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title: "Sony 35mm f/1.8 OSS E-Mount Prime Lens for APS-C Mirrorless Cameras – Ideal for Portraits, Low-Light, and Street Photography"
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# Optical SteadyShot for shake-free shots f/1.8 ultra-wide aperture for low-light mastery 35mm prime lens for crisp portraits Sony 35mm f/1.8 OSS E-Mount Prime Lens for APS-C Mirrorless Cameras – Ideal for Portraits, Low-Light, and Street Photography

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** VT182781
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✨ Elevate your frame with Sony’s 35mm f/1.8 – where sharpness meets soul!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sony 35mm f/1.8 OSS E-Mount Prime Lens for APS-C Mirrorless Cameras – Ideal for Portraits, Low-Light, and Street Photography by sony
- **How much does it cost?** VT182781 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/48008638-sony-35mm-f-1-8-oss-e-mount-prime-lens)

## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Weighing just 155g, this sleek lens fits effortlessly into your daily carry, empowering creativity on the go without bulk.
- • **Versatile 35mm Focal Length:** The perfect all-rounder for portraits, street photography, and everyday moments, delivering that coveted natural perspective.
- • **Complete Protection & Clarity:** Includes lens hood and caps to reduce glare and protect your gear, ensuring your investment stays pristine and your shots flawless.
- • **Stunning Low-Light Performance:** Capture sharp, vibrant images even when the sun sets with a blazing f/1.8 aperture that lets in maximum light.
- • **Seamless Autofocus & Stabilization:** Experience whisper-quiet, lightning-fast autofocus paired with Optical SteadyShot to keep every frame crisp and blur-free.

## Overview

The Sony 35mm f/1.8 OSS E-Mount Prime Lens is a lightweight, compact prime lens designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras. Featuring a fast f/1.8 aperture, Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, and quiet autofocus, it excels in low-light, portrait, and street photography. Its 35mm focal length offers a natural field of view ideal for versatile shooting, while included accessories like a lens hood and caps protect your investment. Perfect for professionals and enthusiasts seeking sharp, vibrant images with enhanced creative control.

## Description

Product Description Sony SEL35F18 E mount APS-C 35 mm F1.8 Prime Lens - Black.Compatible models:Sony NEX-EA50M,Sony PXW-FS5,Sony PXW-FS7,Sony PXW-FS7M2,Sony Alpha A5000,Sony Alpha A5100,Sony Alpha A6000,Sony Alpha A6300,Sony Alpha A6400,Sony Alpha A6500,Sony Alpha NEX-7,Sony Alpha a5100,Sony Alpha A6500,Sony Handycam NEX-VG30,Sony Alpha a6500,Sony NEX-EA50M,Sony NEX-EA50UH,Sony NEX-FS700R,Sony NEX-VG30,Sony NEX-VG900,Sony PXW-FS5,Sony PXW-FS5M2,Sony PXW-FS7,Sony PXW-FS7M2,Sony QX1 Box Contains Sony SEL35F18 E 35mm f/1.8 Lens

