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Viltrox Brings AI Autofocus to Manual Lenses with NexusFocus F1

Viltrox is pleased to announce NexusFocus, a new autofocus solution for manual lenses. The NexusFocus F1 is a compact, lightweight adapter that fits unobtrusively in between the lens and the camera body. The system is compatible with Sony E-mount cameras and PL-mount Cine and CineMod lenses. It takes advantage of Sony’s powerful phase-detection system and AI subject recognition, and leverages those native capabilities of the camera to drive motors for aperture, focus and zoom adjustments, thus revitalizing manual lenses with powerful autofocus capabilities.

NexusFocus gives vintage lens enthusiasts, solo operators, and small film crews unprecedented creative freedom. Freed from the constraints of manual focusing and LiDAR’s parallax limitations, creators can enjoy cinematic-level imaging, with effortless control and precision.

Quick set up and versatile lens control

With fast synchronized motor control of focus, iris, and zoom (FIZ), users gain complete command of every lens movement. The responsive autofocus lets solo operators and small crews work efficiently on set.

The Viltrox NexusFocus mobile app allows for effortless setup, with a wide range of lens calibration profiles ready-to-go. The system automatically detects calibration status on startup, so users can just mount the adapter, power on, and start creating (automatic calibration is currently only available on the iOS app version).

The app also provides Bluetooth wireless control with smartphones and iPads, allowing limitless camera placement options and versatile single-user operation. The adapter features a clear backlit status display panel on top, so users can instantly check the operating mode and lens data.

Tough and compact design, with powerful performance

Compact, but with powerful performance, the motor responds with remarkable speed and precision. The standard USB type-C power port offers broad compatibility with professional equipment, and seamless connectivity. The motor is powered by an external source to ensure reliable operation. The dust-resistant seal at the camera mount end of the adapter protects equipment and preserves image integrity. The unit’s durable but lightweight aluminum alloy and stainless steel construction ensures reliability and a long operating life. A detachable tripod mount allows for flexible support.

More details and how to buy

The NexusFocus F1 will be available via an official Kickstarter campaign, running from January 15 to February 13, 2026.
For full details of supported cameras and lenses, please visit the NexusFocus F1 campaign page on Kickstarter. Some features may work differently, or not be available, on certain equipment or equipment combinations.

For more information, please visit: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/viltrox/nexusfocus-pl-e-adapter

MSRP: $8,599HKD (≈1,099USD) (dual motor kit) / $10,199HKD (≈1,299USD) (triple motor kit)

Super Early Bird Kit: $5,499HKD (≈$699USD) (Limited to 10 Kits)
Early Bird Kit: $6,299HKD (≈$799USD) (Limited to 200 Kits)
Early Access Kit A – Dual Motor: $6,999HKD (≈$899USD) (Limited to 2,000 Kits)
Early Access Kit B – Triple Motor: $8,199HKD (≈$1,049USD)

Viltrox Unlocks Full Imaging Ecosystem for Creators for Black Friday

Viltrox is pleased to announce exclusive sitewide savings on the company’s acclaimed LAB, Pro, EVO, Air, Raze, and EPIC lenses, plus lighting and monitoring products, celebrating a decade of innovation in imaging technology. These special Black Friday prices will only be available from November 20th to December 1st, 2025.

As the festive season approaches, Viltrox invites creators worldwide to embrace the spirit of creativity and storytelling with its Black Friday 2025 Sale. Featuring 20% price reductions across all categories, from premium autofocus lenses to compact lighting and monitoring systems, the event continues Viltrox’s mission: to make professional imaging tools accessible to every creator. The Viltrox ecosystem spans the entire creative process from capture to creation, and supports major mounts including Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, DJI DL, and PL.

 

LAB / Pro / EVO / Air Series: Autofocus lenses for every vision

Designed for photographers and hybrid creators, the Viltrox LAB, Pro, EVO and Air series of lenses cover the full focal range, with fast F1.2 / F1.4 / F1.8 apertures, and more. They offer superb optical performance and color accuracy across E, Z, and X mounts.

