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Sony Sonnar T* E 24mm f/1.8 ZA Lens for Sony E, Bundle with ProOptic 49mm Filter Kit, Lens Pouch, Lens Wrap, Cleaning Kit, Lens Cleaner, Cap Tether

SKU: ISO2418A MFR: SEL24F18Z A
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  • Sony Sonnar T* E 24mm f/1.8 Lens for Sony E
    Sony Sonnar T* E 24mm f/1.8 Lens for Sony E
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  • ProOptic 49mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit
    ProOptic 49mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit
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  • Slinger Neoprene Lens Pouch - Medium (Superwide to Normal)
    Slinger Neoprene Lens Pouch - Medium (Superwide to Normal)
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  • 4 more

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Key Features

  • Capture stunning detail with this Sony 24mm f/1.8 lens, perfect for landscapes and portraits.
  • Experience fast, precise autofocus with the Sony E-mount lens, ideal for action shots.
  • Enjoy exceptional image quality with the Zeiss optics of this wide angle 24mm Sony lens.
  • Get creative with the f/1.8 aperture, achieving beautiful bokeh in your photos and videos.
  • Compact and lightweight, this Sony lens is great for travel and everyday photography.
  • This 24mm lens bundle includes filters and cleaning kit to maintain pristine image quality.
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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?GREG C : reviewed extensively by fine photographers and given high marks for optical clarity.

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2024-02-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Travel Lens

This lens is versatile and sharp especially at about f2.8. It is an ideal travel lens (if your sensor permits heavy cropping).

HuwWG

2020-07-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

One of the very best APSC lens

A almost perfect balance of light-weightness, image quality and AF snappiness. The nice things about sony lens is that many of them have the same 49mm filter size and it keeps things simple. Added weather-resistance would be been nice.

lshirak

2019-09-04T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Way better than expected

Just bought this two weeks ago and love it. Have been having a great time on the trails with it.

Bob o.

2019-09-04T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Way better than expected

Just bought this two weeks ago and love it. Have been having a great time on the trails with it.

BR 5.

2019-09-03T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great. clear, sharp lens

Beautiful lens this - just way too expensive for what it is. I'd go for the 35mm f1.8 & the 85mm f 1.8 & you'd be all set. Get a 10-18mm if you want super wide.

typezero

2019-05-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Color saturation.

My go to prime lens when out being a tourist or in low light situations, it has that something special even though it is not the sharpest on my A6500. It is worth the money I have found as it spends most of the time on the camera while travelling. Photo shot at night with in camera image stacking feature.

Martinjt

2018-06-04T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

You wont regret!

Overall lens review is good. Colour: very sharp Focus: fast enough focus engine: quiet 9/10 for rate, As the lens a bit expensive

Anonymous U.

2017-12-16T07:44:28

Rated 3 out of 5

My #1 Lens on 6300

I love the size. I like the look. It is a very nice lens. Just wish it had more magic, or a 1.4 aperture. It is the only choice & I love 35mm (36 as per crop) . This is a 1.8x1.5 or a 2.7 aperture per FF. OK. Fun walk around lens that I use a lot. The other is the 50 mm which (75 effective). Those 2 make a lovely combination. And light enough.

DARREN G.

2017-11-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

So far, it's just beautiful!

Pricey but definitely worth it! It does everything for you. The depth of field is gorgeous! (But if you don't like a strong depth of field it might not be right for you) The F1.8 is just amazing for video in a low light environment. Makes all portraits sharp and clean so far, can't wait to test it on landscapes. For any constructive feedback: physically smaller would be grandly appreciated.

Chloe1234

2017-10-10T06:39:11

Rated 5 out of 5

Very sharp, worth it

I did a ton of research before purchasing the 24mmF/1.8 CZ. The lens has surpassed my expectations. The images are amazingly sharp and the bokeh is superb. I use the lens on my A6000 and the combination is outstanding. The lens is well worth the money.

JEFFREY K.

