Sony 35mm F/1.8 DT SAM

Overview

The Sony 35mm f/1.8 DT SAM is a fast, lightweight APS‑C prime lens offering excellent sharpness, natural rendering and reliable autofocus via Sony’s SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor) system. With its 52.5mm equivalent field of view, it functions as a classic “normal” lens ideal for everyday shooting, portraits, travel and low‑light use.
This example is in Very Good Condition, fully tested and working.

Condition

Overall Condition: Very Good

• Optics clean with no haze or fungus
• Coatings intact with light cleaning marks only
• SAM autofocus fast and accurate
• Focus and aperture mechanisms smooth and responsive
• Exterior shows light cosmetic wear appropriate for age
• Mount clean and undamaged
• No dents, separation or mechanical issues observed

Included

• Sony 35mm f/1.8 DT SAM lens
• Front and rear caps 

Key Features

• Fast f/1.8 aperture for low‑light and shallow depth of field
• DT design for APS‑C A‑mount DSLRs
• SAM autofocus motor
• Lightweight and compact
• Excellent everyday and portrait prime
• Strong optical performance with pleasing rendering

Compatibility

• All Sony A‑mount APS‑C DSLRs (A58, A65, A68, A77 etc.)
• Compatible with full‑frame A‑mount bodies in crop mode
• Adaptable to Sony E‑mount via LA‑EA adapters (AF performance varies)

Collectors Notes

The 35mm f/1.8 DT SAM is one of the most desirable primes for A‑mount due to its fast aperture, compact size and natural field of view. Clean VGC examples remain in steady demand.

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