- Second generation design with enhanced operation, improved reliability and better results across the board
- Excellent sharpness and high resolving power, particularly in the centre thanks to a high quality optical design
- Fast, precise and quiet AF with tenacious AF tracking which works seamlessly with Sony subject detection algorithms
- Sharp results even when shooting wide open together with a 9-bladed aperture for smooth and clean bokeh
- Excellent short telephoto prime lens for stills and video which is weather sealed for outdoor shooting
Key Features
- Robust and reliable second generation design with weather sealing
- Smaller, lighter and faster than the original lens
- Fast, precise and quiet AF with reliable AF tracking
- Excellent image performance even wide open at f/1.4 aperture
- Professional control with customisable buttons
- 9-bladed aperture for smooth and clean bokeh
- Compact 72mm filter thread
Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II Lens for Sony E Summary
Arriving to coincide with their 50th anniversary is the second generation Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II Lens for Sony E full-frame . This short telephoto prime lens has been updated inside and out with Samyang’s latest design language, improved optics and tenacious autofocus capabilities, resulting in a lens which is smaller, lighter and faster than the original.
It offers excellent sharpness with high resolution particularly in the centre of the image circle, which is apparent even when shooting wide open at f/1.4. The 9-bladed aperture renders pleasingly smooth and clean bokeh, with a wide maximum aperture perfect for separating your subject from the background.
The AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II is ideal for both stills and video thanks to featuring the latest STM AF technology found in  and the exterior includes a custom switch and focus hold button for improved operation. Samyang also weather sealed this lens in order for you to be able to shoot outdoors during wind, rain or snow.
Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II Lens for Sony E in More Detail
Outstanding Centre Resolution
With 4 HR (High Refractive) and 1 ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) glass element included in the new optical design, the AF 85mm F1.4 FE II provides excellent contrast and resolution, with a centre resolution which is superior to many other telephoto lenses. Samyang’s advanced coating technology also maintains excellent image sharpness even in low lighting conditions and delivers a clearer image with improved Colour Contribution Index (CCI).
Fast, Precise and Quiet Auto Focus Performance
Samyang’s Linear Stepping Motor (STM) provides the efficiency needed for fast, precise, quiet AF and tracking, capitalising on the advantages which Sony E-Mount cameras provide. Compared to the previous AF 85mm F1.4 FE, the latest generation AF 85mm F1.4 FE II lens is optimised for shooting stills as well as video, through the reduction of vibration and noise. Samyang’s Linear STM satisfies both photographers and videographers who demand quieter and more accurate control from the lens focusing groups.
Beautiful Clean Bokeh
The AF 85mm F1.4 FE II is the only FE mount  that does not feature any aspherical glass, which often cause onion ring effects in the bokeh. Since the AF 85mm F1.4 FE II has no aspherical glass elements, it has clear and beautiful bokeh with rounded edges.
Enhanced Reliability with Professional Control
To improve your workflow Samyang has included customisable Focus Hold Button and Custom Switch in the AF 85mm F1.4 FE II.
Focus Hold Button
The focus hold button locks focusing distance, although it can also be assigned with other functions, including Eye AF in settings on the camera body.
Custom Switch
The custom switch can be set for silent aperture adjustment by rotating the focus ring. Using the optional , you can set up the mode to suit your own preference*.
(*More features will be added through firmware updates in the future)
0.85m Short Minimum Focal Distance
The minimum focus distance is just 85cm, making the lens perfect for portraits from close up headshots to full-body images, while isolating the subject from background with the wide f/1.4 maximum aperture.
Contemporary Design with Weather Sealing
The AF 85mm F1.4 FE II has been developed and enhanced with a micro-patterned rubber focus ring, which feels great to operate. Extensive weather-sealing in 7 areas protects the lens from light rain, snow and dust.
Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II Lens for Sony E Specifications
- Mount Type: Sony E mount full frame (FE)
- Optical design: 11 elements in 8 groups
- Closest Focusing Distance: 0.85m
- Filter Size: 72mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.4
- Minimum Aperture: f/16
- No. Diaphragm Blades: 9
- Weather Proof: Yes
- Measurements: 83.4mm x 99.5mm
- Weight: 509g
What’s in the Box
- Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II Lens for Sony E mirrorless cameras
- AF 85mm FE II lens hood
- Font and rear caps
- Lens pouch
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