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E 11mm F1.8

Model: SEL11F18
RM 2,159.00RM 2,399.00
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  • Overview

    Compact 11mm F1.8 for stills and movies


    Deep, expressive bokeh

    A large F1.8 maximum aperture makes it easy to achieve exquisitely expressive bokeh in deep, impressive images. 0.12 meter (0.4ft) minimum focus and 0.2x maximum magnification1 let you shoot close-ups with wide, smoothly defocused backgrounds. Precisely controlled spherical aberration and a 7-blade circular aperture contribute significantly to the beautiful bokeh this lens can deliver.

    Image of nocturnal

    High resolution throughout an ultra-wide 11mm field of view

    State-of-the-art optics deliver consistently high resolution right out to the image edges. Optimal placement of three aspherical elements ideally corrects field curvature, ensuring that excellent resolution is maintained throughout the image area, even at maximum aperture. Three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements effectively suppress chromatic aberration and colour fringing for superb image quality.

    Image of spiral staircase

    Compact and lightweight for extraordinary shooting freedom

    The compact size and low weight of this fine lens make it a perfect match for APS-C camera bodies. Outstanding mobility and easy handling are great for long handheld or grip-mounted shooting sessions. An innovative combination of spherical and aspherical elements achieves stunning optical performance in a lens that is only 66 x 57.5mm (2-5/8 x 2-3/8in.) and weighs only 181g (6.4oz.) 

    Model taking camera out of bag

    Advanced AF maximises body speed potential

    Two linear motors give this large-aperture lens impressively fast, precise autofocus and tracking performance for both stills and movies. AF and tracking are so responsive that the full speed potential of the body used can be fully realised so that even fast or erratically moving subjects can be captured quietly and reliably.

    Illustration of linear motors

    A versatile tool for movie shooters

    With an 11mm angle of view and large F1.8 aperture, it is easy to capture dynamic subject perspectives against sweeping backgrounds with beautiful bokeh. Advanced optical design minimises focus breathing2 and reduces unwanted angle-of-view shifts in movies. This unique ultra-wide lens also allows the use of front filters for extra creative flexibility in a wide range of shooting situations.

    Superb operability and reliability

    It may be small, but this impressive lens offers outstanding control and reliability. Linear Response MF provides instantaneous manual focusing with a natural feel, while a focus hold button and focus mode switch offer extra focusing control versatility. And to ensure maximum reliability in challenging outdoor conditions, it features effective dust and moisture resistance throughout.

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  • Features
    Ultra-wide F1.8 for stills and movies

    Ultra-wide F1.8 for stills and movies

    With an 11 mm (35mm full-frame equivalent: 16.5 mm) focal length for dynamic images and a large F1.8 aperture for deep bokeh, this 181-gram (6.4 oz.) APS-C format lens has the mobility you need to capture stunning stills and movies anywhere. It also features two linear motors for fast, precise AF that supports both stills and movies.

    Deep, expressive bokeh

    Deep, expressive bokeh

    A large F1.8 max. aperture delivers expressive bokeh in deep, impressive images. 0.12 meter (0.4 ft) minimum focus and 0.2x maximum magnification let you get close to the subject while producing beautifully defocused backgrounds. Precisely controlled spherical aberration and a 7-blade circular aperture contribute significantly to this lens’s sensational bokeh.

    Learn more about Circular Aperture 

    Dynamic 11 mm vistas

    Dynamic 11 mm vistas

    This versatile lens’s ultra-wide 11 mm angle of view is a great choice for landscapes, architecture, interiors, and even vlogging. It offers unique visual perspectives for a wide range of subjects and situations.

    Excellent ultra-wide resolution

    Excellent ultra-wide resolution

    Innovative optics deliver high resolution right out to the image edges. Optimal placement of three aspherical elements ideally corrects field curvature for excellent resolution throughout the image area. Three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements effectively suppress chromatic aberration and colour fringing for superb image quality.