 

Viltrox’s LAB Series are flagship lenses that deliver exceptional sharpness, refined color rendition, and robust build quality for professional demands.

 

The Pro Series is built for hybrid shooters, combining fast apertures, consistent AF, and solid reliability across diverse shooting conditions.

 

The Viltrox EVO Series are compact, performance-driven lenses that balance portability and image quality – ideal for creators on the move.

 

The Air Series are Viltrox’s most lightweight, stylish, and intuitive lenses. They’re perfect for travel, lifestyle, and everyday photography.

 

Raze Series – Precision Autofocus Lenses for DJI Systems

Custom-designed for DJI Ronin 4D and Inspire 3, the Raze Series brings Viltrox’s renowned autofocus technology into aerial and cinematic production. The Raze Series includes 16mm / 24mm / 28mm / 35mm / 50mm / 85mm F1.8 and 90mm F3.5, offering cinematic rendering and consistent focus performance for aerial cinematography and gimbal workflows.

 

EPIC Series: 1.33× Anamorphic lenses for cinematic storytelling

Engineered for professional filmmakers, the EPIC Series covers 25mm / 35mm / 50mm / 65mm Macro / 75mm / 100mm / 135mm, all in PL mount, delivering the signature anamorphic 1.33× aspect ratio. The EPIC series produces rich flares, smooth focus transitions, and true widescreen depth, all combined to capture stories with cinematic emotion and scale.

 

Lighting and monitoring systems

Complementing its lens lineup, Viltrox offers compact camera flashes, portable LED lights and color-accurate HD field monitors – empowering creators to refine exposure, lighting, and tone control at every stage of production.

 

Beyond discounts – Empowering creativity

Viltrox’s Black Friday campaign goes beyond seasonal offers. It’s a celebration of creative freedom – a reminder that great storytelling starts with the right tools. With products that merge precision engineering, design simplicity, and creator-centered usability, Viltrox continues to empower visual artists worldwide to see beyond the ordinary.

 

More details and how to buy

Black Friday Promotion Period: November 20th – December 1st, 2025

20% price reduction across all Viltrox products

Available at Viltrox.com and from authorized retailers worldwide

https://viltrox.com/?ref=orbetcnl

Viltrox’s AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE: Affordable Pro-level Full Frame Portrait Lens

Viltrox is pleased to announce the AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE, a new full-frame autofocus lens for Sony E-mount cameras. This is Viltrox’s first full frame lens in the company’s acclaimed Pro Series. It is precision-tailored to meet the exacting demands of advanced enthusiasts and working professionals who will only accept reliable, high-performance optics for portraiture and general photography.

An 85mm focal length has long been preferred by portrait photographers for its natural perspective and ability to isolate subjects while still providing a degree of versatility – from close-ups to full body shots. The Viltrox AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE adds to this by combining a wide F1.4 aperture with advanced optical design that maintains sharpness and clarity across the frame – even at its widest aperture.

The result is close to perfection in its class: a lens that offers both creative flexibility, with stunning bokeh effects, and dependable performance in a wide range of environments.

The Definitive 85mm Portrait Lens

As the definitive focal length for portrait artistry, the AF 85mm F1.4 Pro masterfully adapts to every owner’s creative vision – whether capturing intimate half-frame portraits, dynamic full-body compositions, or fleeting emotional nuances. Elevating Viltrox’s Pro series with its first full-frame lens, it features an advanced optical design including 15 elements and 11 groups, delivering exceptional sharpness and excellent control of coma aberration.

The Viltrox AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE leverages an ultra-large, precision aspherical lens. This achieves peak aberration control and onion ring control even at 1.4 aperture, delivering consistent sharpness from center to edge. The lens also includes three low-dispersion ED elements to minimize chromatic aberration, and nine high-refractive index elements that maintain clarity. Viltrox’s advanced nano-coating minimizes ghosting and flare, even in challenging lighting such as backlit scenes.

