This first-class 24 mm (35 mm full-frame equivalent) prime lens features a large F1.8 maximum aperture and is capable of outstanding sharpness and contrast throughout the frame, plus beautiful "bokeh" in out-of-focus areas. Maximum magnification is 0.25x for dramatic 1:4 close-up capability, and an internal drive motor offers smooth, quiet autofocus operation that moviemakers will appreciate.
Sonnar T* E 24 mm F1.8 ZA Compatibility
E-mount Full-Frame cameras
E-mount APS-C cameras
Sample photos
1/250s, F11
1/320s, F2.8
1/1250s, F1.8
1/200s, F1.8
1/100s, F1.8
Extra speed and wide-angle appeal
An F1.8 maximum aperture and 24 mm focal length work with ZEISS® optics to deliver outstanding images from well-lit landscapes to low-light indoor shots and even 1:4 close-ups.
Get close for impressive detail and impact
With a 16-cm (6.30-in) minimum focusing distance, this lens makes it possible to get close to your subject in 1:4 macro shots that show detail with impressive wide-angle perspective.
Smooth and quiet for quality movies
Smooth, quiet operation is essential for moviemaking. The fluent, low-noise focus operation of this lens makes it a good choice for movies as well as stills.
Refined exterior finish and feel
A black aluminum-alloy exterior blends beautifully with the graceful design of E-mount bodies, and an engraved focus ring offers superior grip and operating feel.
ZEISS® prime performance
1:4 macro
Quiet operation
Elegant appearance
Lens Configuration
Legendary ZEISS quality manufactured and calibrated specifically for Sony imaging products. The T* coating contributes to exquisite rendering and contrast. [1] Aspherical lens [2] ED (extra-low dispersion) glass
MTF Chart
MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) describes how well a lens can reproduce fine details, measured as the degree of contrast achieved between finely spaced lines. [1] Contrast (%) [2] Distance from optical center of lens (mm) [3] Max. aperture [4] F8 aperture [5] Spatial frequency [6] 10 line pairs / mm [7] 20 line pairs / mm [8] 40 line pairs / mm [9] Radial values [10] Tangential values
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