35 mm f/1.8 lens – Versatile reportage focal length with character

The 35 mm f/1.8 lens combines a natural perspective, high speed, and precise optics. Ideal for photographers and videographers who want to capture everyday life, reportage, and portraits with aesthetic subject isolation and reliable performance.

35 mm reportage focal length: Natural, versatile, expressive

The 35 mm focal length offers a balanced, natural perspective and is ideal for documentation, street photography, everyday life, and portraits. It enables authentic image compositions with pleasant depth of field and creative subject isolation – without unnatural distortions.

F/1.8 aperture with 11 blades: Sharp at wide open, creamy bokeh

The fast f/1.8 aperture delivers high sharpness even at wide open. Thanks to the 11 aperture blades, a particularly soft, round bokeh is created, separating subjects clearly from the background and giving portraits a calm, professional image effect.

VAF series: High resolution for modern full-frame cameras

The high-resolution VAF optics are specially developed for mirrorless full-frame cameras. They deliver excellent detail reproduction from the image center to the edge – ideal for high-resolution sensors and demanding photo and video recordings.

HFT-X coating: Clear contrasts without ghosting & flare

The special HFT-X coating effectively reduces ghosting and lens flares. Contrasts and colors remain clear and balanced even in backlight or difficult lighting situations.

STM autofocus: Fast, quiet, precise with face & eye tracking

The quiet STM autofocus ensures fast and precise focusing. Face and eye tracking works reliably for photos and videos – ideal for dynamic subjects, interviews, and vlogging.

Full-metal housing: Robust, high quality – only 498 g

The full-metal housing stands for durability and stability. With a weight of only 498 g, the lens remains pleasantly light and perfectly suited for long shoots and mobile work.

High-quality optics: 11 elements in 8 groups

The precise lens construction of 7 ED, 2 HR, and 2 aspherical lenses reduces chromatic aberrations and ensures high sharpness, clear contrasts, and natural color reproduction.

Intuitive operation: Full control directly on the lens

The metal aperture ring, the AF/MF switch, and the assignable FN button enable quick, intuitive control – without detours through the camera menu.

0.40 m minimum focusing distance: Detailed close-ups

With a minimum focusing distance of 0.40 m and 0.11× magnification, detailed close-ups are possible – ideal for reportage details, food, product, and creative close-ups.

Metal E-mount: Stable, precise fit, with EXIF transmission

The robust metal E-mount ensures a play-free connection to the camera and reliable EXIF data transmission with every shot.

USB-C firmware port: Updates in just 30 seconds

Via the integrated USB-C port, firmware updates can be carried out quickly and easily – without any additional accessories.