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Sony FE 28mm F2 vs Carl Zeiss Distagon 28mm f/2.8 MMJ

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 Carl Zeiss Distagon 28mm f/2.8 MMJ if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Sony FE 28mm F2 and the Carl Zeiss Distagon 28mm f/2.8 MMJ
Sony FE 28mm F2 Carl Zeiss Distagon 28mm f/2.8 MMJ
Brand
Sony
Carl Zeiss
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
Image stabilization
No
not listed
Released
2015
not listed
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Mount
Sony E both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
28mm 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

Carl Zeiss Distagon 28mm f/2.8 MMJ

A 28mm f/2.8 wide-angle prime lens, the Carl Zeiss Distagon 28mm f/2.8 MMJ is designed for Sony E mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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