Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G vs Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2 SL IIS Aspherical
Both are Sony E prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G if
- Our notes say it suits: Street photography, everyday carry, travel
Pick the Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2 SL IIS Aspherical if
- You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.5)
Spec differences
12 differences| Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G | Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2 SL IIS Aspherical | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sony
|
Voigtlander
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
not listed
|
| Max aperture |
f/2.5
|
f/2
⅔ stop faster
|
| Weight |
173 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
45 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
68 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
49 mm
|
52 mm
|
| Max magnification |
0.23×
|
not listed
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
9
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
6 elements / 5 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
Manual focus
|
| Released |
2021
|
not listed
|
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, min focus distance, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Prime both
- Focal length
- 40mm both
- Min focus distance
- 0.25 m 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
Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2 SL IIS Aspherical
The Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2 SL IIS Aspherical is a fast standard prime lens covering 40mm at f/2 for Sony E mount cameras, with aspherical elements. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.
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