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FE 85mm f/1.8

The Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 is the go-to portrait prime for E-mount shooters who want beautiful subject isolation without the G Master price tag. A fast linear AF motor, 85mm flattering compression, and f/1.8 background blur make this a near-essential lens for any portrait photographer.

Typical Price
£549–£599
Average price across retailers: ~£574
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Core
Aperture
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Compatible Mount
Sony E-mount (full-frame compatible)
Dimensions
78mm × 82mm
Weight
371g
Weather Sealed
No
Performance
AF Motor
Linear AF motor — fast and near-silent for stills and video
Optical IS
None (relies on body IBIS)
Burst Rate
—
Battery Life
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Optics
Min. Focus Distance
Compatible with all Sony E-mount cameras
Viewfinder
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Screen
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Memory Cards
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Connectivity
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Suitability Score by Genre
Portrait
9.0
Street
7.0
Video
7.0
Wildlife
4.0
✅ Great For
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Portrait The 85mm focal length is the classic portrait choice. f/1.8 produces beautiful subject separation.
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Wedding & Events Flattering compression, fast AF and quiet operation make this an ideal wedding lens.
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Street 85mm works for environmental portraiture on the street. More reach than a 50mm.
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Video Near-silent AF motor tracks subjects smoothly for video. f/1.8 works in low-light interview setups.
⚠️ Not Ideal For
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Wildlife 85mm is too short for most wildlife subjects, and no weather sealing limits outdoor use.
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Landscape 85mm is not a landscape focal length. Better focal length choices exist for wider scenes.
📝 How suitability scores are calculated Scores reflect the aggregated consensus from verified purchaser reviews across tracked UK retailers, weighted by photography genre tags applied by reviewers. This is community opinion — not GearFrame editorial assessment.
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