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Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS E Mount Review

Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS

Main Features

  • 35mm Focal Range
  • F1.8 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 49mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 155g / 0.34 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 63mm x 45mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.3m
  • Max Magnification: 0.15x
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Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Overview


Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Wideangle Prime lens with Optical Image stabilization and APS-C / DX max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with E Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeFair
SportsAverage
PortraitExcellent
TravelGood
StreetVery Good
WeddingExcellent
Walk AroundGood
VloggingGood
LandscapeGood
MacroPoor

Lenses in Sony E Mount with Same Focal and Aperture Range
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35mm FF 280gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
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35mm FF 210gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Optical Image Stabilization
Autofocus
Hood supplied
Fast Aperture
Light weight at only 155g / 5.5 oz
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CONs

We couldn't find any significant Cons for the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS



Lens Mount

Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS is compatible with cameras that have a Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A6700, Sony FX30 and Sony ZV-E10.

Sony A6700 with Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Lens Size
Sony A6700 with the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Lens
Sony FX30 with Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Lens Size
Sony FX30 with the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Lens
Sony ZV-E10 with Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Lens Size
Sony ZV-E10 with the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Lens

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS has a maximum diameter of 63mm and total length of 45mm. It weighs 155g / 5.5 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS and Sony FE 35mm F1.8 (Sony E mount) to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.

Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS vs Sony FE 35mm F1.8 Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS and the Sony FE 35mm F1.8 Size and Weight

Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS has a filter thread of 49mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS:

  • 49mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 49mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 49mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS has a fixed focal length of 35mm which has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 52.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.


Optical Image Stabilization

The Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.15x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.3m. 0.15x means that the max magnification ratio is very low and not suitable even for modest close-up shots.

Below are the 3 Wideangle Prime type Sony E mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Tamron 24mm F2.8 Di III OSD M1:2: 0.5x - (Compare)
  • Tamron 35mm F2.8 Di III OSD M1:2: 0.5x - (Compare)
  • Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C: 0.5x - (Compare)

Aperture

Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS has a max aperture of F1.8 and a minimum aperture of F22.0.

Optical Formula

Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS's optical formula consists of 8 elements in 6 groups .

Lens Hood

Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.

Popular Comparisons of Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Lens
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Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Sony
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Wideangle Prime
Lens Mount Sony E
Max Format APS-C / DX
Focal Range 35mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Unknown
Zoom Method No Zoom
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F1.8
Min Aperture F22.0
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 7
Optics
Optical Elements 8
Optical Groups 6

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.3m
Max Magnification 0.15X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Stepper motor
Focus Method Internal
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 155g
Diameter 63mm
Length 45mm
Weather Sealing Unknown
Filter Thread 49mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied Yes
Tripod Collar No
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