Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm f/1.4 ZA Lens

Sony ZEISS Distagon T* FE 35mm f/1.4 ZA Lens
High-Speed Wide-Angle Prime – Fully Functional / Good Condition with Minor Internal Artifact
The Sony ZEISS Distagon T* FE 35mm f/1.4 ZA is a premium, high-speed wide-angle prime lens engineered for full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. Built around a legendary ZEISS Distagon optical concept, this lens delivers exceptional resolving power, striking contrast, and an ultra-bright f/1.4 maximum aperture. Its versatile 35mm focal length is highly coveted for professional street photography, sweeping landscapes, reportage, and high-end lifestyle documentation.

Outfitted with a physical de-clickable aperture ring and a rapid Direct Drive SSM autofocus motor, it seamlessly bridges the gap between high-end still capture and professional cinematography. This package comes complete with its front cap, rear cap, and dedicated lens hood.

Please note: This lens is in fully operational, overall Good cosmetic condition. It exhibits standard cosmetic scuffs on the barrel, common internal dust, and a small internal optical artifact (resembling a tiny hair or fine scratch) nestled deeply between the glass elements.

Key Features & ZEISS Optical Excellence
Classic 35mm Wide Perspective: Offers a natural, immersive wide-angle field of view on full-frame sensors, or a versatile 52.5mm standard equivalent perspective when mounted to crop-sensor APS-C Sony Alpha bodies.

Ultra-Bright f/1.4 Aperture: The fast f/1.4 maximum opening provides superior light-gathering capabilities for dim ambient environments while granting master-level control over a razor-thin depth of field.

Advanced Aspherical (AA) Optimization: Incorporates one Advanced Aspherical (AA) element and two standard aspherical elements within a 12-element layout to aggressively suppress field curvature, coma, astigmatism, and spherical distortion.

ZEISS T Anti-Reflective Coating:* Individual optical surfaces feature the iconic ZEISS T* multi-layer coating to minimize internal ghosting, peripheral reflections, and lens flare, preserving color fidelity and deep frame contrast.

Direct Drive SSM Autofocus Drive: Driven by a high-torque Direct Drive Super Sonic wave Motor (DDSSM) and an internal focusing mechanism for incredibly fast, accurate, and near-silent autofocus tracking that satisfies both photographers and filmmakers.

De-Clickable Physical Aperture Ring: Features a physical aperture control ring on the metal barrel. A dedicated switch allows you to “de-click” the ring for smooth, silent iris adjustments during live video recordings.

Weather-Sealed Construction: Built with a dust- and moisture-sealed chassis paired with rubberized control rings for secure handling and dependable operation in inclement weather conditions.

Item Condition & Diagnostic Notes
Functional & Mechanical Performance: FULLY OPERATIONAL. This lens has been thoroughly bench-tested and performs excellently. The DDSSM focus motor responds instantly and locks target with precision. The mechanical aperture ring clicks crisply (or slides smoothly when de-clicked), and the physical AF/MF toggle switch functions perfectly.

Internal Glass Artifact & Dust: The internal optical path contains a typical accumulation of fine dust particles. Additionally, deep inspection reveals a small internal artifact on an inner glass element that looks like a fine scratch or a stray hair. In rigorous testing, this artifact does not affect image sharpness, resolution, or frame contrast, and it does not manifest as a visible blemish in final image files under standard shooting parameters. The glass path is entirely free of fungus or separation.

Cosmetic Presentation: The lens is in overall Good cosmetic condition. The outer metal barrel shows standard signs of field wear, highlighted by visible surface scratches and light scuffs on the housing exterior and focus ring ridges. These marks are purely superficial and do not impact the lens’s structural integrity.

Included Accessories: Includes the front lens cap, rear lens cap, and the original matching bayonet lens hood.

Technical Specifications
Lens Classification: Full-Frame High-Speed Wide Prime

Lens Mount Type: Sony E-Mount (Full-Frame & APS-C Compatible)

Focal Length: 35mm (35mm Equivalent on APS-C: 52.5mm)

Maximum Aperture: f/1.4

Minimum Aperture: f/16

Optical Layout: 12 Elements in 8 Groups (1 AA Element, 2 Aspherical Elements)

Autofocus Motor System: Direct Drive Super Sonic wave Motor (DDSSM)

Aperture Control System: Manual Selection Ring (Clickable / De-Clickable Toggle Switch)

Minimum Focus Distance: 11.8 inches / 30 cm

Aperture Diaphragm: 9-Blade Rounded Design

Filter Thread Interface: 72 mm

Dimensions (Diameter x Length): Approx. 3.1 x 4.4 inches / 78.5 x 112.0 mm

Weight: Approx. 22.2 oz / 630 g