Continually updated: New Sony lenses now official!
Preview:
Zeiss preview and samples on Dpreview and Amateur Photographer
Press release:
Photoscala (german)
Dpreview
Focus Numerique (french)
CNET news
First press release on Quesabesde (google english translation)
1) Zeiss SSM 24mm f/2.0: Fullframe lens of 9 elements in 7 groups and 550 grams. 19cm close focus distance. Available late September for €1,250!
2) Sony 85mm f/2.8: Fullframe lens 175 grams. Available late September for €250!
3) Sony SAL DT 35 mm f/1.8: APS-C lens, 170 grams, 23cm close focus. Available mid October for €200!
Press release:
Sony expands A-Mount lens line-up for Alpha DSLR cameras with three new lenses
Sony is expanding its already strong line-up of over 30 A-mount lenses with new models that will appeal to seasoned photographers and those new to DSLR cameras alike
- The Distagon T* 24mm F2 ZA SSM (SAL24F20Z) features the acclaimed Carl Zeiss Distagon design and rounds out the existing Planar (SAL85F14Z) and Sonnar (SAL135F18Z) models also developed in conjunction with Carl Zeiss. It is intended to appeal to experienced photographers looking for a large-aperture wide-angle lens of real distinction.
- The DT 35mm F1.8 SAM (SAL35F18) adds the important 35mm focal length to the ‘Easy Choice’ series. ‘Easy Choice’ is intended to provide great value, compact and lightweight lenses that are attractive to entry-level and advanced photographers alike. Each lens in the series is selected for a specific purpose, for example portraiture or macro.
- The 85mm F2.8 SAM (SAL85F28) is another ‘Easy Choice’ lens, this time offering the 85mm focal length considered the standard for portraiture because of the natural perspective it provides. True to type it is extremely compact and light, weighing just 175g.
The Distagon T* 24mm F2 SSM (SAL24F20Z)
The Distagon T* 24mm F2 SSM (SAL24F20Z) functions as a wide-angle 24mm lens on full-frame cameras with 35mm sensors, or as a 36mm equivalent lens ideal for general use on cameras with APS-C sensors. Jointly developed with Carl Zeiss, it features the highly-regarded Carl Zeiss Distagon retro-focus lens configuration designed for wide-angle lenses.
This lens is distinguished by its fast response focus and extremely quiet, very smooth operation thanks to its built-in SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor).
It offers a wide and therefore highly versatile focal range from 0.19m to infinity, and features a nine-blade circular aperture that along with the large F2 maximum aperture contributes to smooth, natural bokeh effects.
In keeping with traditional Carl Zeiss design, the all-metal lens barrel has been finished to a very high standard resulting in a visibly high-quality appearance.
The DT 35mm F1.8 SAM (SAL35F18)
Part of the ‘Easy Choice’ series, offering photographers at all levels great value, compact and lightweight lenses, the DT 35mm F1.8 SAM (SAL35F18) weighs just 170g. It can be added to a lens kit system and carried without noticeably increasing the weight of the bag.
With an approximately 50mm (35mm equivalent) focal length on an APS-C sensor, this lens is ideal for snapshots and portraits under a wide range of shooting conditions. The high-speed F1.8 maximum aperture is particularly advantageous for hand held shooting in low light.
At just 0.23 metres, the DT 35mm F1.8 SAM (SAL35F18) has the shortest minimum focus in its class, making it an excellent choice for dramatic close-ups too. Whatever the shot, the internal Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM) drives the focussing group directly and ensures responsive and fluid autofocus operation.
The 85mm F2.8 SAM (SAL85F28)
This is the first full-frame lens in the ‘Easy Choice’ range, so its launch represents an important development of the line-up as a whole. The 85mm focal length is a standard for portraiture because of the natural perspective that it provides. On an APS-C sensor camera the 85mm F2.8 SAM (SAL85F28) functions as a 127.5mm (35mm equivalent) telephoto lens – and features a Sonnar-type optical design that is considered ideal for mid-range telephoto lenses.
The lens is sharp center to corner, and features smooth defocusing thanks to its large F2.8 maximum aperture and circular aperture design. At 0.6 metres, the minimum focusing distance is the shortest in its class, and SAM motor technology ensures smooth autofocus operation.
The quality optical and mechanical features of the lens mean it is suitable for serious photography and should more than satisfy intermediate to advanced users.
