- Stock: In Stock
- Brand: SONY
- Model: Mirrorless Lens
- SKU: SEL14F18GM
Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM Ultra‑Wide Prime Lens
Ultra‑wide G Master prime with f/1.8 speed, refined optics, and compact 1 lb design
Overview
Pairing an ultra‑wide 14mm focal length with an especially bright f/1.8 design, the Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM is a fast, dynamic prime for landscapes, cityscapes, architecture, interiors, and astrophotography. Its extremely wide 114° angle of view is matched by a compact, lightweight build—just 1 lb (460 g)—making it a portable choice for everything from casual walk‑around shooting to staged timelapse and night‑sky work.
As a G Master optic, it balances cutting‑edge sharpness with smooth bokeh: dual XA elements, advanced coatings, and precise focusing motors deliver crisp detail and clean point‑light rendering even at f/1.8. A physical aperture ring with a de‑click switch, weather‑sealed construction, and a rear gel filter holder round out a professional feature set in a remarkably small form factor.
Key Features
E‑Mount, Full‑Frame Coverage
Optimized for Sony full‑frame bodies; equally capable on APS‑C with a 21mm‑equiv. view.
Bright f/1.8 Aperture
Excels in low light and enables shallow‑depth‑of‑field ultra‑wide imagery.
Advanced G Master Optics
Two XA elements plus one Super ED and two ED elements minimize aberrations and fringing.
Nano AR Coating II + Fluorine
Suppresses flare/ghosting and repels moisture, oils, and fingerprints for easier cleaning.
XD Linear Motor AF
Dual XD motors deliver quick, quiet, and precise autofocus with excellent tracking.
Internal Focusing
Maintains length and handling balance; responsive MF with Linear Response feel.
Aperture Ring with De‑Click
Smooth, silent aperture control for video; lockable “A” position for auto modes.
Rounded 9‑Blade Diaphragm
Produces smooth, circular bokeh with natural highlight rendering.
Rear Gel Filter Holder
Accepts cut gels; template included. Integrated petal hood reduces stray light.
Dust & Moisture Resistant
Sealed construction with rubberized control rings for confident field use.
Excels in Low‑Light & Nightscapes
The rare f/1.8 aperture for a 14mm lens supports lower ISOs and faster shutter speeds for astrophotography and timelapse. High‑curvature XA elements are tuned to minimize sagittal flare, keeping stars and point light sources crisp when shooting wide open.
Fast & Precise Focusing
Dual XD Linear Motors provide quick, quiet AF and reliable subject tracking. Internal focusing preserves overall length and balance. A close 9.8" / 25 cm minimum focus enables dramatic foreground‑emphasis compositions even with the ultra‑wide field of view.
Technical Specifications
Sony E‑Mount • Full‑Frame coverage
14mm • Angle of View: 114°
Max f/1.8 • Min f/16 • 9 rounded blades • Aperture ring with de‑click & “A” lock
14 elements in 11 groups • Includes 2 XA, 1 Super ED, 2 ED, 1 aspherical
Nano AR Coating II • Fluorine front & rear elements
Autofocus • XD Linear Motor system • Internal focusing • AF/MF switch • Focus hold button
9.8" / 25 cm • 0.1× (1:10)
No optical stabilization (uses in‑body IS where available)
Rear gel filter holder (template included) • Integrated petal hood
Ø 3.3 × L 3.9 in (Ø 83 × L 99.8 mm) • 1 lb (460 g)
Black • Dust & moisture‑resistant construction • Rubberized rings
Box: 8.2 × 5.3 × 5.1 in • Package weight: 1.94 lb
Ideal For:
Landscape and cityscape shooters, architectural and interior specialists, astrophotographers and timelapse creators, and any creator who needs an ultra‑wide perspective with top‑tier sharpness and a fast f/1.8 aperture in a compact build.
Pro Notes
- For night sky work, stop down slightly (f/2–f/2.8) if you need maximum corner crispness; sagittal flare is already well‑controlled at f/1.8.
- Use cut gel ND or diffusion in the rear holder when front filters are impractical due to the convex front element and built‑in hood.
- The focus hold button can be customized for AF‑ON, Eye AF, or other camera functions depending on body.