    Learn more about ED glass

    Compact, lightweight freedom

    Compact, lightweight freedom

    This compact, lightweight lens is a perfect match for APS-C camera bodies, providing easy handling that is great for long handheld or grip-mounted shooting sessions. Spherical and aspherical elements combine to achieve stunning optical performance in a lens that is only 66 x 57.5 mm (2-5/8 x 2-3/8 in.) and weighs only 181 g (6.4 oz.) 

    Advanced AF maximises body speed potential

    Advanced AF maximises body speed potential

    Two linear motors give this large-aperture lens impressively fast, precise autofocus and tracking performance for both stills and movies. AF and tracking are so responsive that the full speed potential of the body used can be fully realized so that even fast or erratically moving subjects can be reliably captured.

    Learn more about Linear Motor

    A versatile tool for movie shooters

    A versatile tool for movie shooters

    An 11 mm field of view and large F1.8 aperture make it easy to shoot subjects against sweeping backgrounds with beautiful bokeh. That also makes this lens ideal for vlogging. Unlike many large-aperture ultra-wide designs, this unique design allows the use of front filters for extra creative flexibility in a wide range of shooting situations.

    Refined movies with minimal breathing

    Refined movies with minimal breathing

    State-of-the-art lens technology packed into this remarkable large-aperture ultra-wide lens reduces unwanted focus breathing and angle of view shifts when focusing to facilitate high-quality movie recording and smooth, refined expression.

    Natural, linear manual focus response

    Natural, linear manual focus response

    For professional manual focusing feel and response, Linear Response MF ensures that the focus ring responds directly and linearly to subtle manual control. Focus ring rotation translates directly to a corresponding change in focus, so control feels immediate and precise when shooting stills and movies.

    Learn more about Linear Response MF

    Consistent balance for easy handling

    Consistent balance for easy handling

    Thanks to a refined internal focus mechanism, the lens’s length remains constant while focusing for ideal balance and handling. You can move in close to the subject, right down to the lens’s minimum focusing distance, and shoot movies or stills without being restricted by changing lens length.

    Learn more about Internal Focusing

    Customisable focus hold button

    Customisable focus hold button

    A customisable focus hold button is provided for easy access and convenient control. An alternative function can be assigned to the focus hold button from the body menus. You could assign the focus hold button to the focus magnifier function, for example, providing on-the-fly access to focus magnification while shooting.

    Learn more about Focus Hold Button

    Easy manual/auto focus switching

    Easy manual/auto focus switching

    The manual/auto focus mode switch enables instant switching between manual and auto focus modes, allowing instant response to changing shooting situations and focusing needs.

    Dust and moisture resistant design

    Dust and moisture resistant design

    A dust and moisture resistant design provides extra reliability for outdoor use in challenging conditions.

    Learn more about Dust and Moisture Resistant Design

  • Specifications

    Lens Specifications

    Mount

    Sony E-mount

    Format

    APS-C

    Focal-Length (mm)

    11

    Focal Length (35mm) (APS-C)

    16.5

    Lens Groups / Elements

    11-12

    Angle of View (APS-C)

    104゚

    Maximum aperture (F)

    1.8

    Minimum Aperture (F)

    16

    Aperture Blades

    7

    Circular Aperture

    Yes

    Minimum Focus Distance

    0.15 m(AF), 0.12 m(MF) (0.5 ft(AF), 0.4 ft(MF))

    Maximum Magnification ratio (x)

    0.13(AF), 0.20(MF)

    Filter Diameter (mm)

    55

    Image stabilization (SteadyShot)

    - (body-integrated)

    Teleconverter compatibility (x1.4)

    -

    Teleconverter compatibility (x2.0)

    -

    Hood Type

    Petal shape, bayonet type

    Size & Weight

    Dimensions (D x L)

    66 x 57.5 mm (2-5/8 x 2-3/8 in.)

    Weight

    181 g (6.4 oz.)

  • Support
  • Overview
    • Overview

      Compact 11mm F1.8 for stills and movies


      Deep, expressive bokeh

      A large F1.8 maximum aperture makes it easy to achieve exquisitely expressive bokeh in deep, impressive images. 0.12 meter (0.4ft) minimum focus and 0.2x maximum magnification1 let you shoot close-ups with wide, smoothly defocused backgrounds. Precisely controlled spherical aberration and a 7-blade circular aperture contribute significantly to the beautiful bokeh this lens can deliver.

      Image of nocturnal

      High resolution throughout an ultra-wide 11mm field of view

      State-of-the-art optics deliver consistently high resolution right out to the image edges. Optimal placement of three aspherical elements ideally corrects field curvature, ensuring that excellent resolution is maintained throughout the image area, even at maximum aperture. Three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements effectively suppress chromatic aberration and colour fringing for superb image quality.

      Image of spiral staircase

      Compact and lightweight for extraordinary shooting freedom

      The compact size and low weight of this fine lens make it a perfect match for APS-C camera bodies. Outstanding mobility and easy handling are great for long handheld or grip-mounted shooting sessions. An innovative combination of spherical and aspherical elements achieves stunning optical performance in a lens that is only 66 x 57.5mm (2-5/8 x 2-3/8in.) and weighs only 181g (6.4oz.) 

      Model taking camera out of bag

      Advanced AF maximises body speed potential

      Two linear motors give this large-aperture lens impressively fast, precise autofocus and tracking performance for both stills and movies. AF and tracking are so responsive that the full speed potential of the body used can be fully realised so that even fast or erratically moving subjects can be captured quietly and reliably.

      Illustration of linear motors

      A versatile tool for movie shooters

      With an 11mm angle of view and large F1.8 aperture, it is easy to capture dynamic subject perspectives against sweeping backgrounds with beautiful bokeh. Advanced optical design minimises focus breathing2 and reduces unwanted angle-of-view shifts in movies. This unique ultra-wide lens also allows the use of front filters for extra creative flexibility in a wide range of shooting situations.

      Superb operability and reliability

      It may be small, but this impressive lens offers outstanding control and reliability. Linear Response MF provides instantaneous manual focusing with a natural feel, while a focus hold button and focus mode switch offer extra focusing control versatility. And to ensure maximum reliability in challenging outdoor conditions, it features effective dust and moisture resistance throughout.

      Illustration and image showing dust and moisture resistant design and buttons



       

       

       

       

       

       

       

  • features
    • Features
      Ultra-wide F1.8 for stills and movies

      Ultra-wide F1.8 for stills and movies

      With an 11 mm (35mm full-frame equivalent: 16.5 mm) focal length for dynamic images and a large F1.8 aperture for deep bokeh, this 181-gram (6.4 oz.) APS-C format lens has the mobility you need to capture stunning stills and movies anywhere. It also features two linear motors for fast, precise AF that supports both stills and movies.

      Deep, expressive bokeh

      Deep, expressive bokeh

      A large F1.8 max. aperture delivers expressive bokeh in deep, impressive images. 0.12 meter (0.4 ft) minimum focus and 0.2x maximum magnification let you get close to the subject while producing beautifully defocused backgrounds. Precisely controlled spherical aberration and a 7-blade circular aperture contribute significantly to this lens’s sensational bokeh.

      Learn more about Circular Aperture 

      Dynamic 11 mm vistas

      Dynamic 11 mm vistas

      This versatile lens’s ultra-wide 11 mm angle of view is a great choice for landscapes, architecture, interiors, and even vlogging. It offers unique visual perspectives for a wide range of subjects and situations.

      Excellent ultra-wide resolution

      Excellent ultra-wide resolution

      Innovative optics deliver high resolution right out to the image edges. Optimal placement of three aspherical elements ideally corrects field curvature for excellent resolution throughout the image area. Three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements effectively suppress chromatic aberration and colour fringing for superb image quality.

