A unique short-telephoto lens well-suited for portraiture, the Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE is a Sony E-mount prime characterized by its distinct focal length, compact design, and bright f/1.8 maximum aperture. The optical design incorporates a three extra-low dispersion elements and a pair of high refractive index elements, which help to suppress both chromatic and spherical aberrations for improved sharpness, color accuracy, and clarity. An Ultra Multi-Coating has also been applied to reduce flare and ghosting in order to achieve higher contrast when working in strong lighting conditions. The lens's linear STM autofocus motor works in conjunction with Sony cameras' AF systems for quick, quiet, and precise focusing performance, and manual focus override is also available for more refined control. Additionally, a Custom Switch enables making intuitive adjustments of a variety of camera and exposure settings by rotating the lens's focusing ring.

E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22    Three Extra-Low Dispersion Elements    Two High Refractive Index Elements    Ultra Multi-Coating    Linear STM AF Motor, MF Override    Custom Switch    Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Compact portrait-length prime is designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 112.5mm equivalent focal length.

Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture suits working in difficult lighting conditions and also offers increased control over depth of field for isolating subjects and working with selective focus.

Three extra-low dispersion elements reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to produce greater clarity and color rendering.

Two high refractive index elements control spherical aberrations and distortion for improved sharpness and resolution.

An Ultra Multi-Coating has been applied to individual elements in order to reduce flare and ghosting for increased contrast and a neutral color balance.

The integrated linear STM autofocus motor works in conjunction with Sony cameras' focusing systems for quick, quiet, and precise AF control. Manual focus override is also available for refining your focus position.

Internal focusing design maintains the overall lens length and prevents the front of the lens from rotating during use.

Custom switch can used for lens-based control over select exposure or shooting functions, such as aperture selection, with additional settings coming via future firmware updates.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.

Included lens hood helps to block stray light from causing flare and ghosting.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. how fast and accurate is the autofocus on this lens? I'm thinking specifically for video recordings of moving subjects

A: The Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE Lens for Sony E does have fast autofocus performance and would autofocus both for still photography and video recording shooting needs. You would be able to autofocus on moving subjects with this lens.

Q: 2. other than autofocus how does it compare optically with my manual focus Samyang 135 F2? im happy with the IQ but its a cheap len

A: The image quality of the Samyang 135mm f/2.0 ED UMC Lens for Sony E Mount and the Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE Lens for Sony E is the same.

Q: 3. One reviewer of the identical R mentioned the lens station. Is one available for either?

A: Yes, there is the Samyang Lens Station for Sony E (BH #SASYIOLSE) available for the Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE Lens for Sony E. It can be seen here https://bhpho.to/2FuRu75

Q: 4. Is the lens weather-sealed?

A: Yes, the Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE Lens for Sony E mount is weather-sealed. The construction offers protection against dust, light rain, and snow.

Q: 5. Is this lens weather sealed?

A: No, this lens does not have weather sealing.

Q: 6. What is the outer diameter?

A: The outer diameter is 62mm.

Q: 7. is there a us warranty?

A: The Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE Lens for Sony E includes a Samyang USA 1-year warranty.

Q: 8. Will this lens work on an A7iii without going into "crop mode?"

A: Yes it will work on a Sony A7III without going into crop mode because it is a lens built for a Full Frame Sensor.

Q: 9. What is this additional equipment you must purchase to upgrade the lens firmware?

A: A Samyang Lens Station for Sony E, BH #SASYIOLSE is needed in order to update the firwmare on a Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE Lens for Sony E. https://bhpho.to/3DvINIz

Q: 10. Has anyone purchased this lens recently (Oct 2021)? What firmware does it come with now?

A: I've recently checked one and it's version 1. I would just update it if you decide to buy this lens.