Sony FE PZ 28-135mm f/4 G OSS Lens
Full-Frame G Lens for Professional Moviemaking
With its lineage rooted in Sony's professional equipment, the Sony FE PZ 28-135mm f/4 showcases an impeccable optical design that facilitates 4K and upcoming high-resolution formats while minimizing breathing and image shift. Its three control rings grant precise manual control for intricate large format productions, and the inclusion of the first-ever SSM drive in a movie lens ensures a noiseless powered zoom experience.
- Supports 4K Production
- Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
- Power Zoom
- Super Sonic Wave Motor Drive
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Sony G Series lenses
Creative flexibility meets high quality with the Sony G Series lens portfolio.
Designed to meet the high expectations of the most demanding professional, they all feature circular apertures for smooth defocused areas, and aspherical lens elements for exceptional optical precision right to the edge of each lens.
- Precision optical design supports top-quality 4K production with minimum angle of view variation while focusing and axial displacement while zooming
- Three control rings offer manual control for demanding large format production
- On-lens SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) drive achieves quiet zoom and extra-smooth iris control
- Compact, lightweight design for situations that require mobility
- Dust and moisture resistant*1 for tough situations *1 Depending on conditions, the dust and moisture resistant design does not guarantee complete protection.
A full-frame G Lens for serious moviemaking
Boasting technology inherited from Sony's professional equipment, this lens surpasses the exacting standards of high-resolution movie formats with its precision and quality. Designed to support 4K and higher formats, it delivers impeccable clarity and sharpness while minimizing breathing and image shift. With three control rings for manual control and the first-ever SSM drive in a movie lens, it empowers filmmakers to capture intricate details and execute smoothly powered zooms quietly. This lens is a technological marvel that elevates visual storytelling, enabling filmmakers to craft immersive cinematic experiences that captivate audiences.
Smooth Motion Optics satisfies pro needs
Meeting the rigorous requirements of moviemaking, Sony Smooth Motion Optics goes beyond expectations, providing a range of essential qualities for capturing exceptional footage. Designed specifically for the cinematic realm, these optics excel in minimizing focus breathing, ensuring that the visual transitions remain smooth and seamless throughout the entire scene. Additionally, the lens's quiet operation enhances the filmmaking process, allowing for undisturbed audio capture and preserving the immersive experience for the audience.
Smooth, quiet powered zoom
In the world of professional movie shooting, maintaining a quiet operation is of paramount importance to ensure an undisturbed audio recording and an immersive viewing experience. Understanding this crucial requirement, the lens incorporates an advanced SSM (Super Sonic Wave Motor) drive system, elevating the powered zooming capabilities to new heights of precision and silence. With this innovative technology at play, filmmakers can seamlessly control the zoom function with utmost accuracy, allowing for smooth transitions and dynamic compositions without any distracting motor noise. This not only enhances the overall production value but also empowers directors to capture captivating visuals and evoke emotions through the seamless integration of movement within their storytelling.
Small and light for better handling
A compact, lightweight design that is also dust and moisture-resistant is ideal for situations that require mobility plus reliability. In situations where mobility and reliability are paramount, the significance of a compact, lightweight design that offers dust and moisture resistance cannot be overstated. This combination of attributes becomes the perfect companion for professionals on the go, enabling them to effortlessly navigate dynamic environments while maintaining the highest level of performance and dependability.
Key Features
- Designed for full-frame E-mount cameras, supporting top-tier 4K video production.
- Smooth Motion Optics minimise focus breathing and image shift during zooming.
- Super Sonic Wave Motor (SSM) drive ensures whisper-quiet, precise power zoom control.
- Three independent control rings offer tactile manual control for focus, zoom, and iris.
- Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation reduces camera shake for smoother handheld footage.
- Dust and moisture-resistant construction for reliable performance in tough conditions.
Benefits
* Cinematic Precision: Maintain your plane of focus seamlessly while zooming, giving your footage a professional, polished look.
