With an apochromatic design, the Voigtlander MACRO APO-LANTHAR 65mm f/2 Lens Sony Efrom Voigtlander MACRO APO-LANTHAR 65mm f/2 Lens Sony Ewill be able to deliver crisp, aberration-free imagery, even with the high resolutions of modern digital sensors. This lens is designed to work with full-frame Sony E-mount cameras where it offers users the ability to get close to their subjects thanks to the 1:2 magnification ratio afforded by the 12.2" minimum focus distance. It also boasts outstanding sharpness, helped in part by an aspherical element, meaning users will be able to resolve the finest details in their subjects. On top of this, the lens features a relatively fast f/2 aperture, which will enable the creation of images with a shallow depth of field as well as in low-light conditions.

The all-metal construction is designed to last and offers full manual operation for tactile control during shooting. This includes a manual focus ring and a manual aperture ring with 1/3 click stops. A 10-blade diaphragm is also present for smooth bokeh while electronic contacts will automatically transmit data to the camera for use of advanced functions, including in-body image stabilization. Additionally, it comes with a lens hood to block stray light from entering the lens.

Sony E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/2 to f/22    1:2 Magnification Ratio    Apochromatic Optical Design    One Aspherical Element    Manual Focus Design    Minimum Focus Distance: 12.2"    Manual Aperture Ring    10-Blade Diaphragm    Contacts Transfer Exif Data

Designed for full-frame E-mount cameras, this 65mm lens is also compatible with APS-C format systems where it provides an equivalent focal length of 97.5mm.

The lens' apochromatic design practically eliminates longitudinal chromatic aberrations, making this lens a high-performing option for demanding digital image sensors.

One aspherical element is featured in the optical design to control spherical aberrations and improve clarity, sharpness, and resolution.

Manual focus design permits smooth, refined control along with a minimum focusing distance of 12.2", which grants macro capabilities with a magnification ratio of 1:2.

The manual aperture ring uses traditional 1/3-stop clicks for more intuitive tactile control over exposure settings.

Ten-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth quality of bokeh.

Included lens hood guards the front lens element and also helps to control lens flare and ghosting.

Contacts transfer all Exif data between the camera and lens in order to permit full use of camera functions, including focus magnification, image stabilization, and lens corrections.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How does the lens hood attach? Looking at the pictures of the lens I don't see any bayonets on the barrel for attaching one, but the description says a hood is included. Does it screw on the filter threads?

A: It screws onto the front of the lens via filter thread. Truth be told though, the front element is recessed a long way back from the end of the lens so a hood is mostly unnessacassary.

Q: 2. if you use a filter of any type,can you still use the lens hood?

A: Yes, you can screw the filter on the lens and then screw the hood into the filter.

Q: 3. Lens hood included? Foot-leg to tripod mount not available nor applicable?

A: Lens Hood is Not included. suggest the Sensei PRO 58mm Aluminum Lens Hood BH #SELHM58 • MFR #LHM-58.

Q: 4. What is the free working distance of this lens (e.g., distance from lens to object focused at 1:2 magnification)?I see that the minimum focusing distance is 12.2 , but that isn't my question.

A: Johnathan, I just measured the working distance of the Voighlander 65mmat its closest focus point and it is between 7 and 6.inches. Hopefully that meets your needs as everything about this lens is great especially the image quality. It really is as good as people have said. It is old school quality, the only thing. I would like to see changed is the magnification 1:1.5 is a little small for my. needs.Good luck

Q: 5. Is the vintage Yashica ML-100 f3.5 macro yc mount lens similar in design ?

A: The (discontinued) Yashica ML 100mm f/3.5 Macro Lens and the Voigtlander MACRO APO-LANTHAR 110mm f/2.5 Lens for Sony-E have different lens designs. They have not been compared to one another as the Yashica ML 100mm f/3.5 Macro Lens has been discontinued and is no longer available for purchase. Both would be macro lenses that have similar focal length ranges, but they are not identical. The Yashica ML 100mm f/3.5 Macro Lens had a 1:2 (half life-size) magnification ratio at the closest focsuing distance, had a 17.3 inch (0.44m) minimum focus distance, and had siz (6) aperture blades. The lens weighed 0.95 lb (430 g) and used 55mm filter threads. Meanwhile, the Voigtlander MACRO APO-LANTHAR 110mm f/2.5 Lens for Sony-E has a 1:1 (full life-size) magnification ratio, has a 13.78 inch (35 cm) minimum focus distance, has 10 aperture blades for smoother and rounder bokeh, weighs 1.7 lb (771 g), and uses 58mm filters.

Q: 6. Does the lens transfer EXIF data to the camera?

A: Yes.

Q: 7. Can this be stacked via 2 adapters--sony to Leica M and then Leica M to Leica L?

A: No, it won't be compatible.

Q: 8. Does the lens transfer EXIF data to the camera?

A: Using a Sony a7 series camera all of your data is recorded as usual for each frame. In addition it is one of the sharpest macro lenses I have ever owned

Q: 9. where is it made and how is the warranty?

A: Hi, the Voigtlander 65mm f/2 is made in japan. This lens has a Limited 1 Year Manufacture Warranty.

Q: 10. Can the Sony 1.4x teleconverter be mounted on this lens?

A: No, I am sorry. The Sony FE 1.4x Teleconverter (BH #SOTC14 • MFR #SEL14TC) is only compatible with specific lens models: FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS