Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G Lens in Black for E-Mount Cameras

The Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G is a compact, high-performance standard prime lens designed for Sony's full-frame and APS-C E-mount mirrorless cameras. With its 40mm focal length (equivalent to 60mm on APS-C sensors), it offers a natural perspective that is well-suited for a wide range of photography styles, from street and travel to portraits and everyday shooting. Its bright maximum aperture of f/2.5 allows for good performance in low-light conditions and provides pleasing background blur, or bokeh, to help isolate subjects. The lens construction features nine lens elements arranged in nine groups, including three aspherical elements to control aberrations and ensure high resolution and contrast across the frame. It employs two linear motors for its autofocus system, delivering fast, precise, and notably quiet focusing that is ideal for both still photography and video recording. The lens barrel includes a physical aperture ring with click stops that can be de-clicked for smooth operation during filming. Other practical features include a minimum focusing distance of 0.25 metres, a 7-blade circular aperture for attractive bokeh, and a 49mm filter thread. This lens is an excellent choice for photographers and videographers seeking a lightweight, discreet, and optically capable prime lens. Its balanced combination of image quality, compact size (68mm diameter, 45mm length), and moderate weight (173g) makes it perfect for travel, casual shooting, or as a high-quality everyday lens. The robust build quality, complete with a supplied lens hood, ensures durability, while the internal focusing mechanism maintains a constant lens length during operation.