2017-08-15T10:10:27

Rated 5 out of 5

A pro lens in a small footprint

I also have the 18-105 f4 and was really on the fence over this. I took a few pictures of people inside with natural light and they were as good as taking the same picture with my old D810 with a 85mm 1.4 portrait lens. The tone is just magnificent. I highly recommend this lens and it will be on my a6500 most of the time.

Richard K.

2017-07-29T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Superb lens

Only had this lens for a short time, but it is the best lens to match my new a6500 for all purpose shooting. Previously used on my Sony 5n and made a great leap in the quality of photos taken. Very clear in low light and easy to hold and carry though not pocketable as the 1650 power zoom I use while traveling.

Taijiallan

2017-06-19T06:00:58

Rated 5 out of 5

Go to lens

Very nice lens, well built.

Bob C.

2017-04-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect all-round lens

I bought this lens together with my A6500 and both lens and camera fit perfectly. I use this lens to take environmental portrait pictures of children and I'm extremely satisfied with this lens. The lens is sharp and fast and matches perfectly with the camera in terms of size and weight. If you plan to purchase a single lens only for the a6xxx then this is the lens.

tomzb

2017-01-07T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent

Outstanding clarity and contrast. Use it on my A 6300.

arijitbasu

2016-08-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great lens although expensive

I bought this lens a few weeks ago to use with the a6000. I have owned the a6000 for a while but haven't used it much because I also have the A7R Mk2 which as a full frame camera has many advantages. However, my very first shoot with this lens has convinced me to make more use of the camera.I've attached two images to show its versatility...

Mal42

2016-06-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Top quality lens

The sel24f18z is a top quality lens it feels solid and well made. I take photos using the RAW setting and find photos taken with this lens come straight from the camera looking sharp and vibrant they need very little doing to them. Set the camera to JPG and you get the same sharp vibrant photos that show every detail without having to do anything to them. It's also an excellent lens for closeups of flowers etc, the subject is sharp with a nice out of focus background.

Dashy

2016-03-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The best companion to my Sony a6000

Other than the kit lens from Sony a6000, SEL50F18 was my first prime. Price are not too high and quality is excellent. Only problem is it has very narrow angle of view. Hence I started to look for second lens. After debating from SEL1670, SEL18105G, SEL35F18Z, finally I ended up with Sony SEL24F18z which blown my original budget far far away. Yet I am very happy this lens. It is fast and sharp. I let my wife who doesn't really know how to use a camera to do some shot. Her comment is " no focus really required. Just point and shoot". Yet she can get a very sharp photo. So it is good for street photography. I have to confess it is pricey but once you get it - no regret! Strongly recommended!

City1369

2015-10-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Stunning, excellent street+ lens

Lens with an exceptional track record, so I don't really have to go into detail here. Sharp with beautiful colour rendition and sharpness. Check the results on reviews.

keefiman

2015-10-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Stunning, excellent street+ lens

Lens with an exceptional track record, so I don't really have to go into detail here. Sharp with beautiful colour rendition and sharpness. Check the results on reviews.

Kiffee

2015-10-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Stunning, excellent street+ lens

Lens with an exceptional track record, so I don't really have to go into detail here. Sharp with beautiful colour rendition and sharpness. Check the results on reviews.

keefm

2015-09-22T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great lens

This lens may come at a hefty price but the quality of the pictures easily makes it worth it. The f1.8 easily creates a nice bokeh picture as well as letting a lot of light in the picture during low light situations. As an added bonus, you not only get the lens but a lens hood and a lens bag.

JASON C.

2015-09-22T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent lenses!

I use it for Panoramic photos, but also for Macro, I can get a few centimeters from the subject. Great luminosity and details! It is an excellent lenses!

Frank

2015-08-24T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very good lens

This was the fastest lens that I could get for the Nex-7 camera. It has good edge-to-edge sharpness and performs well in low light, which is what I wanted. Because it is so sharp, I am able to zoom in on a photo and crop it, if I want to focus on just part of the picture.

TERESE K.