Sony Carl Zeiss Distagon 24mm F2, DT 35mm F1.8 SAM and 85mm F2.8 SAM specifications
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Distagon T* 24mm F2 SSM
(SAL24F20Z) |
DT 35mm F1.8 SAM (SAL35F18)
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85mm F2.8 SAM
(SAL85F28) |
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| Street price | • TBC (US) • £1100 (UK) • € 1250 (EU) |
• TBC (US) • £ 175 (UK) • € 200 (EU) |
• TBC (US) • £ 220 (UK) • € 250 (EU) |
| Focal length | 24mm | 35mm | 85mm |
| Maximum aperture | F2 | F1.8 | F2.8 |
| Lens Construction | • 9 elements/7 groups • 2 ED glass elements • 2 aspherical glass elements |
• 6 elements/5 groups | • 5 elements/4 groups |
| Minimum focus | 0.19m | 0.23m | 0.6m |
| Maximum magnification | 0.29x | 0.25x | 0.2x |
| AF motor type | Super Sonic wave Motor (SSM) | Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM) | Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM) |
| Filter thread | 72mm | 55mm | 55mm |
| Supplied accessories | • Hood • Case • Front & Rear caps |
• Hood • Front & Rear caps |
• Hood • Front & Rear caps |
| Weight | 555g | 170g | 175g |
| Dimensions |
78mm diameter x 76mm length
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70mm diameter x 52mm length
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70mm diameter x 52mm length
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errorka
2 years ago |They wrote 23 inches as minimal focus distance for the 35mm, and mentioned 19 centimetres for the 24mm.
Did you wrote 23cm as a correction or just mispelled?
admin
2 years ago |Sorry! My fault! A little bit weird that they first used “cm” for teh Zeiss and than “inch” for the Sony lens
errorka
2 years ago |Hehe
Dprev is out with official infos. It’s 23cm 
I thought the same, and finally used the 23cm info
Looked more credible…
Bjorn van Sinttruije
2 years ago |Sony Europe has a non-Googlish press release:
http://presscentre.sony.eu/content/detail.aspx?ReleaseID=6072&NewsAreaId=2
Saruman
2 years ago |Yay for the zeiss
But what’s with the almost non-existant focus ring on the other two?! It was one thing that bugged me slightly about non G/CZ lenses before, but now it’s getting plain ridiculous. It might be nice to actually have something to hold when changing focus every once in a while.
I was shocked when i saw f2.8 for the 85. Why they can’t make it f1.8 or f2 at the very least I do not know.
These two things are unlikely to tempt Canikon users into switching any time soon that’s for sure.
Rant over. Now to go and take over the world…
dont get it...
2 years ago |canon has a 85 f/1.8 (1.3 stops faster than the sony) for almost the same price. only about $100 USD more expensive.
Myst
2 years ago |the 85mm is only good for full frame cameras where the depth of field at f/2.8 is equivalent to f/2 on APSC and granted, it’s nice for portraits, where in most cases you don’t need a aperture bigger than f/2.8 (FF terms)
the 35mm f/1.8 sounds promising if it’s as sharp as the nikon version and has the chromatic aberrations of the 50mm f/1.8 DT lens, needless to say i away buying it
The strong point of the zeiss is it’s close focus ability of almost 0.3 magnification, which is HUGE for a 24mm lens it almost translates to 1:2 if you use it on a APSC sensor which is mind blowing.
qbic
2 years ago |LOL 85mm F2.8…… is this joke or typo?
icie
2 years ago |If I were to get an 85mm lens, I’d stick with the Minolta 1.4G (D).
Eric
2 years ago |Wow, that is one slow aperture for a 85mm portrait lens. What is Sony thinking? Did they even consult photographers before designing that? I kept expecting to read the word “macro” in the title, but nada. Also, as far as the 35mm goes. If you’re going to make a “normal” 50mm equivalent for APS-C why make a 35mm instead of a 30-32mm? Not that big of a deal, and Nikon is guilty of it too, but why make what is effectively a 53mm lens in full frame terms when most photographers prefer somewhere between 35-50mm’s? Either way, good to see someone still making primes, but their specs baffle me.
Sky
2 years ago |Well, the 85mm looks nice – smaller than Tamron 90mm f/2.8, over half the weight and better price tag, though lacking Macro which is quite a bit disadvantage, not saying about lack of FF support. Comparing to Nikon and Canon counterparts it’s…. nothing much to compare, as these have better light (f/1.8) for higher price…. though the price difference doesn’t seem to be high.
I have mixed feelings about this one, f/1.8 with higher price would be a better choice IMHO, but maybe Sony wanted to avoid direct competition? (though reviewers gonna compare them anyway)
It’s bit funny how they managed to put two different lenses into identical package.
Zeiss… well, one is sure: It’s expensive. Though not that much if you compare it to canikon… only their lenses have f/1.4 which is a huge difference. I hope that the quality of Zeiss in usable f-stops will outmatch them quite a bit.
