Along with Sony RX10 III cyber-shot camera, Sony USA also announced two FE lenses for Sony a7 series full frame mirrorless cameras.
The Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 is a prime lens, giving photographers a considerably less expensive option compared to the Zeiss 55mm F1.8 currently on the market. This compact and lightweight lens is priced at $249 and will ship in May.
The Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS lens is the longest FE-mount tele-zoom available. It features four aspherical and two ED elements, optical image stabilization, and a Nano AR coating to reduce flare and ghosting. It’s also sealed against dust and moisture. The lens offers a minimum focus distance of 0.9m/3ft, and uses a linear actuator for smooth and silent autofocus. The 70-300 will also be available in May at a price of $1199.
Lens specifications
| Sony FE 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G OSS | Sony FE 50mm F1.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Principal specifications | ||
| Lens type | Zoom lens | Prime lens |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF | |
| Focal length | 70–300 mm | 50 mm |
| Image stabilisation | Yes | No |
| Lens mount | Sony FE | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F4.5 – F5.6 | F1.8 |
| Minimum aperture | F22.0 – F29.0 | F22.0 |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 | 7 |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 16 | 6 |
| Groups | 13 | 5 |
| Special elements / coatings | Four aspherical and two ED elements + Nano AR coating | One aspherical element |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.90 m (35.43″) | 0.45 m (17.72″) |
| Maximum magnification | 0.31× | 0.14× |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Linear Motor | |
| Full time manual | Yes | No |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Focus distance limiter | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 854 g (1.88 lb) | 186 g (0.41 lb) |
| Diameter | 84 mm (3.31″) | 69 mm (2.72″) |
| Length | 144 mm (5.67″) | 60 mm (2.36″) |
| Sealing | Yes | No |
| Colour | Black | |
| Zoom method | Rotary (extending) | |
| Power zoom | No | |
| Zoom lock | No | |
| Filter thread | 72.0 mm | 49.0 mm |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Hood product code | ALC-SH144 | ALC-SH146 |
| Tripod collar | No | |