SUMMARY
The 7Artisans 135mm f/1.8 lens for L-Mount offers surprising premium performance at a sub-$1,000 price point, making the 135mm focal length more accessible. Tested on Lumix S1II, it provides excellent sharpness wide open, pleasing swirly bokeh, and minimal chromatic aberration. The lens also features unique flaring capabilities, a 12-point starburst effect, and a close minimum focusing distance. Its build includes metal construction, a manual aperture ring, and a USB-C port for firmware updates, with weather-sealing at the mount.
TAKEAWAYS
7Artisans 135mm f/1.8 L-Mount lens offers premium quality for under $1,000.
Features sharp performance, swirly bokeh, minimal chromatic aberration, and unique flaring.
Includes manual aperture ring, focus mode switch, function button, and USB-C port for firmware.
Competes with larger, more expensive lenses like the Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG DN Art.