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TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 vs Viltrox 56mm f/1.4

Both are Sony E prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Viltrox 56mm f/1.4 if

  • You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/1.8)
  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.6 m vs 0.8 m

Spec differences

6 differences
Specifications that differ between the TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 and the Viltrox 56mm f/1.4
TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 Viltrox 56mm f/1.4
Brand
TTArtisan
Viltrox
Max aperture
f/1.8
f/1.4 ⅔ stop faster
Length
not listed
72 mm
Diameter
not listed
65 mm
Min focus distance
0.8 m
0.6 m closer
Max magnification
not listed
0.1×
9 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, filter thread, aperture blades, optical design, autofocus motor, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Sony E both
Type
Prime both
Format
APS-C both
Focal length
56mm both
Filter thread
52 mm both
Aperture blades
9 both
Optical design
10 elements / 9 groups both
Autofocus motor
STM both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8

TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8: a fast standard prime lens with a 56mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Sony E mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

Our notes

Viltrox 56mm f/1.4

The Viltrox 56mm f/1.4 is a fast standard prime lens covering 56mm at f/1.4 for Sony E mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

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