7artisans 35mm f/5.6 vs AF 35mm f/1.8
Both are Leica L prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the 35mm f/5.6 if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Pick the AF 35mm f/1.8 if
- You need 3⅓ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/5.6)
Spec differences
3 differences| 35mm f/5.6 | AF 35mm f/1.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Max aperture |
f/5.6
|
f/1.8
3⅓ stops faster
|
| Optical design |
5 elements / 4 groups
|
not listed
|
| Autofocus motor |
Manual focus
|
not listed
|
6 identical specs hidden: brand, mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Brand
- 7artisans both
- Mount
- Leica L both
- Type
- Prime both
- Format
- Full frame both
- Focal length
- 35mm both
- Image stabilization
- No both
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