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Sony FE 28mm F2 vs Brightin Star 28mm f/2.8

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

Pick the Sony FE 28mm F2 if

  • You need 1 stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.8)
  • Our notes say it suits: Street, travel, casual wide shots

Pick the Brightin Star 28mm f/2.8 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

12 differences
Specifications that differ between the Sony FE 28mm F2 and the Brightin Star 28mm f/2.8
Sony FE 28mm F2 Brightin Star 28mm f/2.8
Brand
Sony
Brightin Star
Format
Full frame
not listed
Max aperture
f/2 1 stop faster
f/2.8
Weight
200 g
not listed
Length
64 mm
not listed
Diameter
60 mm
not listed
Filter thread
49 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.25 m
not listed
Max magnification
0.16×
not listed
Aperture blades
not listed
10
Autofocus motor
not listed
Manual focus
Released
2015
not listed
4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Sony E both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
28mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Sony FE 28mm F2

A lightweight 28mm prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/2 aperture. Sony offered optional fisheye and ultra-wide converters for it.

Pros

  • Small and light at about 200 g
  • f/2 aperture
  • Optional wide converters available

Cons

  • Sharpness is modest wide open
  • No stabilization

Our notes

Brightin Star 28mm f/2.8

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