APO-LANTHAR 35mm F2 Aspherical (Sony E) Rental in Japan

Product Summary:

Discover the perfect balance of wide-angle perspective and premium optical quality on your Japan trip with the APO-LANTHAR 35mm F2 Aspherical. This semi-wide-angle manual focus prime lens for Sony E-mount cameras is defined by its apochromatic design, which ensures near-perfect color correction, sharpness, and contrast.

Extremely compact and lightweight (352g), the lens is ideal for street photography, environmental portraits, and documentary work, offering a fast F2 aperture and a precise, tactile shooting experience.

Quick Highlights:

• Apochromatic (APO) optical design for extreme color fidelity and high resolution.
• Classic 35mm focal length offers a versatile, natural, wide-angle perspective.
• Manual Focus (MF) lens for precise control and robust, high-quality feel.
• Extremely compact and lightweight for a full-frame lens (352g).
• 12 aperture blades create beautiful, smooth bokeh effects.
• Features an aperture click switching mechanism (de-click) for video shooters.

Product Details / Description:

The APO-LANTHAR 35mm F2 is a reference lens for photographers who demand uncompromising image quality from a compact body. Its versatile 35mm focal length is a favorite for capturing Japan’s bustling street life, traditional interiors, and environmental scenes with a natural field of view.

About the Product

The advanced optical formula features 11 elements in 9 groups, employing an apochromatic design to eliminate color fringing and chromatic aberrations. This results in images that possess exceptional detail, clarity, and true-to-life color reproduction, particularly critical when shooting high-contrast subjects.

With a fast F2 aperture, the lens performs well in challenging low-light conditions. Although it is a manual focus lens, it includes electronic contacts to communicate crucial EXIF data and support the 5-axis In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) found in most Sony camera bodies. The 12-blade circular aperture guarantees smooth and appealing out-of-focus areas (bokeh). Its minimum focusing distance of 0.35m allows for compelling close-up shots with excellent background separation.

Key Features

• Apochromatic correction for unparalleled color accuracy and contrast.
• Compact and portable, weighing just 352g.
• Supports camera body 5-axis image stabilization.
• Close minimum focusing distance of 0.35m.
• Aperture ring includes a de-click switch for professional video use.

Technical Specifications

What’s in the box (Included Items):

• APO-LANTHAR 35mm F2 Aspherical (Sony E) Lens
• Lens Hood
• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap
• Protection Filter
• Padded Carrying Case

Where This Product Can Be Used:

• Street and documentary photography, capturing the atmosphere of Japanese cities.
• Environmental portraits that show the subject within their surroundings.
• Low-light shooting in bars, restaurants, and atmospheric locations.
• Capturing architecture and interiors with a semi-wide view.
• Cinematic video production requiring silent, accurate manual focus.

Why Tourists Rent From Us

• English-speaking customer support for easy communication.
• Accept foreign credit cards for convenient booking.
• No Japanese phone number required for account setup.
• Offer hotel and Airbnb delivery across Japan.
• Easy return process tailored for travelers.

Book with Jasumo:

If you are ready to rent this product, you can contact us with the Product Name, the Rental start date and end date, your delivery Location, and other important details you want to share. After we get a request from you, our team will start communicating with you as soon as possible.

Faqs:

Why is the 35mm focal length popular for travel and street photography?

The 35mm focal length is often called a “semi-wide-angle.” It captures a field of view very similar to natural human sight, making images feel immersive and contextual. It is wide enough for architecture but tight enough for intimate environmental portraits, making it highly versatile for documenting travel.

What benefit does the “Aspherical” and “APO-LANTHAR” designation provide?

“Aspherical” elements correct distortion and improve sharpness, especially wide open. “APO-LANTHAR” refers to the apochromatic optical design, which ensures color wavelengths converge at the same point, resulting in images virtually free of color fringing and providing exceptional contrast and resolution.

How easy is it to use the manual focus with the 0.35m minimum focusing distance?

With Sony’s Focus Peaking and Magnification features, manual focus is precise. The short 0.35m minimum focus distance is great because it allows you to get very close to a foreground subject (like food or detail) while the wide 35mm perspective still captures the background context, creating a dynamic composition.

Does the aperture click switching mechanism only benefit videographers?

Primarily, yes. It allows videographers to “de-click” the aperture for smooth, silent exposure adjustments during filming. However, some still photographers also prefer the de-clicked mode for the ability to select intermediate aperture values precisely, offering finer exposure control.

Since this lens is so light, how is the build quality?

Despite weighing only 352g, APO-LANTHAR lenses are typically built with high-quality, durable metal components. They are known for their robust, tactile construction, providing a premium feel that ensures precision and longevity, appealing to those who value mechanical quality.