Review: Sharp lens! Lovely bokeh! - I bought this prime lens for my Sony a6000 after feeling a bit limited with the 16-50mm f3.5-5.6 kit lens that came with it. I have to say that I am really glad I bought this lens, although it was also on sale at the time which sweetened the deal and I had kept an eye on it for a while. The difference between f3.5 on the kit lens and the f1.8 on this lens really is impressive, I have attached some photos of thistles that were shot on this lens at that f-number which are (in my opinion) really nice. There is also a long exposure shot attached as well that is shot at a much greater f11 for 13 seconds. The thing I like most about this prime lens is that it feels like a great upgrade to the kit lens as it forces you to develop new skills and try new techniques. For example, that long exposure shot was the first I had ever tried something like that before, I sort of knew what to do in theory but it was not until I found something I could rest my camera on (I did not have a tripod at this point), stick a filter on the front of the lens (which I had never used before) and punched in some ballpark settings for a long exposure shot and waited to see if it would work. I was so surprised at how well the photos came out (in my eyes). I think the great thing about this lens is it is sharp, it has the optical steady shot (OSS) stabilisation built into the lens, which the a6000 lacks in the body. Essentially meaning the lens will correct for hand shudder when you are not using a tripod. For a beginner like myself, or someone with a camera that lacks in-body image stabilisation (IBIS) it is a great bonus to have. I do not tend to shoot much video but from what I have read it becomes more important if you are walking around videoing or vlogging with it so it is worth bearing in mind if that is how you plan to use it. I was torn between this and the Sigma 30mm f1.4, which would be the main rival to this lens from what I can tell. I was undecided on which of the two I would buy until this lens came down in price on sale, and if I am honest, from what I have read you probably won't go wrong with either as they both get rave reviews. As this is a Sony lens I would imagine the autofocus is slightly better than the Sigma but I can't honestly say that as I do not have the Sigma lens to compare, the autofocus is good but it can struggle in certain situations, although I am not skilled enough to know if that is due to error on my part in those situations! In conclusion, I am really happy with this lens, I feel like the main reason I got this prime lens was to try and develop new skills which is exactly what I have been able to do. It is light, compact, has OSS and comes with it's own lens hood and rear cap - which for some reason the kit lens lacks - which are all nice attributes for this as a whole package. If you are in doubt about what to get, read reviews and watch youtube clips about them, I found that really helpful. It feels like a bit of a risk every time you spend money on a lens and I felt the same when buying this, but I am really glad I did. Hope this helps!
Review: No regrets at all - I just received my 35mm f1.8 lens a couple of days ago. I bought it due to the equivalent (full frame) focal length of 52.5mm - 50mm being one of the staple lenses of many great photographers. I also felt that for the type of photography I was interested in, I was going to need a fast prime. The 16-50mm power zoom lens that came equipped with my NEX6 was ok, but just not fast enough in low light, and I felt like I was relying on the camera to find a shot for me, rather than position myself for decent composition. Hopefully this lens will encourage me to be more creative! Compared to the SEL1650, the SEL35F18 straight away feels only slightly heavier, but a gentle jiggle gives the impression that the 35mm construction is more solid. It's also about a 3rd taller than the 16-50; it's not so much that I need to buy another bag, thankfully. The focus ring is very smooth, solid, and nice and cool thanks to the aluminum outer casing. Manual focus is what I will use 98% of the time, so I'll leave it to others to comment on autofocus performance. The manual focus though is exactly what I expected, and I had high expectations. The image quality from what I've seen so far under indoor low light conditions are outstanding. Really nice subject isolation and bokeh. Lens distortion seems minimal- according to the lens distortion correction profile, only slightly needing to pull out the corners a little. Vignetting is quite mild too. With both of these my only other experience is with the 16-50mm PZ, but I will say both corrections are far less extreme with the 35mm. Initially I struggled to choose between the 50mm (75mm equiv) and 35mm (52.5mm equiv), as the former had many excellent reviews and ratings and was also much, much cheaper than the latter. However, despite the added cost, I'm very happy to be the owner of such a lovely lens - despite other lenses that I might buy (SEL16F28 with wide angle looks good...) the 35mm will likely be fitted most of the time as it's simply the best all-round prime for everyday use. Anyone hesitating, or anyone like me who wanted the 35mm as their main lens but felt like the 50mm is a better 'deal', go with your instincts and get the 35mm. It's just more versatile in my opinion, and it's so fast, smooth and sexy. I just can't imagine anyone that has it having second thoughts.

## Features

- VERSATILE ALL-PURPOSE ZOOM LENS:Designed for APS-C format cameras, the SEL18135B.SYX offers an 18–135mm focal range (27–202.5mm equivalent on full-frame), making it ideal for landscapes, portraits, travel, and everyday shooting
- HIGH-RESOLUTION OPTICAL PERFORMANCE:Features an advanced optical design incorporating one aspherical element to deliver outstanding sharpness and clarity across the entire frame—from the image center to the far edges—minimising distortions and aberrations
- FAST, PRECISE, AND QUIET AUTOFOCUS:Equipped with a refined linear motor system that provides rapid, accurate, and nearly silent focus control—perfect for both still photography and smooth video capture
- COMPACT AND LIGHTWEIGHT BUILD:Despite its wide zoom range, this lens maintains a remarkably compact and portable design, enhancing mobility without sacrificing performance
- INCLUDED ACCESSORIES:Lens Hood (ALC-SH153): Reduces unwanted glare and lens flare for cleaner image contrast, Front Lens Caps (ALC-F55S) and Rear Lens Cap (ALC-R1EM): Protect both ends of the lens when not in use

