Larry’s Thoughts:
This is one of those lenses that just always delivers. It’s sharp wide open, with beautiful fall-off and that classic 35mm look that works for everything from interviews to handheld narrative work.
What really stands out is how quick and confident the autofocus is — even at f/1.4, it locks on fast and sticks, which makes it great for gimbal work or moving subjects where you don’t want to second-guess focus.
It pairs really well with the FX6 or A7R V, giving you a clean, cinematic image in a compact and reliable setup.