2015-05-10T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sharp lens, nice colors

Note that my rating ignores price. The used price at Adorama was reasonable to me for a lens of this performance level. I assume 24mm is a more difficult/complex design than focal lengths of 32mm or 50mm that cost less. I would need to be wealthier to pay the new price (but the new price did drop recently). I have been using this lens for landscape photography and groups of people indoors and outdoors. The colors and contrast have been great, and the 36mm equivalent focal length (comparing to "full frame") is a sweet spot for my style of shooting. I have the 32mm Zeiss as well, but this one suits my needs more often. Both Zeiss lenses make beautiful photos. Not a creamy bokeh monster due to the fairly short focal length and moderately wide angle field of view, but out of focus areas have a nice look.

GLENN T.

2015-04-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Super low-light lens

Super lens. No problems. Been a trusted companion to my a6000.

leelive

2014-07-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best lens for the Alpha NEX Line.

Love is an understatement. Yes, you can take great shots with more the much more affordable 50mm f/1.8. Sure. And I did for about a year. But it kept haunting me. The 24mm (35mm equivalent on APS/C) was just so much more of a walk around lens, but with Sonnar T• Coating, Zeiss sharpness and distortion free edges. You can always get closer, yes with the extra emphasis on your presence. But just be less weird, you know? Smile. Be a part of the moment. This lens makes portraits and macros and medium shots so enjoyable to be a part of. The colors are poppy, the contrast is better, and most important the sharpness is astounding. Yeah, though, there is that doubt with the a7 full frame lenses coming into play, but hey. That makes the APS/C even more affordable. The 24 MP promise is more than enough. Yeah I want full frame. But I feel confident with the affordability of this rig. Basically 2k price range gets you a complete set up. No bullish*t. No extras. And you don't have to worry about putting it on a drone. Just go, man. Go, go, go. But a UV filter on it and don't even think about it. It outperforms everything that costs three times as much and approaches a magical quality without spending all you got. That's worth $999 plus a sensor and body. I love this rig. It fits in my hand and I could shoot almost anything with it. If there was ever one lens fits anything this is it. I think they could make a system out of this that had not interchangeability at all. I still have my lens bumping 1.4 50mm. My 16mm pancake, my 50mm 1.8 OSS, and my 16-70 zoom. I'm not selling any of that stuff. But I'd rather move my feet than swap 80 percent of the time. No lie. This lens is the camera. I will never sell it, and it will be part of everything that is good about my craft from this point on.

mikethomas

2013-12-25T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing IQ

I purchased this for my NEX 7 a year ago when there were no rebates. And it has stayed on the camera most of the time. Even when I do switch to a different lens, I cant wait to put this back. Compared to the other lenses I have used - 1855, 55210, 16F28 with Wide Angle this produces great color, is pretty sharp wide open and most importantly the images have character. They feel less electronic compared to the other lenses. Of course, there is a steep cost and the fact that A7R has been released and this lens covers only APS-C area will make me think twice about buying it today. However, I have had a great year shooting with this lens and can't wait to shoot more with the NEX 7.

UserNex7

2013-09-08T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excelent

Excelent for indoors...

Tali

2013-04-08T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Excellent AF Lens for NEX

This is a wonderful lens and my NEX-7 go to. AF is rather quick and the images I've made with it appear contrasty, color-rich, and bokeh is very nice. It's ability to focus down to 6" opens up macro-like opportunities and it's speed makes it great for low light. I have noticed a very slight chromatic aberation when shot open in bright daylight, but this could have been an anomoly - more experimentation needed. Compared to manual Zeiss lenses I've owned I'd say that it's fairly comparable, but I have yet to get quite as smooth and creamy a bokeh as with a manual Zeiss-made Makro-Planar. Additionally, it feels like the manual focus ring takes a bit more turning than the manual lens... but I could be imagining that... However I very much like the pictures produced with this lens and would recommend it. The only nit (and it's small) is that the lens cap is tough to pinch open and closed with my apparently too-big fingers! But that's a small price to pay for a great NEX native lens. Recommended.

