PRE-ORDER: Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II
Product Highlights
- Premium G Master Series mid-range telephoto prime
- 2 XA elements for high resolution and 2 ED elements for natural colour
- Large F1.4 maximum aperture and 11-blade circular aperture unit deliver exquisite bokeh
- Refined AF performance that is fast, precise, and quiet
- 2 focus hold buttons, an AF/MF switch, Linear Response MF, and an aperture ring for total control
- 13% smaller and 20% lighter than the previous version
- Dust and Moisture-Resistant Design
EARLY BIRD PROMOTION from 4-22 September 2024
FREE with Purchase:
- BB Nano Portable Electronic Blower (worth $89)
- Limited-edition 10th Anniversary Full-frame Mirrorless Hot Shoe Cap**
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Next-level G Master performance: even sharper with gorgeous bokeh
2 XA (extreme aspherical) elements achieve an eye-opening resolution to the image edges, while 2 ED (extra-low dispersion) glass elements minimise chromatic aberration. Eyes and expressions can be captured with stunning clarity regardless of framing. Sony's Nano AR Coating II suppresses flare and ghosting in just about any lighting. Minimum focus distance is 0.85 m (2.79ft) (AF)/0.8 m (2.63ft) (MF).
Stunning G Master bokeh with smoother transitions
The FE 85mm F1.4 GM II carries on the acclaimed performance of the previous model with a new optical design that controls chromatic aberration for more natural bokeh. An 11-blade circular aperture enhances further, while precisely controlled spherical aberration works with XA (extreme aspherical) elements to minimise onion-ring bokeh. This means smooth transitions from sharp focus to deep bokeh at F1.4.
The full AF speed and precision of advanced α-series bodies realised
2 XD (extreme dynamic) linear motors and high-speed control give the FE 85mm F1.4 GM II AF speed that is up to 3x faster than the previous model. Moving subject tracking is improved by as much as 7x, allowing reliable capture even when using an extremely narrow depth of field at F1.4. The 120 fps capability of the α9 III with its global shutter is fully supported. The FE 85mm F1.4 GM II offers extraordinary creative control for serious portraiture.
20% less mass with no image quality compromise
XA (extreme aspherical) elements, refined optics, XD (extreme dynamic) linear motors, and a compact circular aperture unit pack superb large-aperture performance into a barrel that measures just 84.7 (3-3/8 inch) x 107.3 mm (4-1/4 inch) and weighs only 642 g (22.7 oz.). That's about 13% less volume and 20% less mass for outstanding agility and matching with compact α-series bodies.
An ideal 85mm F1.4 lens for filmmaking
The FE 85mm F1.4 GM II is a great choice for filming people. It works perfectly with Real-time Recognition AF in α-series bodies, for fast, precise, quiet subject tracking that maintains a sharp focus on moving subjects even at F1.4. Focus breathing has been minimised, and body breathing compensation is supported. The aperture ring can be switched to click-less operation, and Linear Response MF allows smooth manual focus control.
Top-class control and reliability for professional applications
2 customisable focus hold buttons and an AF/MF switch offer flexible operability, while an independent aperture ring and Linear Response MF provide intuitive control for creative shooting. The FE 85mm F1.4 GM II accepts 77 mm threaded filters. A dust and moisture-resistant design ensures reliability in challenging outdoor conditions, while a fluorine coating on the front element effectively repels contaminants.
Lens Configuration
G Master series lenses take imaging and expression to previously unattainable levels with a stunning blend of extremely high resolution and softly dissolving background bokeh.
[1] Extreme aspherical lens (XA lens) [2] ED (extra-low dispersion) glass
MTF Chart
MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) describes how well a lens can reproduce fine details, measured as the degree of contrast achieved between finely spaced lines.
[1] Contrast (%) [2] Distance from optical center of lens (mm) [3] Max. aperture [4] F8 aperture [5] Spatial frequency [6] 10 line pairs/mm [7] 30 line pairs/mm [8] Radial values [9] Tangential values
What's in the box?
- 1 x Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II Lens
- 1 x Sony ALC-F77S 77mm Front Lens Cap
- 1 x Sony ALC-R1EM Rear Lens Cap
- 1 x Sony ALC-SH150 Lens Hood
- 1 x Padded Lens Case
- Mount
Sony E-mount
- Format
35mm full frame
- Focal Length
85mm
- Lens Elements Groups
11-14
- Angle Of View
35mm
29°
APS-C
19°1
- Aperture
Maximum
1.4
Minimum
16
- Aperture Blades
11
- Circular Aperture
Yes
- Minimum Focusing Distance
0.85(AF), 0.80(MF) m (2.79(AF), 2.63(MF) ft)
- Max. Magnification (x)
0.11(AF), 0.12(MF)
- Filter Diameter
77mm
- Image Stabilization
- (body-integrated)
- Teleconverter Compatibility
-
- Lens Hood
Round shape, bayonet type
- Dimensions
84.7 × 107.3 mm (3-3/8 x 4-1/4 in.)
- Weight
642 g (22.7 oz.)