Sony Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 35mm F2.8 ZA Review and Test Results

DxOMark has posted their test results for the Sony Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 35mm F2.8 ZA full frame lens. They reviewed the prime, normal focal length lens which is currently priced for $798 and the lens performed as the second best lens after the Sigma 35mm and Samyang f/1.4 lenses.

Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* FE 35mm F2.8 ZA lens scored 33 points and this is the above average and closer to the high scores in DxOMark rankings. The lens was tested with the Sony A7r full frame mirrorless system cameras.

Sony has announced Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 35mm f/2.8 ZA full frame lens for the newly announced Sony A7 and A7r full frame mirrorless system cameras.

Sony Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 35mm F2.8 ZA Review and Test Results

Sony Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 35mm F2.8 ZA vs. Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM A vs. Sony Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA comparison.

From DxOMark conclusion:

Although the Zeiss FE Sonnar T* 35mm f2.8 ZA doesn’t have the consistent performance and sharpness in the outer field of its sibling the ZE Sonnar T* 55mm f1.8 ZA, the fact that it is very close to the Sigma 35mm f1.4 DG HSM A in IQ (over the same aperture range) is a plus. On the downside, it lacks that model’s versatility in low light, naturally, but at least it’s a fraction of the size and weight and complements the small size and inherent portability of the A7 models.

Zeiss Sonnar FE 35mm f/2.8 ZA lens offers a fixed 35mm focal length and bright f/2.8 aperture. The lens features seven elements in five groups including three double-sided aspherical elements to minimize aberration, and is dust- and moisture-resistant.

Sony Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 35mm f/2.8 ZA lens is currently priced for $798.