Sony SEL85F18 85mm F/1.8-22 Medium-Telephoto Fixed Prime Camera Lens Instruction Manual

1. Produk Langkungview

The Sony SEL85F18 is an affordable 85mm F1.8 full-frame E-mount mid-telephoto prime lens designed for capturing beautiful portraits. This compact and lightweight lens is compatible with both full-frame and APS-C cameras. Its 9-blade fast F1.8 aperture creates stunning background defocus effects, while the dust and moisture-resistant design ensures robust reliability in various shooting conditions.

Fitur konci:

• Wide F1.8 Maximum Aperture: Enables beautiful defocusing effects for stunning portraits.
• 9-Blade Circular Aperture: Creates smooth, round, and aesthetically pleasing bokeh.
• ED Glass Element: Ensures corner-to-corner sharpness and reduces chromatic aberration.
• Double Linear Motor System: Provides fast, quiet, and precise autofocusing, ideal for both stills and video.
• Kontrol langsung: Features a customizable focus hold button and an AF/MF switch for intuitive operation.
• Desain Tahan Lebu sareng Uap: Offers enhanced durability and reliability in challenging environments.

2. Setup Guide

Follow these steps to properly attach and prepare your Sony SEL85F18 lens for use.

Naon anu aya dina Kotak:

• Sony SEL85F18 85mm F/1.8 Lens
• Cap Lénsa Hareup
• Tutup Lénsa Rear
• Tiung lénsa

Ngalampirkeun lensa:

1. Pastikeun kaméra anjeun dipareuman.
2. Remove the rear lens cap from the SEL85F18 lens and the body cap from your camera.
3. Align the white index dot on the lens barrel with the white index dot on your camera's E-mount.
4. Selapkeun lensa kana dudukan kaméra sareng puterkeun saarah jarum jam dugi ka ngaklik kana tempatna. Ulah maksakeun lensa.
5. Cabut tutup lénsa hareup.

Figure 2.1: The Sony SEL85F18 lens securely attached to a Sony Alpha camera body.

Gambar 2.2: Tukangeun view of the Sony SEL85F18 lens, highlighting the E-mount for attachment to compatible cameras.

3. Parentah Operasi

Familiarize yourself with the controls and functions of your SEL85F18 lens to maximize its performance.

Autofocus (AF) and Manual Focus (MF) Switch:

Located on the side of the lens, this switch allows you to quickly toggle between autofocus and manual focus modes. In AF mode, the camera will automatically focus on your subject. In MF mode, you can manually adjust the focus ring to achieve precise focus.

Tombol Tahan Fokus:

The customizable focus hold button can be assigned various functions through your camera's menu. By default, it locks the focus when pressed, allowing you to recompose your shot without losing focus on your subject.

Gambar 3.1: Sisi view of the Sony SEL85F18 lens, indicating the AF/MF switch and the customizable focus hold button.

Aperture Control (F1.8):

The wide F1.8 maximum aperture is ideal for low-light conditions and creating a shallow depth of field with beautiful bokeh. Adjust the aperture through your camera's settings to control the amount of light entering the lens and the depth of field.

Sample Images and Video Demonstrations:

Observe the capabilities of the Sony SEL85F18 lens through these examples.

Figure 3.2: A portrait photograph demonstrating the creamy bokeh and sharp subject isolation achievable with the SEL85F18 lens.

Figure 3.3: An outdoor portrait showcasing the lens's ability to render a sharp subject against a beautifully blurred background.

4. Pangropéa sarta perawatan

Pangropéa anu leres mastikeun umur panjang sareng kinerja optimal lénsa anjeun.

Ngabersihan lensa:

• Use a soft, lint-free cloth or a lens brush to gently remove dust and debris from the lens surface.
• For stubborn smudges, apply a small amount of lens cleaning solution to a microfiber cloth and wipe gently in a circular motion.
• Avoid touching the lens elements directly with your fingers.

Panyimpenan:

• Sok pasang tutup lénsa hareup sareng pungkur nalika lénsa teu dianggo.
• Simpen lénsa di tempat anu garing sareng tiis, jauh tina sinar panonpoé langsung sareng suhu anu ekstrim.
• If storing for an extended period, consider using a dehumidifying agent to prevent mold growth.

Dust and Moisture Resistance:

The SEL85F18 features a dust and moisture-resistant design. While this provides protection against light rain or dusty conditions, it is not waterproof. Avoid exposing the lens to heavy rain or submerging it in water.

5. Cara ngungkulan

If you encounter any issues with your Sony SEL85F18 lens, refer to the following common troubleshooting tips.

Lensa Teu Fokus:

• Ensure the AF/MF switch on the lens is set to the desired mode (AF for autofocus, MF for manual focus).
• Check your camera's focus mode settings to ensure they are compatible with the lens setting.
• Clean the lens contacts on both the lens and the camera body with a clean, dry cloth.
• Balikan deui kaméra anjeun.

Images Appear Soft or Blurry:

• Pariksa deui naha lensana geus fokus kana subjek anjeun kalawan bener.
• Check your camera's shutter speed to ensure it is fast enough to prevent motion blur, especially in low light or with moving subjects.
• Pastikeun élémen lénsa bersih sareng bébas tina noda atanapi lebu.
• If using a very wide aperture (e.g., F1.8), the depth of field will be very shallow, requiring precise focus.

Lens Not Recognized by Camera:

• Ensure the lens is securely attached to the camera body and has clicked into place.
• Turn the camera off, detach the lens, reattach it, and turn the camera back on.
• Check for any firmware updates for both your camera and lens.

6. Spésifikasi Téknis

7. Garansi jeung Rojongan

Inpormasi Garansi:

This product is covered by Sony's standard manufacturer's warranty. For specific details regarding your warranty period and coverage, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Sony support websitus. Rencana panyalindungan ogé sayogi pikeun cakupan anu diperpanjang.

Rojongan Palanggan:

For technical assistance, service, or any inquiries regarding your Sony SEL85F18 lens, please contact Sony Customer Support. You can find contact information and additional resources on the official Sony websitus: www.sony.com/electronics/support