Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS vs Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZE
Both are Sony E prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS if
- You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/2)
- Our notes say it suits: Portraits on APS-C, indoor events, subject separation in low light
Pick the Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZE if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
11 differences| Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS | Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZE | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sony
|
Zeiss
|
| Format |
APS-C
|
not listed
|
| Max aperture |
f/1.8
⅓ stop faster
|
f/2
|
| Weight |
202 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
62 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
62 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
49 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
0.39 m
|
not listed
|
| Max magnification |
0.16×
|
not listed
|
| Image stabilization |
Yes
|
not listed
|
| Released |
2011
|
not listed
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3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Prime both
- Focal length
- 50mm both
Our notes
Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS
A stabilized APS-C short telephoto for E-mount, with a fast f/1.8 aperture. It weighs about 202 g and has a 49mm filter thread.
Pros
- Optical SteadyShot
- Fast f/1.8 aperture
- Light at 202 g
- Close focus of 0.39 m
Cons
- APS-C only
- Plastic build
- Soft wide open at f/1.8
Our notes
Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZE
A 50mm f/2 fast standard prime lens, the Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZE is designed for Sony E mount bodies. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.
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