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Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G vs TTArtisan 50mm f/2

Both are Sony E prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G if

  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.31 m vs 0.5 m
  • Our notes say it suits: Travel, street, everyday carry

Pick the TTArtisan 50mm f/2 if

  • You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.5)

Spec differences

12 differences
Specifications that differ between the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G and the TTArtisan 50mm f/2
Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G TTArtisan 50mm f/2
Brand
Sony
TTArtisan
Max aperture
f/2.5
f/2 ⅔ stop faster
Weight
174 g
not listed
Length
45 mm
not listed
Diameter
68 mm
not listed
Filter thread
49 mm
43 mm
Min focus distance
0.31 m closer
0.5 m
Max magnification
0.21×
not listed
Aperture blades
not listed
10
Optical design
not listed
6 elements / 5 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
Manual focus
Released
2021
not listed
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Mount
Sony E both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
50mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G

Compact 50mm prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/2.5 aperture and an aperture ring. It weighs about 174 g and matches Sony's compact G prime line.

Pros

  • Small and light
  • Aperture ring
  • Close focus to 0.31 m

Cons

  • f/2.5 limits shallow depth of field
  • Not the brightest option

Our notes

TTArtisan 50mm f/2

A 50mm f/2 fast standard prime lens, the TTArtisan 50mm f/2 is designed for Sony E mount bodies. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

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