalous partial dispersion elements are used to significantly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations for increased clarity and color fidelity.
    ZEISS T* anti-reflective coating has been applied to each lens surface to help minimize reflections and provide greater contrast and color fidelity.
    Optical image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting.
    Floating elements system helps to maintain consistent image quality throughout the entire focusing range, from 2.6' to infinity.
    Integrated OLED display on the top of the lens shows the working focus distance as well as the depth of field range for quickly recognizing the parameters of focus in use, even when working in low-light conditions.
    Linear motors benefit the autofocus performance of the lens and provide smooth, fast, and quiet operation. For manual focusing, a rubberized ring offers greater tactile control for precise placement of focus.
    Dust and weather-sealed construction benefits using the lens in inclement shooting conditions.
    E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
    Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22
    Three Low Dispersion Elements
    Sonnar Optical Design
    ZEISS T* Anti-Reflective Coating
    Optical Image Stabilization
    Floating Elements System
    OLED Display for Focus Distance and DoF
    Linear Autofocus Motor
    Dust and Moisture-Resistant Construction

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    > bubble2 331 Posts
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    Lam_911
    03-31-2020 at 09:43 PM.
    03-31-2020 at 09:43 PM.
    This one, or Sony 85 f1.8 or a used GM , or the Samyang f1.4 or the new Tokina 85 f1.8 ?
    Any suggestions ?
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    > bubble2 1,228 Posts
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    ajamils
    03-31-2020 at 10:09 PM.
    03-31-2020 at 10:09 PM.
    If you have the money, go for GM otherwise Samyang is the next best thing in terms of rendering. If you want the fastest auto focus and cheapest lens, get Sony 85/1.8.
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    > bubble2 1,537 Posts
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    NinjaMode
    03-31-2020 at 11:42 PM.
    03-31-2020 at 11:42 PM.
    Quote from Lam_911 :
    This one, or Sony 85 f1.8 or a used GM , or the Samyang f1.4 or the new Tokina 85 f1.8 ?
    Any suggestions ?

    Definitely between Samyang/Rokinon 1.4 or Sony 1.8. Can't go wrong with either
    Reply
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    > bubble2 173 Posts
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    Epanorthosis
    03-31-2020 at 11:58 PM.
    03-31-2020 at 11:58 PM.
    Looking for a good lens for astrophotography. Will this cut it?
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    > bubble2 2,318 Posts
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    JakeW3302
    04-01-2020 at 12:49 AM.
    04-01-2020 at 12:49 AM.
    Quote from Epanorthosis :
    Looking for a good lens for astrophotography. Will this cut it?

    Wouldn't 85 be nowhere near wide enough?
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    > bubble2 1,968 Posts
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    caveman01
    04-01-2020 at 04:38 AM.
    04-01-2020 at 04:38 AM.
    Quote from Lam_911 :
    This one, or Sony 85 f1.8 or a used GM , or the Samyang f1.4 or the new Tokina 85 f1.8 ?
    Any suggestions ?

    If you can afford this, then why not. I've only heard great things about this lens. But price is holding me back since this is only my hobby, not a way for me to get paid. Might be worth an investment if it is your line of work. If not, I'd just get a cheaper alternative. I have the rokinon f2.0 12mm (or aka Samyang in other countries) which I love for the price and quality of pics. Can't say much about the their 85mm since I do not own it, but I've seen reviews on youtube, you should check those out. Rokinon has been the go to of other who are in a budget.
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    > bubble2 1,968 Posts
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    caveman01
    04-01-2020 at 04:40 AM.
    04-01-2020 at 04:40 AM.
    Quote from Epanorthosis :
    Looking for a good lens for astrophotography. Will this cut it?

    You'd need something lower than 85mm. Somewhere in the range of 10-18mm
    Reply

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    > bubble2 20 Posts
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    IHansMoleman
    04-01-2020 at 06:30 AM.
    04-01-2020 at 06:30 AM.
    This is a great deal for an amazing portrait lens. Probably one of my favorite lenses in my kit.
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    digduck
    04-01-2020 at 08:08 AM.
    04-01-2020 at 08:08 AM.
    I would hold onto your wallets, prices are dropping all around and new photo gear rarely holds is value. You will be seeing tons of gear offloaded online by people affected by the unfortunate job market collapse.
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    rocksthaman
    04-01-2020 at 08:08 AM.
    04-01-2020 at 08:08 AM.
    Quote from ajamils :
    If you have the money, go for GM otherwise Samyang is the next best thing in terms of rendering. If you want the fastest auto focus and cheapest lens, get Sony 85/1.8.
    This is the answer, The Samyang also struggles with video(detail shots).
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    > bubble2 1,579 Posts
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    Sdiver2489
    04-01-2020 at 08:11 AM.
    04-01-2020 at 08:11 AM.
    No reason to get this when the Sony FE 85mm F1.8 exists unless you want/need image stabilization
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    > bubble2 675 Posts
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    utada82
    04-01-2020 at 08:17 AM.
    04-01-2020 at 08:17 AM.
    Quote from Lam_911 :
    This one, or Sony 85 f1.8 or a used GM , or the Samyang f1.4 or the new Tokina 85 f1.8 ?
    Any suggestions ?

    Would get the sony 85 1.8, cheap, light super fast and sharp. Nice to have 1.4 but for the weight and cost of the GM i rather get the regular sony
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    K7S5A
    04-01-2020 at 08:20 AM.
    04-01-2020 at 08:20 AM.
    Yeah photographers are getting hurt but i doubt they are desperate enough to sell their livelihood
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    JamesScarfon
    04-01-2020 at 08:24 AM.
    04-01-2020 at 08:24 AM.
    Definitely go with the Sony 85 1.8 if you're trying to decide between these two.
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