Rollei AF 85mm F1,8 Sony FE

I was worried autofocus might be sluggish on a third-party lens, but it locks onto my subject's eye instantly in most lighting. The weight is just right for a full day of shooting portraits around the city.

The bokeh on this lens is buttery smooth, making my portrait sessions feel more authentic and less technical. Autofocus locks onto eyes quickly on my α7 IV, even in lower light.

Even for candid street portraits, the autofocus locks on quickly and stays silent, which surprised me given the price point on this 85mm. Skin tones look natural and creamy without any harsh editing needed. I’ve been getting compliments on the shallow depth of field right out of camera.