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Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM

Name: Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM
Brand: Sony
SKU: sony-85mm-f2-8-sam-2
Availability: InStock

4.5

(24 reviews)

Mechanical: 3.4

Focal Length

85mm

Aperture

f/2.8-22

Mount

Minolta A, Sony A

Weight

175g

Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM is a auto focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

Optical design

Has 7 aperture blades, mid-grade lenses usually have this amount of blades. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

Physical characteristics

52 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 175 grams so convinient to carry. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities.

Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM purchase history

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Purchases (129)

Aug 6, 2025$107.00
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What is the Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM?

Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM is a camera lens with 85mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Minolta A, Sony A mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 175g.

Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.

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Technical Specifications

Optical

Focal Length85mm

Aperturef/2.8-22

Min Focus Distance6m

FocusingAuto Focus

Physical

Weight175g

Length52mm

Filter Thread55mm

MountMinolta A, Sony A

FormatFull frame

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Reviews

85mm. Sony lens.5.0/5

85mm. Sony lens. In two minds to buy this lens or not. I was already using 50mm. Lens for Portraits. Very pleased that I did. Produces excellent quality Portraits.

Sharp Wide Open5.0/5

Sharp Wide Open This lens is tack sharp at 2.8 and allows you to focus closer then any other 85mm prime lens which ensures nice Bokeh. Has circular blades for clean round bokeh balls.

Excellent and inexpensive5.0/5

Excellent and inexpensive Great price for an excellent lens. Why pay a lot more for a little bit better?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM?

Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM is a camera lens with 85mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Minolta A, Sony A mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 175g.

What mount is the Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM compatible with?

Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM uses a Minolta A, Sony A mount and supports the Full frame format.

How much does the Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM cost?

Based on recent eBay sold listings the Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM typically sells for around $31.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

Is the Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM a good lens?

Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 24 review(s).

Which lenses are similar to the Sony 85mm f/2.8 SAM?

Similar lenses include Minolta AF 100mm f/2.8 Macro D, Minolta AF 100mm f/2.8 Macro RS, Minolta AF 100mm f/2.8 Macro.

Current Pricing

Latest Price

€146.00

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Review Summary

Overall Rating

4.4

Mechanical3.4/5

Based on 44 reviewers