Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM vs Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB
Both are Sony E prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM if
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.25 m vs 0.34 m
- You want bigger close-ups: 0.26× vs 0.17× maximum magnification
- You want a compact lens: 96 mm vs 121.8 mm long
- Our notes say it suits: Documentary and street, wedding photography, video work
Pick the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB if
- You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.2 vs f/1.4)
Spec differences
12 differences| Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM | Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sony
|
Viltrox
|
| Max aperture |
f/1.4
|
f/1.2
½ stop faster
|
| Weight |
524 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
96 mm
shorter
|
121.8 mm
|
| Diameter |
76 mm
slimmer
|
89.2 mm
|
| Filter thread |
67 mm
|
77 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.25 m
closer
|
0.34 m
|
| Max magnification |
0.26×
larger
|
0.17×
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
11
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
15 elements / 10 groups
|
| Weather sealing |
not listed
|
Yes
|
| Released |
2021
|
not listed
|
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Prime both
- Format
- Full frame both
- Focal length
- 35mm both
- Image stabilization
- No both
Our notes
Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM
A G Master 35mm prime for E-mount with an f/1.4 aperture, an aperture ring and linear-motor autofocus. It has a dust and moisture resistant design.
Pros
- Sharp across the frame
- Fast, quiet autofocus
- Aperture ring with click switch
Cons
- Larger than f/1.8 35mm primes
- Heavier at about 524 g
Our notes
Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB
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