Voigtlander 75mm f1.8 Portrait Heliar Lens for Sony E

The Voigtlander 75mm f1.8 Portrait Heliar Lens for Sony E is a full-frame manual-focus lens with advanced spherical aberration control, enabling precise adjustment of bokeh. Its HELIAR optical design of 6 elements in 3 groups pairs with a 9-blade aperture for high-quality imaging. With Exif support and 5-axis stabilisation compatibility, it’s suitable for a range of professional photography applications.

Voigtlander 75mm f1.8 Portrait Heliar Lens for Sony E Key Features:

• Full-frame lens for Sony E-mount cameras
• Large f1.8 maximum aperture for low-light use and shallow depth of field
• Spherical aberration control ring for custom bokeh control
• Features manual focus with high-precision metal helicoid
• HELIAR optical design with 6 elements in 3 groups
• 9-blade aperture for out-of-focus highlights
• Built-in distance encoder for 5-axis image stabilisation support
• Electronic contacts for Exif shooting data communication
• All-metal lens barrel for durability and rigidity
• Diamond-pattern metal focus ring for superior grip
• Independent aperture ring for direct exposure control
• Includes lens hood to reduce flare and offer increased protection

Expanded Voigtlander 75mm f1.8 Portrait Heliar Lens for Sony E Key Features:

Precision optical design for outstanding quality

The Voigtlander 75mm f1.8 Portrait Heliar Lens for Sony E is designed for photographers seeking exceptional optical quality on Sony E-mount full-frame cameras. Its HELIAR construction features six elements in three groups, optimised for Sony mirrorless sensors. The large f1.8 aperture not only excels in low-light conditions but also provides excellent subject separation, making it an ideal choice for portraiture and creative photography where control over depth of field is vital.

Custom bokeh control with spherical aberration adjustment

A defining feature of the Voigtlander 75mm f1.8 Portrait Heliar lens is its spherical aberration control ring, allowing users to fine-tune the balance between under- and over-correction. This innovation enables photographers to shape bokeh characteristics to match their artistic intent, whether producing soft, flared highlights with gentle rear blur or generating more defined, bubbly after-blur effects. The integrated mechanism ensures the focus position is automatically compensated when spherical aberration adjustments are made, maintaining accuracy without manual recalibration.

Made to integrate with Sony mirrorless systems

The Voigtlander 75mm f1.8 Portrait Heliar Lens for Sony E features electronic contacts to transmit Exif data to your camera, recording key shooting parameters for each frame. It also features a built-in distance encoder, making it compatible with Sony’s 5-axis in-body image stabilisation systems. This ensures that stabilisation performance is optimised by providing precise subject distance information, contributing to sharper results during handheld shooting. The lens’s design does not rely on in-camera optical compensation, ensuring that its optical performance is delivered directly to the sensor.

Designed for smooth handling and reliability

The all-metal lens barrel provides a highly rigid structure for dependable use in demanding conditions. A diamond-patterned focus ring provides an excellent grip for precise manual focusing, while the helicoid mechanism delivers a smooth, controlled feel throughout the entire focus range. The dedicated aperture ring, featuring nine blades, enables direct exposure adjustment, resulting in well-shaped, pleasing out-of-focus highlights in point light sources. This mechanical design prioritises tactile feedback and photographer control over automated systems. A dedicated lens hood is included for enhanced protection and improved control of stray light hitting the lens, reducing flare. With a compact, lightweight build measuring 70 x 80mm and weighing just 515g, the lens also adds minimal weight to your camera rig for comfortable all-day shooting.

What's in the box?

• 1 x Voigtlander 75mm f1.8 Portrait Heliar Lens for Sony E
• 1 x Metal Lens Hood
• 1 x Front Lens Cap
• 1 x Rear Lens Cap

FAQs:

Does the Voigtlander 75mm f1.8 Portrait Heliar Lens for Sony E support filters, and if so, what size?

This lens is compatible with 62mm screw-in filters thanks to its standard filter thread. This makes it easy to fit ND, polarising, or other creative filters without the need for adapters. The front element design helps minimise vignetting when using standard filter types.

What is the minimum focusing distance of the Voigtlander 75mm f1.8 Portrait Heliar Lens for Sony E, and how does it impact close-up work?

The Voigtlander 75mm f1.8 Portrait Heliar Lens for Sony E focuses as close as 0.7 metres, allowing you to frame tight headshots or detail-oriented compositions with attractive background blur. While not a macro lens, this minimum distance gives good flexibility for portraits and medium-close subjects. The spherical aberration control can further refine how the background is rendered at close focus.