HopeSpringsEternal
2 years ago |Sony strikes again! Who the hell needs an 85mm f/2.8 (non-macro) when there are 70-200mm f/2.8 lenses and several 90mm,100mm and 105mm f/2.8 macro lenses available?
I swear I don’t think Sony executives know how to use a camera or what cameras are for besides taking crappy family snapshots.
eerikoo
2 years ago |You people are a big joke!, if Sony now sells a sharp 85 2.8 prime for 250 euros, then they have really understood something, at it will be a best seller for sure…thank you Sony if this is true!
Alex
2 years ago |Small size and low weight are features too!
Not everyone wants to carry and wave around big fat lenses.
max
2 years ago |35mm1.8 is really big news.. 85mmf2.8 is nice too .. they all cheap and lightweight ..Good Job Sony
Leo
2 years ago |I don’t think 85 F2.8 is a bad idea as its price tag is actually attractive to me! And the 35 F1.8 also.
I really like Sony’s move to enrich the leisure camera users’ lens line up. A 70-210 F4 please!
Kevin
2 years ago |Nice to see Sony sticking with Minolta’s tradition of small indistinguishable prime lenses. Combing eBay in ten years is going to be fantastic!
mcgrattan
2 years ago |Funny that people are complaining about the entry level lenses on the same day they get a Zeiss 24/2.
19cm min focus distance is pretty sweet, 2 inches closer than the canon.
kucau
2 years ago |the 85 mm 2.8 was freaking idiot decision. now why would i choose 85 2.8 when i can opt for tamron 90 mm 2.8 ? its sharp for portrait AND i`ll get a real 1:1 macro capability?? Sony`s utter stupidity really tempting me to jump ship!!
e_dawg
2 years ago |Mixed feelings on these lenses…
Zeiss 24/2 is sure to be a great performer, but it’s bigger and heavier than i would have liked. It’s not much smaller than Canon and Nikon’s 24/1.4 offerings…
35/1.8 DT… disappointing. Sorry to say, this lens is NOT as good as the Nikon 35/1.8G. With only 6 elements in 5 groups, no aspherics or ED elements, how can it be? Nikon uses 8 elements, one of which is aspherical. Also, a DT lens? We need a full-frame option in that range. Bring back a new and improved version of the 35/2 that has better correction for coma!
85/2.8… looks good as a small and light option, but i think they should have pushed it to f/2. It’s not like the 85/1.8′s from Canikon are that big or expensive. An 85/2 would have been an “Easy Choice”. An 85/2.8? Not so much…
eneuman
2 years ago |This further shows Sony commitment to the low middle class of DSLR’s. Two cheap plastic mount lenses with the ultra crappy SAM motor. After using the 18-55 with the same build as these two… all I can say is WTF SONY???
The Ziess on the other hand, excellent build quality and i’m sure optics to match. Of course so is the price.
Sky
2 years ago |kucau – I’m happy owner of 90 f/2.8 Macro and can say you that there’s lot I dislike in this lens, a lot that Sony might have done well. First of all the focusing speed – if you don’t use limiter it’s better to manual-focus cause otherwise you may go asleep. Secondly the size of this thing – it doubles it’s length while focused up close. And finally – f/2.8 is waaaay too soft. If you want to take a sharp picture wide-open you’d better look elsewhere. I know, I know, softness of this kind can be used in advantage, but I’d prefer to soften images myself than getting soft pictures whenever I need them or not (though at f/5.6 it’s stunning how sharp the lens is, especially for that price tag).
So if Sony managed to make something with AF and achieve good sharpness at f/2.8 than it’ll be a nice proposition.
Kevin
2 years ago |I can’t think of any of Sony’s new “Easy Choice” lenses that I wouldn’t be happy to use. The 50/1.8 could replace my older, failing 50/1.7, the 30/2.8 Macro gives a good working distance with an interesting angle of view (plus it’s SHARP), the 35/1.8 was a bit of a wish-list item to begin with, and the 85/2.8 might just take over the portrait duties of the short end of my f/4 telephoto zoom. All of these with a combined cost of around $800 US? Not bad, IMHO. The only problem would be telling them apart in the camera bag!
Tabitha Green
2 years ago |Sony continues moving towards the laughing-stock of the SLR camera world.
Now we can just wait for them to majorly screw up the a700 replacement (I bet they remove most of the buttons and make you dig in menus, I just know it!) and that will pretty much write them off in my eyes. 
So sad.
Antonio Schubert
2 years ago |85 F2.8 SAM review
http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/news/New_Sony_DSLR_lenses_previewed_news_300407.html?offset=&offset=1
admin
2 years ago |Thanks Antonio!
duongyen
2 years ago |i’m very disappointed, I was looking for a budget 35mm lens for my A850, but the new one is for Crop body.