Now available for Sony E and Leica L mounts, along with Nikon Z, this new AF 135mm f1/8 MAX lens from 7Artisans is gunning to be a go-to telephoto prime for the right set of hybrid content creators looking for shallow depth of field, high sharpness, and capable of handling low light shooting situations.
Let’s look at this new lens through a new lens and see what it can offer with its fast, full-frame capabilities, given its price point, which is actually quite affordable, making it an option worth considering for filmmakers, videographers, or other sets of hybrid content creators.
The 7Artisans AF 135mm f1/8 MAX
Designed to pair telephoto prime shooting capabilities with an extremely bright maximum aperture, this new 7Artisans AF 135mm f1/8 MAX should offer a blend of high sharpness and shallow depth of field, appealing to those looking for portraiture photography or long videography shoots.
The lens is well-suited for isolating subjects from their backgrounds and for working in low-light conditions. The lens should also enhance the look of portraits and macro shots, helping shooters create dreamy, whimsical images with a soft-focus look.
As for construction, the lens incorporates 16 elements in 13 groups, effectively minimizing distortions and ghosting. The lens also includes a lens hood that helps block stray light and prevent ghosting and flare.
Price and Availability
With a 12-blade diaphragm and the aforementioned f/1.8 maximum aperture, it should be able to produce cinematic looks with creamy, circular bokeh in low light, and it should work for close-ups and detailed images with its 2.2’ minimum focusing distance.
If you’re in the market for an affordable telephoto prime that fits the bill, here are the specs and purchase options below.
- Full-Frame | f/1.8 to f/16
- Standard Telephoto Prime
- Minimum Focus Distance: 2.2'
- 5 HR and 6 ED Elements
- 16 Elements in 13 Groups
- 12-Blade Diaphragm
- AF/MF Mode Switch
- Customizable Function Button
- Filter Thread Diameter: 82mm
- USB-C Port for Firmware Upgrades
7Artisans 135mm f/1.8 Lens
Pairing a telephoto prime with an extremely bright maximum aperture, the 7Artisans 135mm f/1.8 Lens provides a notable blend of high sharpness and shallow depth of field, making it ideal for portraiture. It is well-suited to isolating your subject from the background and working in low-light conditions.
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