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Compact black 55mm f/1.8 zoom lens with 49mm filter thread and 2.5 inch diameter

Sony

Sony Sonnar T* SEL55F18Z 55mm f/1.8 zoom lens

SKU CH-G032-MB6X7

A compact 55 mm zoom lens with a bright f/1.8 aperture, optical stabilisation and 0.14x magnification for Sony E-mount full-frame cameras

  • Product typeZoom Lens
  • Large f/1.8 aperture gathers more light in dim scenes
  • 55 mm full-frame focal length suits portraits and everyday shooting
  • Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* coating reduces flare for clearer contrast
  • Optical image stabilisation steadies handheld shots at slower speeds
  • Compact 2.5 in diameter fits easily in a small bag

Compact F1.8 Zoom for Alpha A7 Series

This Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* lens offers a 55mm focal length with a bright f/1.8 maximum aperture on full-frame Sony E-mount bodies. It targets photographers who need a fast mid-range zoom for low-light and shallow-depth work. Buyers who want wider angles or longer reach should look elsewhere.

Sustained Optical Performance

The large F1.8 aperture maintains brightness across the zoom range, helping the sensor gather light during extended shooting sessions without pushing ISO higher. Optical SteadyShot stabilisation counters hand shake during longer exposures. The T* coating reduces flare and ghosting when pointing toward strong light sources over time.

Straightforward E-Mount Installation

The lens mounts directly to any Sony Alpha A7 series full-frame camera with a simple bayonet twist and locks with an audible click. A 49mm filter thread accepts standard front accessories without vignetting at 55mm. The 0.14x maximum magnification limits close-up work, so macro photographers will need supplementary optics.

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Price $452.99
Cheaper than about 61% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

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Product typeZoom Lens

Questions about this item

How much heat or noise does the Sony Sonnar T* SEL55F18Z produce during all-day shooting?

The lens has no moving electronic parts, so it generates no audible noise or measurable heat during continuous use.

Which camera body and mount are required for the Sony Sonnar T* SEL55F18Z to operate?

It requires a Sony E-mount body; the supplier highlights the Alpha a7 series full-frame cameras as the intended pairing.

Will the Sony Sonnar T* SEL55F18Z cover the full frame of an older Alpha a7 model without vignetting?

Yes, the 55 mm full-frame format design covers the entire sensor on any Alpha a7 series body.

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