Introducing the Silver Model of the APS-C Medium Telephoto Lens 'TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8' | Shoten Kobo
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Shoten Kobo Co., Ltd. has announced the silver model of the large-aperture medium telephoto AF prime lens 'TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8' for APS-C. With a focal length of 56mm (equivalent to 86mm in 35mm format) and a bright aperture of F1.8, it is suitable for portrait photography with beautiful bokeh and shooting in low-light conditions.
This lens is compatible with Sony E, Nikon Z, and Fujifilm X mounts, priced at 36,000 yen (including tax), and will be available from November 7, 2024.
Smooth and Quiet AF Performance with Sophisticated Design
The TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 adopts a lead screw type STM (stepping motor) drive system, enabling fast and quiet autofocus. When combined with cameras equipped with on-sensor phase detection AF, it supports video AF and eye AF, ensuring you never miss a decisive moment.
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Additionally, the lens construction consists of 9 groups and 10 elements (including 1 ED lens and 2 high-refractive lenses), achieving high image quality with reduced chromatic aberration. It also features a USB Type-C port for firmware updates.
Main Specifications of the New Product
- Focal Length: 56mm (equivalent to 86mm in 35mm format)
- Focus: Autofocus (AF)
- Lens Construction: 9 groups, 10 elements (1 ED low dispersion lens, 2 high-refractive lenses)
- Compatible Image Sensor Size: APS-C
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.5m
- Aperture: F1.8 to F16
- Filter Diameter: 52mm
- Dimensions: Approx. φ65×67mm (Sony E, Fujifilm X), Approx. φ65×69mm (Nikon Z)
- Weight: Approx. 235g (Sony E, Fujifilm X), Approx. 250g (Nikon Z)
Sample Images
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