At F1.4 the lens produces the ideal shallow depth of field for portraiture: sharp and clear where focus is needed; soft, dreamy bokeh in out-focus areas; and smooth transitions between focal zones. This allows subjects to be cleanly separated from backgrounds without introducing distracting artifacts, while still delivering beautiful bokeh. The wide aperture also benefits low-light shooting, offering higher shutter speeds and lower ISO settings for clean, noise-free images in dimly lit conditions.

HyperVCM: Viltrox’s patented fast, quiet and smooth autofocus motor

Viltrox’s patented HyperVCM autofocus motor delivers exceptionally fast, quiet, and smooth focusing. In the AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE, the dual HyperVCM motor outperforms traditional STM motors, offering significantly faster focus speed, lower focus noise, and superior precision. This translates to a 150% boost in focusing speed, enabling near-to-far focus shifts in just 100ms. With micrometer-level positioning accuracy, the lens achieves reliable focus even under extremely shallow depth of field conditions. Combined with real-time eye and face detection (compatible with a wide range of cameras), it maintains accurate focus on moving subjects. Crucially, the motor’s quiet operation and smooth, precise focus transitions ensure highly reliable video performance. When manual control is preferred, users can instantly switch via the dedicated AF/MF switch.

Easy to use, but flexible and tough

This lens is built for durability, without compromising handling. The full-metal body is robust at about 800 grams – but still provides balance and maneuverability to capture shots. Dust and splash resistance – via strategic seals and water-repellent coating on the front element – make it suitable for outdoor use in difficult conditions.

Professional handling features always improve workflow. In Viltrox’s AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE, these features include the customizable focus function button; an aperture ring click switch, switchable between stepped and stepless, which is ideal for hybrid photo and video use; and compatibility with the easy-to-use Viltrox App for firmware updates and function customization via USB C. The lens supports EXIF data transmission with compatible cameras, and accepts standard 77mm filters.

For photographers seeking a fast, high-resolution portrait lens with dependable autofocus, rugged construction, and full-frame optical integrity, the AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE offers a compelling balance of precision, versatility, and value. It’s available now.

More details and how to buy

For more information, please visit: https://geni.us/8514fe_pr

Amazon Store:

US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F8QLT3L9

EU: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0F8QLT3L9

 

MSRP: US$598 / EU: €669 / UK: £569

Did the ‘Console Wars’ Prove PC is Still the Best Option for Gamers?

The so-called “console wars” have been raging for decades, with each new generation of PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo consoles promising better graphics, more immersive experiences, and exclusive games. And yet throughout all the excitement, there’s one question that keeps resurfacing: has the console battle actually highlighted that PC gaming might still be the ultimate platform for serious gamers?

Let’s take a closer look at what the console wars have taught us – and how they might have actually highlighted the enduring strengths of PC gaming.

The Rivalry of Consoles

Every console generation brings a new wave of hype. When Sony’s PlayStation 5 and Microsoft’s Xbox Series X were released, both companies saw record-breaking demand. Fans spent weeks refreshing online store pages in the hopes of snagging one. In fact, Statista reports even in quarter one of 2024, years after release, the PS5 was still selling approximately 2.4 million units.

These new generation machines are undeniably powerful, with fast SSDs, ray tracing, and 4K output. With services like Xbox Game Pass, the value proposition has never been higher. But there are limits, particularly in terms of flexibility, upgradeability, and raw power – areas where PCs continue to shine.

Affordability is Complicated

One of the most common arguments in favour of consoles is price. A PS5 or Xbox Series X costs significantly less than a top-tier gaming PC. That’s true, at least initially. Over time, the picture becomes more complex.

PC games are often cheaper. Steam sales, Humble Bundles, and free game giveaways through platforms like the Epic Games Store mean PC gamers can build vast libraries at a fraction of the cost. Subscriptions like Xbox Game Pass have improved value for console players, but the games only last as long as your subscription.

