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Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G vs Voigtlander Color-Skopar 20mm f/3.5 SL II

Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.

Verdict at a glance

  • Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G is faster by 1.9 stops (f/1.8 vs f/3.5), letting in more light.
Specification comparison
Spec FE 20mm F1.8 G Color-Skopar 20mm f/3.5 SL II
Brand Sony Voigtlander
Mount Sony E Sony E
Type Prime Prime
Focal length 20mm 20mm
Max aperture f/1.8 (faster) f/3.5
Released 2020 n/a
Format full-frame n/a
Weight g 373.0 n/a
Filter mm 67 n/a
Length mm 84.7 n/a
Diameter mm 73.5 n/a
Min focus m 0.18 n/a
Max magnification 0.22 n/a

Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G

A compact wide-angle prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/1.8 aperture and an aperture ring. It weighs about 373 g and suits landscapes, astro and interiors.

Pros

  • f/1.8 in a compact body
  • Aperture ring
  • Close focus to 0.18 m

Cons

  • Visible vignetting wide open
  • Wide angle exaggerates perspective

Voigtlander Color-Skopar 20mm f/3.5 SL II

Voigtlander Color-Skopar 20mm f/3.5 SL II: a wide-angle prime lens with a 20mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.5, made for Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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