Product Description
Stunning F1.4 resolution in a mobile prime lens
Unsparing application of cutting-edge technology achieves refined G Master
performance with consistently high resolution and soft, natural bokeh even at
the widest F1.4 aperture setting. The lens is both compact and the lightest in
its class, maximizing portability. It also offers fast, precise AF drive,
top-level control and reliability.
Advanced optical technology achieves spectacular resolution even at F1.4
Two XA (extreme aspherical) elements in an optical design that meets
stringent G Master requirements contribute to consistently high resolution
throughout the image area. Three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements are
also included to effectively suppress chromatic aberration. This innovative
optical design minimizes sagittal flare so that point light sources are
accurately reproduced.
State-of-the-art optical design faithfully reproduces point sources
A new optical design incorporating two precision XA elements suppresses
sagittal flare, a common aberration in large-aperture lenses. Sagittal flare can
cause an unnatural spreading of point light sources that becomes more pronounced
towards the image periphery.
Innovative optical design in a compact, lightweight lens
A new optical design that reduces overall lens diameter by employing two XA
elements, one for the front element that is normally the largest in a lens,
combines with a newly developed DDSSM (Direct Drive SSM) focus drive system to
achieve a remarkably light total weight of just 15.7 oz (445 g). The reduced
size and weight of this lens makes it an ideal match for compact E-mount bodies,
providing outstanding mobility.
Breathtaking G Master bokeh
An 11-blade circular aperture enhances soft, natural looking bokeh achieved
through advanced design and a manufacturing process that includes precise
control of spherical aberration. A minimum focusing distance of 0.79 ft (0.24 m)
and maximum magnification of 0.17x mean close-up capability that, combined with
the wide-angle view of the lens, can produce dramatic perspectives that also
make good use of deep, lush bokeh.
Fast, precise, quiet AF for stills and movies
A newly designed high-power DDSSM optimized for this lens, delivers
approximately three times greater thrust than the previous focus drive system.
The increased power of the new DDSSM system provides faster, more precise,
quieter autofocus drive capability, for outstanding performance when shooting
stills and movies.
Professional control and dependability for stills and movies
Customizable focus hold button, aperture ring, aperture click switch, Linear
Response MF, dustproof and moisture-resistant design, and fluorine front-element
coating adds up to fully professional control and reliability for movies as well
as stills.
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