Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS vs 7artisans 35mm f/1.4 APS-C (manual)

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

Sony · 2012

E 35mm F1.8 OSS

f/1.8154 g

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7artisans

35mm f/1.4 APS-C (manual)

f/1.4MF

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Pick the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS if

You shoot handheld in dim light or video: it has optical image stabilization and the 7artisans 35mm f/1.4 APS-C (manual) does not
You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.3 m vs 0.35 m
Our notes say it suits: Everyday and travel photography, low-light handheld shots, street and vlog use on APS-C

Pick the 7artisans 35mm f/1.4 APS-C (manual) if

You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/1.8)

Spec differences

12 differences

Specifications that differ between the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS and the 7artisans 35mm f/1.4 APS-C (manual)
	Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS	7artisans 35mm f/1.4 APS-C (manual)
Brand	Sony	7artisans
Max aperture	f/1.8	f/1.4 ⅔ stop faster
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 closer	0.35 m
Max magnification	0.15×	not listed
Optical design	not listed	8 elements / 5 groups
Autofocus motor	not listed	Manual focus
Image stabilization	Yes stabilized	No
Released	2012	not listed

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

Mount: Sony E both
Type: Prime both
Format: APS-C 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

7artisans 35mm f/1.4 APS-C (manual)

The 7artisans 35mm f/1.4 APS-C (manual) is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 35mm at f/1.4 for Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.