You can use a PC for more than just gaming. It doubles as a workstation for content creation, music, streaming, work, or betting on sites like betFIRST Sport. For many, that versatility adds to the value.

Power and Performance 

Modern gaming PCs have reached incredible levels of performance. With NVIDIA’s RTX 40 series GPUs and high-end AMD Ryzen processors, gamers can achieve visuals and frame rates that consoles simply can’t match. While consoles are often locked to 30 or 60 frames per second, many PC gamers enjoy 144Hz or higher refresh rates at ultra settings, especially in competitive titles.

Not only that, but PCs are modular, allowing you to upgrade your graphics card or add more RAM. Consoles, by contrast, are “locked”. Once you hit a hardware ceiling, you’re stuck with it until the next generation rolls around (often years down the line).

PCs also support a broader range of gaming peripherals. Want a racing sim setup with a full steering wheel and pedal set? Or perhaps you prefer a mouse and keyboard for pinpoint accuracy in shooters? Some of these accessories are available for consoles, but PC remains the primary platform for customisation.

Game Selection and Modding Flexibility

Consoles do have the advantage when it comes to exclusive titles. But over time, the gap has narrowed. More and more console exclusives are now being released on PC, often with enhanced graphics and features.

PC also offers access to an incredible library of indie games, early access titles, and mods. Games like Skyrim or The Sims 4 become new experiences thanks to community-created content. Platforms like Steam Workshop have made modding accessible to everyone, and for many gamers, that’s a huge draw.

Then there’s emulation. While not always legal depending on the source of the games, many gamers use their PCs to play titles from older consoles (something that’s trickier on PlayStation or Xbox).

Online Services and Ecosystem

Both Xbox and PlayStation charge users to access multiplayer gaming. Although the services (Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus) include monthly games and discounts, they’re ongoing expenses. Meanwhile on PC, multiplayer is usually free outside of specific subscriptions like World of Warcraft or Final Fantasy XIV.

PC gamers also enjoy a level of control over their ecosystem that console players don’t. You’re not restricted to a single storefront. You can choose between Steam, GOG, Epic, Battle.net, and more. You can tweak graphics settings, install performance-enhancing mods, or even tinker with files to improve performance on older hardware.

So… Did the Console Wars Settle Anything?

The intense competition between consoles may have shown that the PC is still the most balanced and powerful option overall. While consoles have made huge strides, especially in ease of use and exclusives, they remain limited by their fixed hardware, locked ecosystems, and narrower customisation options.

For gamers who want plug-and-play simplicity, consoles are excellent. But for those who want maximum performance, customization, and freedom, the PC continues to stand tall.

In a sense, the real winner of the console wars might be the platform that never really joined the fight.

 

Sony Interactive Entertainment establishes digital innovation and engineering centre in Ireland, plans to hire 100 local employees in engineering and operations

Sony Interactive Entertainment, the company behind the iconic PlayStation brand, today announced it is to open an office in Dublin, with plans to hire 100 employees to staff the new operation. The establishment of this office is supported by the Irish government through IDA Ireland.

The Dublin team will focus on research and development in projects that optimise digital operations, customer and employee servicing, as well as external operations through technology, digital tools, and data. Applications for the roles are open, effective immediately.

“Establishing a presence in Dublin allows Sony Interactive Entertainment access to top-tier talent in digital innovation and technologies, in a region I know full well is ready to support our innovative approach to interactive entertainment,” said Paul Walsh, SVP, Head of Digital Technology, Engineering, IT, and Operations, Sony Interactive Entertainment. “We’re excited to contribute to Dublin’s vibrant economy and looking forward to bringing onboard bright minds at all career levels. Through IDA Ireland, we’re seeing first-hand how the Irish business community is nurtured at all levels, creating an environment that we’ll be proud to play our part in supporting.”

Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke said: “This significant investment by Sony Interactive Entertanment highlights Ireland’s commitment to advancing our vibrant tech ecosystem and providing opportunities for top tier talent. I very much welcome Sony Interactive Entertainment’s decision to establish its digital innovation centre here which demonstrates the continued appeal of our business environment.”

Michael Lohan, CEO of IDA Ireland said: “I am delighted to welcome Sony Interactive Entertainment to Ireland. Their decision to expand and hire 100 talented software engineers here underscores Ireland’s reputation as a hub for innovation and technology. This investment is also testament to the quality of our workforce and the vibrant tech ecosystem we have in Ireland.’’

Information on career opportunities can be found at https://www.playstation.com/en-us/corporate/playstation-careers/

Sony WH-1000XM5 and WF-1000XM5 now in Smoky Pink

Sony has announced a new colour addition to its award winning 1000X noise cancelling headphones. The WH-1000XM5 and WF-1000XM5 noise cancelling headphones are now available in Smoky Pink. This colour offers new ways to accessorise and complement your style with a pink tint and elegant undertones, making for a sound-enhancing fashion staple!

Both the WH-1000XM5 headphones and WF-1000XM5 earbuds host the best noise cancelling and audio quality, featuring magnificent sound engineered to perfection. The WF-1000XM5 currently comes in black and platinum silver, while the WH-1000XM5 comes black, platinum silver and midnight blue.

The new Smoky Pink colour is soft and sophisticated, with a powdery matte texture that boosts your style.

Other features of the WH-1000XM5s include:

  • Up to 30H battery life
  • Multipoint connection
  • Industry leading call quality
  • All day comfort with soft fit leather
  • 360 Spatial Sound personaliser

See our Sony reviews

For more information visit: https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/headband-headphones/wh-1000xm5

Sony announces arrival of 65-inch BRAVIA 9 in Europe

Sony Europe B.V. has announced the highly anticipated arrival of the 65-inch BRAVIA 9 television in Europe, offering a truly immersive cinematic experience for movie and entertainment enthusiasts in a more compact screen size. This premium TV boasts exceptional picture quality and cutting-edge features designed to elevate your home entertainment to new heights.

“We have listened to customer and media feedback and are thrilled to expand the BRAVIA 9 range in Europe with an additional 65-inch screen size model in November,” said Shoji Ohama, Head of Home Entertainment Product Planning and Marketing at Sony Europe. “This TV embodies decades of Sony’s close relationship with the film industry as well as commitment to innovation and delivering the best possible viewing experience. With its exceptional picture quality, immersive sound, and user-friendly features, the BRAVIA 9 has all it takes to become the centrepiece of any home entertainment system.”

Unparalleled brightness meets precise backlight control

The BRAVIA 9 pushes the boundaries of picture quality with its revolutionary combination of high peak brightness and precise backlight control. This translates to stunning visuals with incredible detail, vibrant colours, and deep blacks. The XR Backlight Master Drive, featuring thousands of mini-LED zones, delivers exceptional contrast by precisely controlling the lighting in each zone. This ensures that even the most challenging scenes, with both bright and dark elements, are displayed with remarkable clarity and realism.

Studio-calibrated modes for authentic viewing

The BRAVIA 9 is meticulously calibrated to deliver an experience that faithfully reproduces the creator’s vision. Pre-installed Netflix Calibrated Mode, Prime Video Calibrated Mode, and SONY PICTURES CORE calibrated mode ensure that your favourite movies and shows look exactly as intended. Whether you’re streaming the latest blockbuster or revisiting a classic film, the BRAVIA 9 guarantees an authentic cinematic experience in the comfort of your own home.

Additional key features:

  • XR Processor: Sony’s powerful XR Processor analyses content scene by scene, intelligently adjusting picture and sound for an unparalleled viewing experience.
  • X-Anti Reflection: Enjoy a clear, immersive picture even in bright rooms thanks to the innovative X-Anti Reflection filter.
  • X Wide Angle: Experience stunning picture quality from virtually any viewing angle with the X Wide Angle technology.
  • Immersive sound: New BRAVIA 9 TVs feature Acoustic Multi-Audio+ and are the world’s first with Beam Tweeter at the top and Frame Tweeter at the sides to deliver cinematic surround sound. Every sound comes from exactly the right place.

