The Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS Lens offers a superior macro photography experience with its true 1:1 magnification ratio, making it ideal for capturing stunning close-up images with exceptional detail. Designed for full-frame E-mount cameras, this lens also provides a 135mm equivalent focal length when used on APS-C systems. Its bright f/2.8 aperture allows for precise control over depth of field and enhances performance in challenging lighting conditions. As part of Sony's G series, this lens expertly balances sharpness and smooth bokeh, ensuring that subjects are captured with remarkable clarity and beautifully blurred backgrounds.
Advanced optical elements, including two extra-low dispersion elements and one aspherical element, work together to reduce chromatic aberrations and other distortions, resulting in images with outstanding clarity and color accuracy. The lens is also equipped with a Nano AR Coating to minimize reflections, flare, and ghosting, further improving image quality in bright or backlit environments. The built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization system compensates for camera shake, allowing for sharper handheld shots across all focusing distances.
Key Features
- True Macro Design: Achieves a 1:1 magnification ratio and an 11-inch minimum focusing distance, making it perfect for capturing intricate details of small subjects. A printed focusing distance and magnification scale on the lens provides added precision in technical applications.
- Advanced Optics: Incorporates two extra-low dispersion elements, including one Super ED element, and an aspherical element to minimize chromatic and monochromatic aberrations, ensuring superior image sharpness and color fidelity.
- Fast f/2.8 Aperture: Offers excellent control over depth of field and improved performance in low-light conditions, allowing for the creation of beautiful background blur.
- Nano AR Coating: Reduces surface reflections, flare, and ghosting, enhancing contrast and color accuracy even in challenging lighting situations.
- Responsive Autofocus: Features a Direct Drive Super Sonic Wave Motor (DDSSM) and internal focus mechanism for quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance, which is also highly suitable for video applications.
- Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization: Helps to counteract camera shake, enabling sharper images when shooting handheld at slower shutter speeds. This stabilization can also be used in conjunction with select camera body stabilization systems for enhanced blur control.
- Intuitive Focus Control: Includes a focus range limiter switch to optimize performance for specific focusing distances, and a focus hold button to lock focus at a desired point. The sliding focusing ring allows for immediate switching between manual and autofocus modes.
- Pleasant Bokeh: A nine-blade rounded diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality, adding artistic flair to selective focus shots.
- Compact and Durable: The internal focus design maintains a consistent lens length during use, enhancing usability and balance. The lens is built with robust materials for durability in various shooting conditions.
Specifications
- Lens Type: Macro lens
- Focal Length: 90mm (135mm equivalent on APS-C)
- Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
- Lens Mount: Sony E-mount
- Elements/Groups: 15 elements in 11 groups
- Minimum Focus Distance: 11 inches (0.28 meters)
- Magnification Ratio: 1:1 (life-size)
- Autofocus System: Direct Drive Super Sonic Wave Motor (DDSSM)
- Filter Size: 62mm
- Dimensions: 3.11 x 5.14 inches (79 x 130.5 mm)
- Weight: 1.3 lb (602 g)
- Special Features: Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, Nano AR Coating, internal focus mechanism, focus range limiter switch, focus hold button, manual/auto focus sliding ring
- Included Accessories: Front and rear lens caps, lens hood, soft carrying pouch
Conclusion
The Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS Lens is meticulously engineered for photographers who require precision and versatility in their macro work. Its advanced optical design, responsive autofocus, and effective image stabilization make it a powerful tool for capturing detailed close-ups with stunning clarity. Whether shooting in natural environments or controlled studio settings, this lens provides the reliability and performance needed to create captivating macro imagery.
