7artisans AF 135mm F1.8 Full-Frame Lens for Sony E Review

A 135mm F1.8 is a classic portrait telephoto: long enough to compress features and blur backgrounds, fast enough for dim venues. The 7artisans AF 135mm F1.8 brings that formula to Sony E. We recommend it for portrait, wedding and event shooters who want reach and separation.

A fast telephoto portrait view

The lens covers an 18.4 degree angle of view at F1.8, with 12 aperture blades. The long focal length and wide aperture give strong background separation and a compressed perspective. Our prime versus zoom guide explains the trade-off between this and a zoom.

Autofocus and close focus

It has autofocus and manual focus, from 0.68m to infinity, with 0.25x maximum magnification. The optical design is 16 elements in 13 groups in a metal body measuring 91.2mm by 130mm.

Weight and fit

At about 1,014g in the E-mount version, this is a lens to hold with both hands and brace on a monopod for long events. It takes 82mm filters. 7artisans publishes a camera compatibility list, so check it for your body. Our lens mounts guide explains the mounts, and the AF 50mm F1.8 review covers a lighter prime from the same range.

Buying recommendation

Choose the AF 135mm F1.8 for portraits and events on a Sony full-frame body. Skip it if weight matters more than reach.

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Key specs

Model	7artisans AF 135mm F1.8, SKU AF135/1.8-B-E
Mount and coverage	Sony E (also Nikon Z and L), full frame
Aperture range	F1.8 to F16; 12 aperture blades
Focus	Autofocus and manual; 0.68m to infinity; maximum magnification 0.25x
Angle of view	18.4 degrees
Optical design	16 elements in 13 groups
Filter size	82mm
Size, weight and material	91.2mm diameter × 130mm length; about 1,014g (E mount); metal
US listed price	$689.00 (Sony E, no filter variant)

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