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0096W1P5W |
| Aperture Modes | F2.2 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | 10,687 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 48 in Camera Lenses |
| Brand | Sony |
| Camera Lens | The compact and lightweight Sony E-mount 35mm f/1.8 maximum aperture lens with fast autofocus system and image stabilization. However, the description does not provide specific details about lens construction (number of elements/groups) or special capabilities such as macro photography or weather sealing. |
| Colour | Black |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,943) |
| Date First Available | 14 Sept. 2012 |
| Effective still resolution | 2 |
| Focus type | Stepper motor |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Has image stabilisation | Yes |
| Included components | Hood (ALC-SH112), Lens front cap, Lens rear cap, Sony SEL35F18 35mm f/1.8 Prime Fixed Lens |
| Item Weight | 155 Grams |
| Item model number | SEL35F18 |
| Lens Design | Prime |
| Lens Fixed Focal Length | 35 Millimetres |
| Max Focal Length | 35 Millimeters |
| Maximum Aperture Range | F1.8 |
| Min Focal Length | 35 Millimeters |
| Model year | 2012 |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 49 Millimetres |
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 13.3 x 10.3 x 9.6 centimetres |
| Package Weight | 0.31 Kilograms |
| Part number | SEL35F18 |
| Photo Filter Thread Size | 49 Millimetres |
| Plug profile | Sony E |
| Product Dimensions L x W x H | 45 x 63 x 63 millimetres |
| Size | pequeño |
| Style | SEL35F18 |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Zoom Type | Fixed |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sony
- **Compatible mountings:** Sony E
- **Focal length description:** 35 millimeters
- **Focus type:** Stepper motor
- **Lens design:** Prime
- **Lens type:** Standard
- **Lens-fixed focal length:** 35 Millimetres
- **Maximum focal length:** 35 Millimeters
- **Minimum focal length:** 35 Millimeters

## Images

![Sony 35mm f/1.8 OSS E-Mount Prime Lens for APS-C Mirrorless Cameras – Ideal for Portraits, Low-Light, and Street Photography - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71HJdwWwTlL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Customer Package Type, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will these accessories fit? http://amzn.to/2mfPTqc**
A: Those are 58mm and this is a 49mm lens, so no, those would not fit.

**Q: This 35mm lens or the 50mm lens for all purpose general shooting ?**
A: Like Ali said, the crop factor makes the 35mm more like a traditional 50mm lens. The 35mm is by far a better everyday shooting lens compared to the 50mm. I have both and the 35mm stays on the camera 85% of the time.

**Q: Hood comes with this lens?**
A: Yes, a hood does come with this lens.  It appears to be the same hood as comes with the 18-55 mm kit lens.

**Q: Hi, i already hold the 1650kit lens (disapointing) and the 50f18 (excellent). would you recommend adding the zeiss1670z or the 35f18?**
A: I have both.  The 35F18 is a nice lens, very compact and light.  I use it for most of my indoor shots.  Not as sharp as the 50F18, but still quite acceptable and very versatile.The 1670Z is much sharper, and is an excellent all around lens.  Usually needs flash indoors.  It's big but not massive.  (The 18105G is too big in my opinion).  I use the 1670Z for most of my outdoor shots and am very satisfied.  It is sharper than the 1855 kit lens (though you can debate whether it's really $1000 sharper).  I don't own the 1650, but I think the difference would be even more noticeable.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sharp lens! Lovely bokeh!
*by A***E on 16 September 2019*