KRIS W.

Sony Sonnar T* E 24mm F/1.8 ZA Specifications

General

General

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  • Brand

    Sony

  • Lens Series

    None

  • Color

    Black

  • Lens Type

    Wide Angle

  • Lens Mount

    Sony E (APS-C)

  • Format Compatibility

    APS-C

  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Closest Focus Distance

    6.30" / 16 cm

  • Focal Length

    24mm

  • Angle Of View

    61

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    36mm

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/1.8

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/22

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.25x

  • Filter Size

    49mm

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    8 Elements / 7 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    7, Rounded

  • Dimensions Diameter x Length

    2.48 x 2.58" (63 x 65.5 mm)

  • Weight

    7.94 oz / 225 g

Features

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  • Image Stabilization

    None

  • UPC Codes

    840014133574, 846431055697, 002724283004, 811709010548, 8809022699443, 840014139958, 192223216723, 021331504401

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24 Accessories for Sony Sonnar T* E 24mm f/1.8 ZA Lens for Sony E, Bundle with ProOptic 49mm Filter Kit, Lens Pouch, Lens Wrap, Cleaning Kit, Lens Cleaner, Cap Tether

  • All Accessories (24)
  • Bags & Cases (5)
  • Filters (6)
  • Cleaning Accessories (2)
  • Cap Leash (1)
  • Tripods & Monopods (2)
  • Rain Covers (1)
  • Lens Caps (3)
  • Extended Warranty (4)

Designed For Use With:

  • Sony A6000
  • Sony a6100
  • Sony a6400
  • Sony a6600
  • Sony a6700
  • Sony ZV-E10
  • Sony ZV-E10 II
  • Sony A3000
  • Sony a5000
  • Sony a5100
  • Sony a6300
  • Sony a6500
  • Sony NEX C3
  • Sony NEX-3
  • Sony NEX-5
  • Sony NEX-5R
  • Sony NEX-5T
  • Sony NEX-6
  • Sony NEX-7
  • Sony NEX-F3

Compatible With Restrictions:*

* If using a APS-C Lens on a Full Frame Camera OR Full-Frame Lens on a APS-C Camera then Image sensor will be narrowed down to APS-C size.

  • Sony A7
  • Sony a7 II
  • Sony a7 III
  • Sony a7 IV
  • Sony A7C
  • Sony a7C II
  • Sony a7CR
  • Sony A7R
  • Sony a7R II
  • Sony a7R III
  • Sony a7R IV
  • Sony a7R V
  • Sony a7S
  • Sony A7S II
  • Sony a7S III
  • Sony a9
  • Sony a9 II
  • Sony a9 III
  • Sony Alpha 1
  • Sony ZV-E1

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For any questions about compatibility with this product, call us at 800-223-2500 or you can email us any time.

About Sony Sonnar T* E 24mm F/1.8 ZA

FEATURED REVIEWS

A beautiful and well-made all-around lens

By Manusnake

This lens is exactly what I've wanted. It's a 36mm equivalent, opens at 1.8. It's the perfect walk-around lens. Sharpness? Beautiful center at f1.8, beautiful everywhere at f2.8, perfect at f4. To get the same performance with Nikon, I,d have to pay twice the price to get the 35mm f/1.4 or 24 mm f/1.4. Both vein also A LOT heavier and bigger. The Zeiss has a lot of personality. Images are very deep, with beautiful separation between front and back focus. I really love the character of this ...

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My favorite lens

By Asiafish

What can I say, this is my favorite lens. I am a semi-serious amateur photographer with a fairly extensive kit built around an A77. My A mount lenses cover about 99% of anything I would ever want to photograph, including specialized lenses for portraits (Minolta 85mm 1.4) and Macro (Minolta 100mm F2.8 Macro). What my A77 kit does not do well is travel light. I bought a NEX5n for casual use, but was dissappointed in the speed and characteristics of the kit lens, so the Zeiss 24mm was my first ...

