Carl Zeiss E 25mm f/2 vs Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4

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

Carl Zeiss

E 25mm f/2

f/2335 g

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Zeiss

Loxia 25mm f/2.4

f/2.4393 gMF

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Pick the Carl Zeiss E 25mm f/2 if

You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.4)
You want the lighter lens to carry: 58 g lighter (335 g vs 393 g)
You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.2 m vs 0.25 m
You want bigger close-ups: 0.19× vs 0.16× maximum magnification

Pick the Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

9 differences

Specifications that differ between the Carl Zeiss E 25mm f/2 and the Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4
	Carl Zeiss E 25mm f/2	Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4
Brand	Carl Zeiss	Zeiss
Max aperture	f/2 ½ stop faster	f/2.4
Weight	335 g lighter	393 g
Length	78 mm	75 mm shorter
Diameter	81 mm	62 mm slimmer
Filter thread	67 mm	52 mm
Min focus distance	0.2 m closer	0.25 m
Max magnification	0.19× larger	0.16×
Autofocus motor	not listed	Manual focus

6 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, optical design, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Sony E both
Type: Prime both
Format: Full frame both
Focal length: 25mm both
Optical design: 10 elements / 8 groups both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Carl Zeiss E 25mm f/2

A 25mm f/2 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Carl Zeiss E 25mm f/2 is designed for Sony E mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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