This lens for Fujifilm X cameras looks so seriously retro that you you wouldn't think that this 35mm prime offers autofocus and an f/1.4 maximum aperture
Chinese manufacturer SG-Image is launching an AF 35mm F1.4 lens that looks like it has stepped out of the 1950s
The latest lens from SG-Image, the AF 35mm f/1.4 prime for APS-C mirrorless cameras, possesses a distinct retro appearance. Its metal body and crenellated focusing control evoke images of the 1950s, reminiscent of items found in antique stores. However, despite its vintage look, this lens is an autofocus lens with a wide maximum aperture of f/1.4.
The lens, initially available for Fujifilm X-mount mirrorless cameras, will provide a nostalgic touch to the cameras' already-retro aesthetics. The lens features an optical design with seven elements in six groups and offers three color options – 3 silver, black, and a two-tone black-and-silver design. With a closest focusing distance of 0.35m and a 52mm filter, the lens is priced at 649 yuan in China, equivalent to approximately $98 / £72 / AU$135.
A bundle version, including a metal lens hood, is available for 699 yuan, approximately $105 / £78 / AU$145. Initially launched in Fujifilm X mount, Sony E and Nikon Z options are anticipated to follow.
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