Sony DT 35mm f/1.8 SAM (SAL35F18) vs Minolta AF 35mm f/2
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Minolta
AF 35mm f/2
Verdict at a glance
- Sony DT 35mm f/1.8 SAM (SAL35F18) is faster by 0.3 stops (f/1.8 vs f/2.0), letting in more light.
- Sony DT 35mm f/1.8 SAM (SAL35F18) is lighter by 70g.
- Sony DT 35mm f/1.8 SAM (SAL35F18) is the newer design (2010 vs 1987).
| Spec | DT 35mm f/1.8 SAM (SAL35F18) | AF 35mm f/2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Minolta |
| Mount | Sony A | Sony A |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 (faster) | f/2.0 |
| Released | 2010 | 1987 |
| Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Format | aps-c | full-frame |
| Groups | 5 | 6 |
| Af motor | SAM | screw-drive |
| Elements | 6 | 7 |
| Weight g | 170 (lighter) | 240 |
| Filter mm | 55 | 55 |
| Length mm | 52.0 | 48.0 |
| Min focus m | 0.23 (closer focusing) | 0.3 |
| Max magnification | 0.25 | 0.17 |
Sony DT 35mm f/1.8 SAM (SAL35F18)
A fast APS-C normal prime for A-mount with an f/1.8 aperture. At about 170 g with a 55mm filter size, it is a very small lens.
Pros
- Fast f/1.8 aperture
- Light at about 170 g
- Close focus of 0.23 m
- SAM autofocus
Cons
- APS-C only
- Plastic build
- 7-bladed aperture gives less rounded highlights when stopped down
Minolta AF 35mm f/2
Minolta AF 35mm f/2: a fast wide-angle prime lens with a 35mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2, made for Sony A mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.