Pricing and availability

The BRAVIA 9 in a 65-inch screen size will be available in Europe starting in November 2024. For pricing and exact availability details in your country, please visit https://www.sony.co.uk/bravia/products/bravia-9.

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Sony announces the Playstation 5 Pro

The PlayStation5 Pro (PS5Pro) console is the latest hardware innovation to enter the PlayStation®5 (PS5®) family of products from Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE). Revealed today, the PS5 Pro console aims to provide players with richer gameplay experiences through super sharp image clarity, high frame rate gameplay, and advanced ray tracing and it has been a while since the PS5 launch.

PS5 Pro enables the world’s greatest game creators to develop enhanced gaming experiences by taking advantage of the console’s more powerful hardware and system architecture. PS5 Pro delivers the most impressive visuals and performance to date on a PlayStation console, with new features that include:

  • Upgraded GPU with 67 percent more Compute Units than the current PS5 console and 28 percent faster memory. This enables up to 45 percent faster rendering for gameplay, making games run even faster.
  • Advanced Ray Tracing that provides more dynamic reflection and refraction of light at more than double the speed of the current PS5 console.
  • AI-Driven Upscaling with PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution, a machine learning-based technology that provides super sharp image clarity by adding an extraordinary amount of detail.

 

“We are proud of the impact that PS5 has made on the gaming industry, providing an opportunity for game creators to realize their vision and reach millions of players around the world,” said Hideaki Nishino, CEO, Platform Business Group, Sony Interactive Entertainment. “But we’re always pushing ourselves to innovate so we can meet, and hopefully exceed, the evolving needs of our players. We’re pleased to offer PS5 Pro alongside the current PS5 console this holiday, and we look forward to seeing continued gameplay innovation from our talented game creators that unleash the possibilities of the PS5 hardware for years to come.”

The PS5 Pro console comes in a familiar look that blends perfectly with the PlayStation 5 family of products. It also provides an option for players to add an Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive (sold separately).

Games that take advantage of the PS5 Pro features will include a “PS5 Pro Enhanced” designation within their title. Sample games that will be PS5 Pro Enhanced include blockbuster titles from PlayStation Studios and SIE’s partners, such as Alan Wake 2, Assassin’s Creed: Shadows, Demon’s Souls, Dragon’s Dogma 2, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Gran Turismo 7, Hogwarts Legacy, Horizon Forbidden West, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, The Crew Motorfest, The First Descendant, The Last of Us Part II Remastered, and more.

Games that are playable on the PS5 console will be playable on PS5 Pro, utilizing the same user interface and online community for multiplayer gaming and network services. Other features include PS5 Pro Game Boost, which can apply to more than 8,500 backward compatible PlayStation®4 (PS4®) games playable on PS5 Pro. This feature may stabilize or improve the performance of supported PS4 and PS5 games. Enhanced Image Quality for PS4 games is also available to improve the resolution on select PS4 games.

Current accessories available for PS5 will also be compatible with PS5 Pro, including PlayStation®VR2, PlayStation Portal™ remote player, DualSense Edge™ wireless controller, Access™ controller, Pulse Elite™ wireless headset and Pulse Explore™ wireless earbuds.

Launching in time for the holiday shopping season, PS5 Pro will be available at participating retailers and directly from PlayStation at direct.playstation.com. Pre-orders will begin on September 26, 2024.

*Features only available on select PS5 games that have been enhanced for PS5 Pro when compared with the PS5. PS5 Pro enhanced features will vary by game.