* Undisturbed Audio Capture: The ultra-quiet SSM drive means you can zoom and focus smoothly without distracting motor noise ruining your audio tracks.
* Exceptional Image Quality: Five aspherical and three Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements work together to deliver edge-to-edge sharpness and clarity.
* Beautiful Bokeh: A 9-blade circular aperture helps you achieve smooth, naturally defocused backgrounds that make your subjects stand out.
Specifications
- Format: Full-Frame E-Mount
- Focal Length: 28-135mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/4
- Minimum Aperture: f/22
- Lens Elements: 5 Aspherical, 3 ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements
- Aperture Blades: 9 (Circular)
- Image Stabilisation: Optical SteadyShot (OSS)
- Zoom Type: Power Zoom (PZ)
- Focus Motor: Super Sonic Wave Motor (SSM)
- Weather Sealing: Dust and moisture-resistant
FAQs
1. Is the Sony FE PZ 28-135mm f/4 G OSS compatible with APS-C cameras?
Yes, while designed for full-frame E-mount cameras, it works perfectly on APS-C bodies, providing a 35mm equivalent focal length of 42-202.5mm.
2. Does this lens suffer from focus breathing?
No, it features Sony's Smooth Motion Optics specifically designed to minimise focus breathing, axial displacement, and focus shift while zooming.
3. Can I use the zoom manually without the power zoom function?
Absolutely. The lens features three independent control rings, allowing for precise manual control over zoom, focus, and iris.
4. Is this lens weather-sealed for outdoor shooting?
Yes, it features a dust and moisture-resistant construction, making it suitable for demanding outdoor environments, though complete protection is not guaranteed in extreme conditions.
5. Does the f/4 aperture remain constant throughout the zoom range?
Yes, the constant f/4 maximum aperture ensures consistent exposure and depth of field from 28mm all the way to 135mm.
Applications
* Documentary Filmmaking: The versatile 28-135mm range and quiet power zoom allow solo operators to reframe shots smoothly without interrupting the scene or ruining the audio.
* Corporate Video Production: Maintain a professional look with a constant f/4 aperture and Optical SteadyShot, ensuring crisp, stable interviews and B-roll even in challenging indoor lighting.
* Run-and-Gun Vlogging: The relatively compact and lightweight design for a cine-zoom, combined with weather sealing, makes it a reliable workhorse for creators shooting on location.
How to Use / Care Instructions
- Use the three independent control rings to manually adjust your focus, zoom, and iris for precise cinematic control during a take.
- Engage the Power Zoom (PZ) feature for smooth, consistent zoom speeds that are difficult to achieve by hand.
- Wipe the lens barrel with a clean, slightly damp microfiber cloth after shooting in dusty or coastal environments.
- Always attach a high-quality UV or clear protection filter to safeguard the front element from scratches and debris.
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| Sale | No |
| Angle of View | APS-C: 54°-12° *3 35mm: 75°-18° |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Dimensions | Approx. 105 x 162.5 mm |
| Focal Length | 28 mm to 135 mm 35mm equivalent focal-length (APS-C) :42 mm to 202.5 mm |
| Format Compatibility | 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor |
| Groups/Elements | 12/18 |
| Product Weight | 2.200000 |
| Brands | Sony |
| Wi-Fi Enabled | Yes |
| GTIN/UPC Code | 85126571627 |
| Cashback Enable | No |
| Speciality | Auto Focus, Constant Aperture Zoom, Image stabilisation |
| Genre/Use | General |
| Lens Type / Category | Telephoto Lenses, Wide Angle Lenses, Zoom Lenses |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.4(W) - 0.95(T) m (AF/MF), 0.95m (Full MF) |
| Lens Hood | Yes, Removable |
| Max. Reproduction Ratio | 1:6.67 |
| Stabilisation | Yes, Optical SteadyShot |
| Filter Thread | 95mm |
| Tripod Collar | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | Circular Aperture, 9 Blades |
| Magnification | 0.15x |
| Product Weight | 1215g |