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Explore the world of photography with the Sonnar T* E 24mm f/1.8 ZA Lens for Sony E, a high-quality, innovative lens designed to deliver rich, detailed imagery. This advanced lens, the first Carl Zeiss lens in the Sony E-mount lineup, employs the legendary "Sonnar" optical design, renowned for its exceptional image dimensionality and presence.

The large f/1.8 aperture of this reliable lens ensures excellent low-light sensitivity and depth-of-field, making it an ideal choice for shooting interiors in low light or capturing stunning background defocusing. Aspherical lenses located on either side of the aperture effectively compensate for distortion, while an Extra-low Dispersion (ED) element suppresses chromatic aberration. The result is corner-to-corner sharpness even with the aperture wide open, delivering impressive overall resolution.

The lens features a Circular Aperture with seven blades that form a near circle, creating a pleasing defocused circular effect on the background of your image when the aperture is set wide open. Despite being a wide-angle lens, the SEL24F18Z allows for 1/4 macro shooting with accurate focus as close as 6.2 inches (16cm), enhancing its ability to create beautifully defocused backgrounds while providing a strong sense of space.

The Direct Manual Focus (DMF) feature allows for direct manual focusing after autofocus lock-on without having to switch modes. This can be particularly useful for portraits and macro shots where depth of field can be extremely shallow.

The lens operation is not only fast but also smooth and quiet, minimizing noise and image jitter when shooting movies. A linear motor used for focus drive contributes to low-noise focus operation, while a stepping motor built into the lens provides smooth, quiet aperture actuation, making it ideal for movie shooting.

This durable lens comes with an elegant aluminum alloy exterior with a refined black finish, perfectly complementing your E-mount camera. The bundle includes a ProOptic 49mm Filter Kit, Lens Pouch, Lens Wrap, Cleaning Kit, Lens Cleaner, and Cap Tether, providing everything you need for professional photography.

Experience the superior performance and high image quality of the Sony Zeiss ZA series with the Sonnar T* E 24mm f/1.8 ZA Lens for Sony E.

Sony Sonnar T* E 24mm F/1.8 ZA Features

  • Adorama Camera Lens Valuable Bundle. Kit Includes.
  • Sony Carl Zeiss 24mm F/1.8 E-Mount Lens Front Lens Cap, Rear Lens Cap, Lens Hood, USA Sony 1 Year Warranty. Pro Optic 49mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit.
  • Adorama Slinger Soft Lens Case Small, 5" x 86mm, Black. Pro Optic Lens Wrap, 15in x 15in (400mm x 400mm), Black.
  • Adorama LP99 Lens Cleaner. Universal Lens Cap Tether.
  • Adorama 1836A Cleaning Kit for Optics and Cameras. Kit Includes: Spray Cleaning Fluid, Cotton Swabs, Lens Cloth, 3 Sheets Universal LCD Screen Protectors, Squeegee Card, Lipstick Brush, Blower Brush, Lens Tissue, New Deluxe Storage Bag.

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months for parts and 3 months for labor.

Key Features

  • Capture stunning detail with this Sony 24mm f/1.8 lens, perfect for landscapes and portraits.
  • Experience fast, precise autofocus with the Sony E-mount lens, ideal for action shots.
  • Enjoy exceptional image quality with the Zeiss optics of this wide angle 24mm Sony lens.
  • Get creative with the f/1.8 aperture, achieving beautiful bokeh in your photos and videos.
  • Compact and lightweight, this Sony lens is great for travel and everyday photography.
  • This 24mm lens bundle includes filters and cleaning kit to maintain pristine image quality.

What's in the box:

  • Sony Sonnar T* E 24mm f/1.8 ZA Lens
  • Front Lens Cap
  • Rear Lens Cap
  • Lens Hood
  • Sony 1 Year Limited Warranty
  • Bundle Includes:
  • ProOptic 49mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit
  • Slinger Neoprene Lens Pouch (Medium)
  • Lens Wrap (15x15")
  • Cleaning Kit
  • Lens Cleaner
  • Universal Lens Cap Tether