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Sony E 30mm f/3.5 Macro Autofocus APS-C Lens

Sony E Lens

Sony E 30mm f/3.5 Macro Autofocus APS-C Lens

Sony E 30mm f/3.5 Macro Autofocus APS-C Lens for E-Mount is a Sony E mount prime in the 30mm range. It is a practical candidate for everyday documentary, travel and general-purpose photography. Its fixed 30mm view favors photographers happy to compose by changing camera position rather than zooming. Used buyers should compare the exact version, camera compatibility and included accessories rather than relying on price alone.

Recently listed KEH price starts at$162.00
Good starting useEveryday shooting within its focal-length range
Before you buyConfirm autofocus, stabilization, condition, accessories and camera-specific compatibility before buying.

Used buying analysis

Catalog mount: Sony E mount. Verify camera-model compatibility and the correct format coverage before purchasing. A similarly named optic for a different mount is not an equivalent offer. The listing identifies an APS-C or smaller-format system or design; check image coverage on your particular camera before assuming full-frame operation.

The lowest currently listed KEH option is $162.00 in Excellent Plus condition. Compare this grade against the other copies below: paying more can be worthwhile when the condition, included accessories, and return terms justify it.

Compare the condition-price tradeoff: the lowest KEH listing is $162.00 (Excellent Plus), while another listed grade is $170.00 (Like New Minus)—a $8.00 difference. Check the retailer's actual cosmetic notes and included accessories before deciding whether the premium is justified.

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Camera systemSony E
MountSony E
BrandSony
Sensor coverageAPS-C
Maximum aperturef/3.5
Inventory status2 recently listed

Camera compatibility

Cameras currently matched to this lens.

This lens has broad coverage across the published camera guides currently mapped through the site’s native compatibility data. Sensor coverage, crop behavior, autofocus, stabilization and firmware support can still vary by exact camera-and-lens combination.

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Used-market snapshot

What the current inventory says.

Current inventory provides a small set of KEH condition listings to compare with the tracked price history. Compatibility is mapped to multiple published camera guides. These are inventory and compatibility signals, not a hands-on lens rating.

Current price range

Used copies currently start at $162.00 and reach $170.00.

Inventory depth

We currently track 2 KEH condition listings.

Recent tracked entry price

Across the latest 8 observations, the lowest available price has ranged from $162.00 to $162.00.

Today's lowest tracked price is within about 1% of the lowest entry price in the recent observations shown here. Used prices can change as individual condition grades sell through.

Use the matched camera guides above and verify compatibility before buying. For condition decisions, see our used-lens buying guide.

Editorial buying guidance

Who this lens is most likely to serve well.

Research-based editorial assessment

Prepared byMirrorless Lens World Editorial TeamPublished October 15, 2026

This assessment uses product specifications, compatibility data, current used-market inventory and editorial research. It is not presented as a hands-on laboratory test unless explicitly stated.

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Best for

  • Photographers using a compatible Sony E mount body who need everyday documentary, travel and general-purpose photography
  • Photographers who prefer a fixed 30mm perspective
  • Shoppers willing to compare 3 currently active used offers by condition and total cost

Why it stands out

  • Its fixed 30mm view favors photographers happy to compose by changing camera position rather than zooming.
  • The catalog currently records 3 active used listings, making differences in stated grade and included accessories worth checking.
  • Check the maximum aperture stated for this exact model against the light levels and shutter speeds you usually need; stabilization, where fitted, does not freeze moving subjects.

Things to consider

  • Confirm the exact Sony E 30mm f/3.5 Macro Autofocus APS-C Lens for E-Mount designation: similar focal lengths and apertures can belong to different mounts, generations or product lines.
  • The listing identifies an APS-C or smaller-format system or design; check image coverage on your particular camera before assuming full-frame operation.
  • A prime cannot substitute for a zoom when you cannot change shooting distance, while a zoom can trade portability for flexibility.

Compatibility notes

Catalog mount: Sony E mount. Verify camera-model compatibility and the correct format coverage before purchasing. A similarly named optic for a different mount is not an equivalent offer. The listing identifies an APS-C or smaller-format system or design; check image coverage on your particular camera before assuming full-frame operation.

Choosing a used condition

Compare all 3 active listings for this exact 30mm lens by glass condition, mechanical operation, autofocus or manual focus as applicable, mount contacts, included hood/caps, return policy and total delivered price. Ask for detail photographs where the seller grade leaves uncertainty.

Recently imported KEH inventory

Compare condition grades.

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ConditionIncluded detailsRecently listed priceRetailer
Like New MinusGrade LN-With Caps and Hood$170.00View at KEH ↗
Excellent PlusGrade EX+With Caps and Hood$162.00View at KEH ↗

Tracked used-price history

Oct 20, 2026$162.002 offers
Oct 21, 2026$162.002 offers
Oct 22, 2026$162.002 offers
Oct 23, 2026$162.002 offers
Oct 24, 2026$162.002 offers
Oct 25, 2026$162.002 offers
Oct 26, 2026$162.002 offers
Oct 27, 2026$162.002 offers

The lowest tracked asking price stayed unchanged across the recent observations shown above. Individual used copies can move the range quickly as condition grades sell through.

Retailer-supplied product details

Additional listing information

Sony E 30mm f/3.5 OSS lens is designed to offer versatile, high-performance macro capabilities with a true 1:1 macro ratio. The internal focusing lens employs Optical SteadyShot to counteract blur caused by camera shake during hand-help shooting.

The E lens has a unique lens design, found in all α lenses, that keeps the aperture almost perfectly circular from it wide-open setting to when it is closed by 2 stops for a more smoother natural defocusing result. Incorporating three aspherical and one extra dispersion lens elements to reduce spherical aberration and chromatic aberration to deliver superior contrast and quality across the entire image field.

This section summarizes retailer-supplied listing text. Confirm specifications, condition and included accessories on the retailer page before purchasing.

Editorial method

Automated catalog-derived buying orientation from verified product-family name, focal metadata, mount classification, current offer count and observed inventory. Not a hands-on review; model-specific feature claims beyond catalog identifiers require independent verification.

Last editorial update: Oct 15, 2026