      Learn more about ED glass

      Compact, lightweight freedom

      Compact, lightweight freedom

      This compact, lightweight lens is a perfect match for APS-C camera bodies, providing easy handling that is great for long handheld or grip-mounted shooting sessions. Spherical and aspherical elements combine to achieve stunning optical performance in a lens that is only 66 x 57.5 mm (2-5/8 x 2-3/8 in.) and weighs only 181 g (6.4 oz.) 

      Advanced AF maximises body speed potential

      Advanced AF maximises body speed potential

      Two linear motors give this large-aperture lens impressively fast, precise autofocus and tracking performance for both stills and movies. AF and tracking are so responsive that the full speed potential of the body used can be fully realized so that even fast or erratically moving subjects can be reliably captured.

      Learn more about Linear Motor

      A versatile tool for movie shooters

      A versatile tool for movie shooters

      An 11 mm field of view and large F1.8 aperture make it easy to shoot subjects against sweeping backgrounds with beautiful bokeh. That also makes this lens ideal for vlogging. Unlike many large-aperture ultra-wide designs, this unique design allows the use of front filters for extra creative flexibility in a wide range of shooting situations.

      Refined movies with minimal breathing

      Refined movies with minimal breathing

      State-of-the-art lens technology packed into this remarkable large-aperture ultra-wide lens reduces unwanted focus breathing and angle of view shifts when focusing to facilitate high-quality movie recording and smooth, refined expression.

      Natural, linear manual focus response

      Natural, linear manual focus response

      For professional manual focusing feel and response, Linear Response MF ensures that the focus ring responds directly and linearly to subtle manual control. Focus ring rotation translates directly to a corresponding change in focus, so control feels immediate and precise when shooting stills and movies.

      Learn more about Linear Response MF

      Consistent balance for easy handling

      Consistent balance for easy handling

      Thanks to a refined internal focus mechanism, the lens’s length remains constant while focusing for ideal balance and handling. You can move in close to the subject, right down to the lens’s minimum focusing distance, and shoot movies or stills without being restricted by changing lens length.

      Learn more about Internal Focusing

      Customisable focus hold button

      Customisable focus hold button

      A customisable focus hold button is provided for easy access and convenient control. An alternative function can be assigned to the focus hold button from the body menus. You could assign the focus hold button to the focus magnifier function, for example, providing on-the-fly access to focus magnification while shooting.

      Learn more about Focus Hold Button

      Easy manual/auto focus switching

      Easy manual/auto focus switching

      The manual/auto focus mode switch enables instant switching between manual and auto focus modes, allowing instant response to changing shooting situations and focusing needs.

      Dust and moisture resistant design

      Dust and moisture resistant design

      A dust and moisture resistant design provides extra reliability for outdoor use in challenging conditions.

      Learn more about Dust and Moisture Resistant Design

  • specifications
    • Specifications

      Lens Specifications

      Mount

      Sony E-mount

      Format

      APS-C

      Focal-Length (mm)

      11

      Focal Length (35mm) (APS-C)

      16.5

      Lens Groups / Elements

      11-12

      Angle of View (APS-C)

      104゚

      Maximum aperture (F)

      1.8

      Minimum Aperture (F)

      16

      Aperture Blades

      7

      Circular Aperture

      Yes

      Minimum Focus Distance

      0.15 m(AF), 0.12 m(MF) (0.5 ft(AF), 0.4 ft(MF))

      Maximum Magnification ratio (x)

      0.13(AF), 0.20(MF)

      Filter Diameter (mm)

      55

      Image stabilization (SteadyShot)

      - (body-integrated)

      Teleconverter compatibility (x1.4)

      -

      Teleconverter compatibility (x2.0)

      -

      Hood Type

      Petal shape, bayonet type

      Size & Weight

      Dimensions (D x L)

      66 x 57.5 mm (2-5/8 x 2-3/8 in.)

      Weight

      181 g (6.4 oz.)

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