Configuration, MTF, Control

Configuration diagram of lens showing locations of XA lens, Aspherical lens, ED aspherical lens, Super ED glass and ED glass elements

Lens Configuration

G Master series lenses take imaging and expression to previously unattainable levels with a stunning blend of extremely high resolution and softly dissolving background bokeh

[1] Extreme aspherical lens (XA lens)  [2] Aspherical lens  [3] ED (extra-low dispersion) aspherical lens  [4] Super ED glass  [5] ED (extra-low dispersion) glass

MTF (modulation transfer function) charts

MTF Chart

MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) describes how well a lens can reproduce fine details, measured as the degree of contrast achieved between finely spaced lines.

[1] Contrast (%)   [2] Distance from optical centre of lens (mm)   [3] At 16 mm / Max. aperture   [4] At 16 mm / F8 aperture   [5] At 35 mm / Max. aperture   [6] At 35 mm / F8 aperture

[7] Spatial frequency   [8] 10 line pairs / mm   [9] 30 line pairs / mm   [10] Radial values   [11] Tangential values

Advantages of Sony's lenses for video shooting

Learn the four unique advantages of using Sony's E-mount lens for video shooting. The combination of Sony's lenses and cameras will enhance your video creation experience.

Lens Controls

Product image showing right and left side views of lens body with numbered labels showing (1) Focusing ring, (2) Focus mode switch, (3) Focus hold button, (4) Zooming ring, (5) Aperture ring, (6) IRIS LOCK switch
1. Focusing ring   2. Focus mode switch   3. Focus hold button   4. Zooming ring   5. Aperture ring    6. IRIS LOCK switch
(7) Aperture click switch
7. Aperture click switch