SeekerSony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA
The Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA is an exceptionally sharp, premium wide-angle lens for Sony's APS-C mirrorless system.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- Employs the legendary "Sonnar" optical design for standout image dimensionality and presence
- Seven aperture blades form a near circle, which results in a pleasing defocused effect on the background of your image when the aperture is set wide open
- Allows for 1/4 macro shooting with accurate focus as close as 6.2 inches (16cm)
- Direct Manual Focus (DMF) allows for direct manual focusing after autofocus lock-on without having to switch modes
- Lens operation is fast but at the same time smooth and quiet, minimizing noise and image jitter when shooting movies
PROS
+ Strong edge-to-edge sharpness.
+ Minimal distortion.
+ Wide aperture.
+ Wide-angle field of view.
CONS
- Omits optical stabilization and weather sealing.
- Corners dim at widest apertures.
- Pricey.
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By PCMag on March 10, 2017
The Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA is an exceptionally sharp, premium wide-angle lens for Sony's APS-C mirrorless system.
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