2ndfocus announced the newest AstrHori interchangeable lens, the “AstrHori AF 85mm F1.8 II.”
The new AstrHori AF 85mm F1.8 II is a mid-telephoto prime lens with AF support, an ideal focal length for portrait photography, and a bright maximum aperture of F1.8. Its 10-element, 7-group design, including two ED lenses and two high-refractive-index lenses, maintains high sharpness and contrast from the center to the periphery of the image, even at maximum aperture. Chromatic aberration and flare are effectively suppressed, resulting in natural, clear images.
The quiet and accurate autofocus provided by the STM (stepping motor) delivers high tracking performance for both still images and videos. It also supports eye AF and face detection, accurately capturing the subject’s facial expression in portrait scenes. The lens barrel is equipped with a physical switch for AF/MF switching and a custom Fn button. This allows you to instantly call up functions set on the camera, increasing the freedom of shooting.
AstrHori AF 85mm F1.8 II Main Features
Beautiful bokeh thanks to the large F1.8 aperture
The bright maximum aperture creates a soft, natural bokeh that makes the subject stand out, allowing for a three-dimensional effect in portrait photography and snapshots.
High image quality design using ED lens and high refractive index lens
The optical design of 10 elements in 7 groups delivers clear, high-contrast images all the way to the edges of the frame, while suppressing color bleeding even in backlit situations or scenes with large contrasts.
High-quality appearance and easy-to-handle weight balance
The metallic lens barrel has a high-quality feel and is sturdy, yet weighs only 441g, making it easy to handle even for extended periods of shooting, and highly portable.
Comfortable and accurate AF operation
The STM (stepping motor) provides fast and quiet focus, and it also supports eye detection and face detection, so you’ll never miss a shot.
Excellent operability
The lens barrel is equipped with an AF/MF switch and Fn button, allowing for quick operation depending on the situation.The clickless, stepless aperture ring allows for smooth adjustments with reduced noise and blur, even when shooting video.
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AstrHori AF 85mm F1.8 II Specifications
| Supported image size | 35mm full size |
| color | black |
| focal length | 85mm |
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Aperture blades | 11 sheets |
| Lens construction | 10 elements in 7 groups (including 2 ED lenses and 2 high refractive lenses) |
| Aperture range | F1.8-F16 |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.8m |
| Filter diameter | 62mm |
| size | Approx. Φ72mm x 91mm (excluding mount) |
| mass | Approximately 441g |
| accessories | Lens cap, rear cap, lens hood, USB cable |
| Manufacturer’s warranty | 2 years (covering natural failures) |
