Sony DT 35mm f/1.8 SAM (SAL35F18) vs Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/2 ZE
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
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.
| Spec | DT 35mm f/1.8 SAM (SAL35F18) | Distagon T* 35mm f/2 ZE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Zeiss |
| Mount | Sony A | Sony A |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 (faster) | f/2.0 |
| Released | 2010 | n/a |
| Blades | 7 | n/a |
| Format | aps-c | n/a |
| Groups | 5 | n/a |
| Af motor | SAM | n/a |
| Elements | 6 | n/a |
| Weight g | 170 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 55 | n/a |
| Length mm | 52.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.23 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.25 | n/a |
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
Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/2 ZE
A 35mm f/2 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/2 ZE is designed for Sony A mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.