I bought this prime lens for my Sony a6000 after feeling a bit limited with the 16-50mm f3.5-5.6 kit lens that came with it. I have to say that I am really glad I bought this lens, although it was also on sale at the time which sweetened the deal and I had kept an eye on it for a while. The difference between f3.5 on the kit lens and the f1.8 on this lens really is impressive, I have attached some photos of thistles that were shot on this lens at that f-number which are (in my opinion) really nice. There is also a long exposure shot attached as well that is shot at a much greater f11 for 13 seconds. The thing I like most about this prime lens is that it feels like a great upgrade to the kit lens as it forces you to develop new skills and try new techniques. For example, that long exposure shot was the first I had ever tried something like that before, I sort of knew what to do in theory but it was not until I found something I could rest my camera on (I did not have a tripod at this point), stick a filter on the front of the lens (which I had never used before) and punched in some ballpark settings for a long exposure shot and waited to see if it would work. I was so surprised at how well the photos came out (in my eyes). I think the great thing about this lens is it is sharp, it has the optical steady shot (OSS) stabilisation built into the lens, which the a6000 lacks in the body. Essentially meaning the lens will correct for hand shudder when you are not using a tripod. For a beginner like myself, or someone with a camera that lacks in-body image stabilisation (IBIS) it is a great bonus to have. I do not tend to shoot much video but from what I have read it becomes more important if you are walking around videoing or vlogging with it so it is worth bearing in mind if that is how you plan to use it. I was torn between this and the Sigma 30mm f1.4, which would be the main rival to this lens from what I can tell. I was undecided on which of the two I would buy until this lens came down in price on sale, and if I am honest, from what I have read you probably won't go wrong with either as they both get rave reviews. As this is a Sony lens I would imagine the autofocus is slightly better than the Sigma but I can't honestly say that as I do not have the Sigma lens to compare, the autofocus is good but it can struggle in certain situations, although I am not skilled enough to know if that is due to error on my part in those situations! In conclusion, I am really happy with this lens, I feel like the main reason I got this prime lens was to try and develop new skills which is exactly what I have been able to do. It is light, compact, has OSS and comes with it's own lens hood and rear cap - which for some reason the kit lens lacks - which are all nice attributes for this as a whole package. If you are in doubt about what to get, read reviews and watch youtube clips about them, I found that really helpful. It feels like a bit of a risk every time you spend money on a lens and I felt the same when buying this, but I am really glad I did. Hope this helps!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No regrets at all
*by R***N on 4 November 2013*

I just received my 35mm f1.8 lens a couple of days ago. I bought it due to the equivalent (full frame) focal length of 52.5mm - 50mm being one of the staple lenses of many great photographers. I also felt that for the type of photography I was interested in, I was going to need a fast prime. The 16-50mm power zoom lens that came equipped with my NEX6 was ok, but just not fast enough in low light, and I felt like I was relying on the camera to find a shot for me, rather than position myself for decent composition. Hopefully this lens will encourage me to be more creative! Compared to the SEL1650, the SEL35F18 straight away feels only slightly heavier, but a gentle jiggle gives the impression that the 35mm construction is more solid. It's also about a 3rd taller than the 16-50; it's not so much that I need to buy another bag, thankfully. The focus ring is very smooth, solid, and nice and cool thanks to the aluminum outer casing. Manual focus is what I will use 98% of the time, so I'll leave it to others to comment on autofocus performance. The manual focus though is exactly what I expected, and I had high expectations. The image quality from what I've seen so far under indoor low light conditions are outstanding. Really nice subject isolation and bokeh. Lens distortion seems minimal- according to the lens distortion correction profile, only slightly needing to pull out the corners a little. Vignetting is quite mild too. With both of these my only other experience is with the 16-50mm PZ, but I will say both corrections are far less extreme with the 35mm. Initially I struggled to choose between the 50mm (75mm equiv) and 35mm (52.5mm equiv), as the former had many excellent reviews and ratings and was also much, much cheaper than the latter. However, despite the added cost, I'm very happy to be the owner of such a lovely lens - despite other lenses that I might buy (SEL16F28 with wide angle looks good...) the 35mm will likely be fitted most of the time as it's simply the best all-round prime for everyday use. Anyone hesitating, or anyone like me who wanted the 35mm as their main lens but felt like the 50mm is a better 'deal', go with your instincts and get the 35mm. It's just more versatile in my opinion, and it's so fast, smooth and sexy. I just can't imagine anyone that has it having second thoughts.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Super sharp images
*by S***N on 15 July 2019*

Once again, Sony has come up with an affordable solution if you require sharp pictures, vivid colour, and superb portrait shots. You cannot go far wrong with this lens for street photography. The compact footprint is ideal when shooting out and about, in fact, this lens makes my A6000 system almost pocket size. You will soon get used to working with a fixed prime, if you need wider angle, move out, or move closer (like we used to years ago!). Its very sharp down to F4, and close-ups, skin tones and colour rendering is optimal. Also has optical stabilisation, so if you are in low light, you will not even need a tripod at low speeds. Focus is super rapid, but I always tweak manually, or use focus peaking, but most will be happy with the auto focus system. Some say the Sigma is sharper still, but for me, the clincher was the optical stabilisation built in, which, when you do really need it, works a treat!! Highly recommended.

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