Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS vs Voigtlander Color-Skopar 35mm f/2.5

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

Sony · 2012

E 35mm F1.8 OSS

f/1.8154 g

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Voigtlander

Pick the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS if

You need 1 stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/2.5)
Our notes say it suits: Everyday and travel photography, low-light handheld shots, street and vlog use on APS-C

Pick the Voigtlander Color-Skopar 35mm f/2.5 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

11 differences

Specifications that differ between the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS and the Voigtlander Color-Skopar 35mm f/2.5
	Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS	Voigtlander Color-Skopar 35mm f/2.5
Brand	Sony	Voigtlander
Format	APS-C	not listed
Max aperture	f/1.8 1 stop faster	f/2.5
Weight	154 g	not listed
Length	45 mm	not listed
Diameter	63 mm	not listed
Filter thread	49 mm	not listed
Min focus distance	0.3 m	not listed
Max magnification	0.15×	not listed
Image stabilization	Yes	not listed
Released	2012	not listed

3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length. Show all

Mount: Sony E both
Type: Prime both
Focal length: 35mm both

Our notes

Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS

A stabilized APS-C 35mm prime for E-mount, light at about 154 g with a 49mm filter size. It focuses as close as 0.3 m.

Pros

Optical SteadyShot
Fast f/1.8 aperture
Very light at 154 g
Compact

Cons

APS-C only
Not weather sealed
Plastic-and-metal build that is basic by prime standards

Our notes

Voigtlander Color-Skopar 35mm f/2.5

Voigtlander Color-Skopar 35mm f/2.5: a wide-angle prime lens with a 35mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.5, made for Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.