Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G vs TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Macro
Both are Sony E lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G if
- You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2.5 vs f/2.8)
- You shoot full frame: the TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Macro is made for APS-C
- Our notes say it suits: Street photography, everyday carry, travel
Pick the TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Macro if
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.17 m vs 0.25 m
- You want bigger close-ups: 1× vs 0.23× maximum magnification
Spec differences
14 differences| Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G | TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Macro | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sony
|
TTArtisan
|
| Type |
Prime
|
Macro
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
APS-C
|
| Max aperture |
f/2.5
⅓ stop faster
|
f/2.8
|
| Weight |
173 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
45 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
68 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
49 mm
|
52 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.25 m
|
0.17 m
closer
|
| Max magnification |
0.23×
|
1×
larger
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
11
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
8 elements / 7 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
Manual focus
|
| Released |
2021
|
not listed
|
3 identical specs hidden: mount, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Focal length
- 40mm both
- Image stabilization
- No both
Our notes
Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G
A small G-series prime for full-frame E-mount with a 40mm field of view, an f/2.5 aperture and an aperture ring. It weighs about 173 g.
Pros
- Compact and light
- Useful in-between focal length
- Aperture ring
Cons
- Slower f/2.5 aperture
- Less suited to low light
Our notes
TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Macro
TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Macro: a macro lens with a 40mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.8, made for Sony E mount cameras. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.
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