The PS5 Pro console launches on November 7, 2024, at a recommended retail price (RRP) of $699.99 USD, £699.99 GBP, €799.99 EUR, and ¥119,980 JPY (includes tax). It features a 2TB solid state drive and includes a DualSense wireless controller. PS5 Pro will also launch with the latest wireless technology, Wi-Fi 7, in territories supporting this standard.

Sony Announces the FE 85mm F1.4 GM II Lightweight Portrait Lens

Sony today announces the FE 85mm F1.4 GM II (SEL85F14GM2) a premium lens offering a supreme blend of high resolution and stunning bokeh with fast autofocus (AF) in a compact body. This is a second-generation lens that inherits the optical design that achieved a high-level fusion of bokeh and resolution that was highly praised in the first-generation model, and generously incorporates the latest technology. When paired with the latest Sony’s Alpha series cameras, it is an ideal option for a wide variety of creative uses in both photography and videography, including portraiture, wedding, travel, and cinematic video.

“In 2016 we launched our G Master lineup and the first generation 85 mm F1.4 lens was one of the three lenses part of that pivotable moment for Sony. Our goal with our G Master line is to design glass that delivers stunning resolution and beautiful bokeh, while incorporating the highest level of technology available at the time, and we are proud to continue that message with the next-generation FE 85mm F1.4 GM II we are announcing today,” said Yann Salmon Legagneur, Head of IP&S Marketing, Sony Europe. “We know how many photographers and videographers rely on the large aperture 85 mm focal length. We are excited to offer an updated version packed with our latest lens technologies, all while maintaining a lightweight lens and extremely compact in size.”

 High Optical Performance & Beautiful Bokeh 

The advanced and refined optical design and elements of the FE 85mm F1.4 GM II bring together appealing bokeh and enhanced high resolution, making it ideal for portrait photography.

Packed with two XA (extreme aspherical) and two ED (extra-low dispersion) lenses, the state-of-the-art optical design effectively suppresses aberrations. This combination offers corner-to-corner resolution and rendering, resulting in outstanding image quality. Moreover, Sony’s original Nano AR Coating II technology effectively subdues flare and ghosting for clear, crisp images. The 11-blade circular aperture and optimisation of spherical aberration during the design and manufacturing process provide the beautiful, soft bokeh that is the hallmark of G Master series.

Fast, Precise, Quiet Autofocus and High Tracking Performance

The FE 85mm F1.4 GM II’s AF is agile, maximising the speed advantage of advanced camera bodies. For stills, it is up to 3 times faster compared to the previous model, tracking moving subjects with high precision. It keeps up flawlessly with the Alpha 9 III’s 120fps continuous shooting, and subject tracking performance is improved by as much as 7 times.

Lightweight and Stylish Design without Compromises

Compared to the current FE 85mm F1.4 GM the weight of the FE 85mm F1.4 GM II (642 grams, 22.7 oz.) is approximately 20% lighter and 13% smaller in volume, which is achieved through the latest mechanical technology and optical design.  The FE 85mm F1.4 GM II has a filter diameter of φ77 mm, diameter of 84.7 mm (about 3-3/8 in) and length of 107.3 mm (about 4-1/4 in).

Effective Cinematic Creation Features

For smooth movie creation at F1.4, the FE 85mm F1.4 GM II has an XD linear motor. Focus breathing is minimal, and in-body focus breathing compensation is supported. It has two customisable focus hold buttons and an AF/MF switch offer flexible operability, while an independent aperture ring and Linear Response MF focus control provide the kind of intuitive control that creative shooting demands.

Crafted for Durability

The front lens element features a fluorine coating, which makes it easy to remove fingerprints, dust, oil, and other contaminants from the lens surface. The dust and moisture resistant design provides extra reliability for outdoor use in challenging conditions.

Pricing and Availability

The FE 85mm F1.4 GM II will be available in September 2024 for approximately €2,100 EUR at a variety of Sony’s authorised dealers.

A product video on the new FE 85mm F1.4 GM II can be viewed here.

For detailed product information about FE 85mm F1.4 GM II please visit here.

Also announced today was their latest earbuds