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Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 vs TTArtisan 50mm f/2

Both are Sony E prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 if

  • You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/2)
  • Our notes say it suits: Beginner portrait work, low-light shooting, everyday carry

Pick the TTArtisan 50mm f/2 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

12 differences
Specifications that differ between the Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 and the TTArtisan 50mm f/2
Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 TTArtisan 50mm f/2
Brand
Sony
TTArtisan
Max aperture
f/1.8 ⅓ stop faster
f/2
Weight
186 g
not listed
Length
59.5 mm
not listed
Diameter
68.6 mm
not listed
Filter thread
49 mm
43 mm
Min focus distance
0.45 m closer
0.5 m
Max magnification
0.14×
not listed
Aperture blades
not listed
10
Optical design
not listed
6 elements / 5 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
Manual focus
Released
2016
not listed
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Mount
Sony E both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
50mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Sony FE 50mm f/1.8

A lightweight 50mm prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/1.8 aperture. It weighs about 186 g and has no built-in stabilization.

Pros

  • Light at about 186 g
  • Wide f/1.8 aperture
  • Small 49mm filter thread

Cons

  • Autofocus is not the fastest
  • Mostly plastic construction

Our notes

TTArtisan 50mm f/2

A 50mm f/2 fast standard prime lens, the TTArtisan 50mm f/2 is designed for Sony E mount bodies. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

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