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Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM

The Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM is widely considered the finest telephoto portrait prime in the world — a lens whose optical performance, bokeh rendering, and AF capability define what the large-aperture telephoto prime can be in the mirrorless era. Clinically sharp wide open, with extraordinary subject separation and near-flawless bokeh across the frame.

GearFrame's Take

Arguably the finest portrait prime ever made — unrivalled sharpness, three-dimensional bokeh, and world-class AF in a single lens.

Starting from
£1599 new
Used from £954 (eBay)
Average price across retailers: ~£1999
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Clifton Cameras
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£1599
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£1599
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£954
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£1515
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£1211
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Core
Released
2019
Focal Length
135mm
Aperture
f/1.8
Compatible Mount
Sony FE (full-frame E-mount)
Filter Size
82mm
Dimensions
89.5mm diameter × 127mm length
Weight
950g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Optics & Focus
AF Motor
Dual XD Linear Motor AF — world-class speed and tracking
Optical IS
None (relies on IBIS)
Min. Focus Distance
N/A — lens

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre

Base score — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. Camera Match adjusts it for your skill level and priorities.

Portrait
9.1
Street
5.0
Travel
5.2
Wedding & Events
7.7
Filmmaking
6.8
Documentary
7.2
Sports & Action
7.7
Landscape
6.5
Casual
5.0
Food
6.1
Macro
5.3
Architecture
6.3
Underwater
6.5
✅ Great For
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Portrait 9.1 Strong on optical quality, focal length and maximum aperture. Widely regarded as the best portrait prime in the world. The subject isolation is extraordinary.
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Sports & Action 7.7 Strong on autofocus, maximum aperture and optical quality.
💍
Wedding & Events 7.7 Strong on autofocus, optical quality and maximum aperture. The 135mm perspective compresses beautifully for ceremony and candid work at a distance.
⚠️ Not Ideal For
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Casual 5.0 Held back by focal length and portability.
📝 How suitability scores are calculated GearScore™ genre scores are calculated from this camera's verified specifications — autofocus, sensor, weight, weather sealing and more — weighted by what matters for each type of photography. Where a spec sheet misses something (e.g. a manual-focus rangefinder for street), we apply a documented editorial adjustment. Scores are not based on customer reviews. See our full methodology →
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