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View warranty terms and conditionsDiscover the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 lens for Sony FE mount, a second-hand lens that brings a unique character to your portraits. Its aesthetic, inspired by mid-20th-century photography, offers characteristic softness and glow, ideal for creating images with a nostalgic and artistic air. With a maximum aperture of f/1.8 and a minimum of f/16, you can control the level of softness: from a dreamy and ethereal effect to more defined sharpness when stopping down the aperture.
This lens, manufactured by Lensbaby, weighs 530 grams, has a filter diameter of 67 mm, and a minimum focusing distance of 0.24 meters, allowing you to get close to your subject to capture details. Its construction includes 12 aperture blades that contribute to a smooth and creamy bokeh. As a second-hand product, it has been inspected and comes with the Camera Market warranty (6, 12, or 24 months), ensuring its operation. Perfect for photographers looking for a lens with personality for portraits, weddings, or creative photography.
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Discover the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 lens for Sony FE mount, a second-hand lens that brings a unique character to your portraits. Its aesthetic, inspired by mid-20th-century photography, offers characteristic softness and glow, ideal for creating images with a nostalgic and artistic air. With a maximum aperture of f/1.8 and a minimum of f/16, you can control the level of softness: from a dreamy and ethereal effect to more defined sharpness when stopping down the aperture.
This lens, manufactured by Lensbaby, weighs 530 grams, has a filter diameter of 67 mm, and a minimum focusing distance of 0.24 meters, allowing you to get close to your subject to capture details. Its construction includes 12 aperture blades that contribute to a smooth and creamy bokeh. As a second-hand product, it has been inspected and comes with the Camera Market warranty (6, 12, or 24 months), ensuring its operation. Perfect for photographers looking for a lens with personality for portraits, weddings, or creative photography.
- Vintage aesthetic with controllable softness
- Maximum aperture f/1.8 for low-light portraits
- 12 aperture blades for smooth bokeh
- Minimum focusing distance of 0.24 m
- Sony E (FE) mount
- Camera Market warranty of 6/12/24 months
What type of photography is this lens suitable for?
The Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 is especially designed for portraits, as it produces a flattering softness that blurs skin imperfections. It is also ideal for creative photography, weddings, or any scene where an artistic and vintage look is sought.
How is the softness effect controlled?
The softness effect is controlled through the aperture. At f/1.8, the lens offers a very soft and dreamy look. When stopping down the aperture (for example, to f/4 or f/8), the image becomes sharper and more defined, allowing a range of styles from soft to crisp.
Is it compatible with my Sony camera?
This lens has a Sony E (FE) mount, so it is compatible with Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras and also with APS-C cameras (on the latter, the angle of view will be equivalent to about 127.5 mm).
What does the Camera Market warranty include?
As a second-hand product, it includes a 6, 12, or 24-month warranty (depending on the chosen option) that covers any functional defects. Additionally, the lens has been inspected and verified by our technical team to ensure its proper condition.
What type of photography is this lens suitable for?
The Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 is especially designed for portraits, as it produces a flattering softness that blurs skin imperfections. It is also ideal for creative photography, weddings, or any scene where an artistic and vintage look is sought.
How is the softness effect controlled?
The softness effect is controlled through the aperture. At f/1.8, the lens offers a very soft and dreamy look. When stopping down the aperture (for example, to f/4 or f/8), the image becomes sharper and more defined, allowing a range of styles from soft to crisp.
Is it compatible with my Sony camera?
This lens has a Sony E (FE) mount, so it is compatible with Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras and also with APS-C cameras (on the latter, the angle of view will be equivalent to about 127.5 mm).
What does the Camera Market warranty include?
As a second-hand product, it includes a 6, 12, or 24-month warranty (depending on the chosen option) that covers any functional defects. Additionally, the lens has been inspected and verified by our technical team to ensure its proper condition.
Full condition scale
Each unit is inspected at 28 points and graded honestly. Here's how we translate each level so you know what to expect:
Barely any signs of use. Almost flawless aesthetics and perfect operation.
Light marks from normal use. Optically clean and fully functional.
Visible signs of use (scuffs, marks, brassing). Works perfectly.
Not guaranteed for use: sold for parts or repair.
Why buy used?
Depreciation is already absorbed: the same gear for much less than new.
Many classics and discontinued gems only exist today on the used market.
28-point inspection and 6-month warranty included on every unit.
Extending the life of a camera avoids manufacturing and transporting a new one.
