Sony E 30mm f/3.5 Macro Lens
Compact and Close-Focusing
Get up close and seize breathtaking details with Sony's E 30mm f/3.5 Macro Lens. Built for compatibility with E-mount cameras featuring APS-C format, this lens provides a focal length equivalent to 45mm, delivering versatility for a diverse range of subjects. With its exceptional macro capabilities, it excels at capturing intricate details and enables seamless close-up shots of nearby subjects.
- E-Mount Lens/APS-C Format
- 45mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22
- One ED and Three Aspherical Elements
- 1:1 Magnification Ratio
Get Up Close
Designed for Sony’s line of APS-C-format E-mount cameras, the Sony 30mm f3.5 Macro Lens offers a 45-mm equivalent focal length, which makes the Sony 30mm f3.5 a good macro lens. It has a 2.4 cm minimum working distance rendering close-up detail with superb resolution and contrast and an aperture of f/3.5 to f/22, which gives photographers better control of the depth of field.
Refined Optical Performance
The Sony 30mm f3.5 Macro Lens offers one extra-low dispersion glass element that reduces chromatic aberrations while maintaining colour fidelity to your shots. Also incorporated in the lens are three aspherical elements designed to lessen astigmatism, field curvature, coma, and other monochromatic aberrations, which improve images taken with a macro lens.
Fast, Accurate Focus
The Sony 30mm f3.5 Macro Lens boasts an internal focus design that contributes to quick and precise autofocusing speeds while keeping its length constant during use. In other words, the lens barrel of the Sony 30mm f3.5 doesn’t move, enabling a more compact design, faster autofocus response, and reduced minimum focusing distances.
Smooth Bokeh Effect
This macro lens from Sony also features a rounded seven-blade diaphragm instead of a standard polygon-shaped lens aperture. This creates a smooth defocusing or bokeh effect on your images when employing selective focus techniques.
Key Features
- Designed specifically for Sony APS-C E-mount mirrorless cameras, providing a 45mm equivalent focal length.
- True macro capabilities with an incredibly close 2.4 cm minimum working distance.
- Versatile aperture range from f/3.5 to f/22 for precise control over depth of field.
- Advanced optical design featuring one extra-low dispersion (ED) glass element to reduce chromatic aberrations and maintain excellent colour fidelity.
- Three aspherical elements to lessen astigmatism, field curvature, and coma.
- Internal focusing mechanism ensures fast, accurate autofocusing without changing the lens barrel length.
- Rounded seven-blade diaphragm produces a smooth, natural bokeh effect.
Applications
* Macro Photography: Get incredibly close to your subjects with the 2.4 cm working distance, perfect for capturing the fine details of insects, flowers, and textures.
* Product & Food Photography: The 45mm equivalent focal length and sharp optics make it an excellent choice for crisp, detailed tabletop shooting.
* Everyday Walkaround: Its compact, internal-focusing design makes it easy to carry on your Sony APS-C camera for general photography and spontaneous close-ups on the go.
Specifications
- Lens Mount: Sony E-mount (APS-C format)
- Focal Length: 30mm (45mm full-frame equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22
- Minimum Working Distance: 2.4 cm
- Optical Design: 1 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) element, 3 Aspherical elements
- Focus Type: Internal autofocus
- Diaphragm Blades: 7, rounded
FAQs
1. What cameras is the Sony E 30mm f/3.5 Macro Lens compatible with?
This lens is designed specifically for Sony APS-C-format E-mount mirrorless cameras.
2. Does the lens extend when focusing?
No, it features an internal focus design, meaning the lens barrel length remains constant during use. This allows for a more compact profile and faster autofocus response.
3. What is the minimum working distance of this macro lens?
You can get incredibly close to your subject with a minimum working distance of just 2.4 cm.
4. How does this lens handle chromatic aberrations?
It incorporates one extra-low dispersion (ED) glass element and three aspherical elements to significantly reduce chromatic and monochromatic aberrations, ensuring excellent colour fidelity and sharpness.
5. Is this lens good for achieving a blurred background (bokeh)?
Yes, the rounded seven-blade diaphragm helps produce a smooth, pleasing bokeh effect when using selective focus techniques.
How to Use / Care Instructions
To get the most out of your macro photography, pair this lens with a sturdy tripod to eliminate camera shake at close working distances. When shooting at the 2.4 cm minimum distance, be mindful of your lighting, as the camera and lens can cast shadows on your subject. Keep the front element clean using a blower and a high-quality microfibre cloth to maintain optimal image clarity and protect the advanced optical elements.
| Best Seller | No |
|---|---|
| Sale | No |
| Autofocus | No |
| Product Weight | 0.300000 |
| Brands | Sony |
| Wi-Fi Enabled | Yes |
| GTIN/UPC Code | 4905524796636 |
| Cashback Enable | No |
| Speciality | Auto Focus |
| Genre/Use | Portrait, Specialty |
| Lens Hood | Yes, Removable |
| Max. Reproduction Ratio | 1:1 |
| Product Weight | 138g |
