The E-mount Lineup

And from the review it seemed he used some kind of "wide" AF setting since it focussed on the background rather than the subject. Low light can indeed be a problem but if you use the center spot and put that on the subject it's nearly impossible for the camera/lens to focus on the background. So it's also a question to know your camera and optimise the settings for your specific use case.

I can't test it for you anymore, I gave the lens away to a cousin of my wife after I got the the CZ 55/1.8 but I mainly use that on FF while my NEX6 and A6000 are mainly used with my WA zoom (10-18).

My E-mount lineup isn't very big.

Camera is an A7R.

Lenses are:

FE 20mm F1.8 G
Vario-Tessar T* FE 16–35 mm F4 ZA OSS
Sonnar FE 55mm F1.8 ZA
FE 24–105 mm F4 G OSS
FE 24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS

The FE 55mm F1.8 ZA was the first lens I bought when I bought the A7R. As far as I'm concerned, the build is very good, nice a solid. I haven't had any issues with any of mechanics of the lens. It focuses quickly and quietly on my A7R.

Raabje wrote: hello forum, can I ask a question here about the Sony Zeiss 55mm f/1.8? I see it shows up in a some line ups. I read here and there the construction is weak, something with the gears inside. Is this true or exaggerated?

Anything and everything can break! And nothing is perfect! Don't spend too much time reading those posts online. That can result in too much "brain damage"! Mine is 10 years old and going strong, but I don't have time to take photos of brick walls and such! Just make sure if you are buying a used lens that the seller will guarantee it if there is a problem. Buying new has the advantage of a manufactures warranty but of course, probably at a higher price, and the FE 55 1.8 ZA is not one of Sony's lower priced lenses.
Also if you are buying used, always check here on Dyxum for members selling gear. That's probably safer than buying used else where, unless you have a local camera store that is selling used gear and can guarantee your purchase. In any case I've never heard of the FE 55mm f1.8 ZAA being a "dog"! Of course it is true that Sony has greatly improved manufacturing and design and performance of their newer lens since the 55mm f1.8 was first introduced.

Raabje wrote: Okay, thanks all for the advice. I have seen a used (mint) 55 f/1.8 lens in a camera shop with waranty and a good price. So I think a little bit more about it, might do it to make my transition form A mount to E mount complete (if that ever would be possible, haha...).

There are several Sony/Zeiss 55/1.8 lenses in Dutch shops at the moment - Cameranu.nl has one for €499,- with one year warranty, it is not mint but very good. I paid €499,- for mine as well.

Mine works fine, it is really nice on full frame. It probably is as nice on crop (as I said elsewhere I use a Sony 50/1.8 OSS on crop). You will enjoy it!

The Sigma 56/1.4 is highly regarded. You might want to read this comparison between the Sigma 56/1.4, Sony 50/1.8 and Sony/Zeiss 55/1.8: https://mirrorlesscomparison.com/e-mount-lenses/sony-e-50mm-f-1-8-vs-sigma-56mm-f-1-4-vs-sony-fe-55mm-f-1-8/

If you're open for third party lenses, the Viltrox 56/1.4 might be an option as well.

The update is that I just ordered a used Sigma 56mm. When it is delivered in a few days, my line up with Nex-6 will be Sony Zeiss 24mm f/1.8, Samyang 35mm f/2.8 and the Sigma 56mm f/1.4. There is some room for improvement or expansion but I think I have a solid base here. The Sigma 17mm looks interesting.