Quick answer
The 7artisans 55mm f/1.4 is a standard prime lens covering 55mm at f/1.4 for the Sony E mount. Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
About this lens
The 7artisans 55mm f/1.4 is a fast standard prime lens covering 55mm at f/1.4 for Sony E mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.
7artisans 55mm f/1.4 specifications
What can you shoot with the 7artisans 55mm f/1.4?
At 55mm this is a standard prime, which typically suits:
- Everyday and street photography
- Natural-perspective portraits
- Documentary and travel work
Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 55mm | 36.2° | 42.9° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 83mm | 24.6° | 29.4° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the 7artisans 55mm f/1.4 use?
It uses the Sony E mount, so it fits Sony E cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the 7artisans 55mm f/1.4?
It is a fixed 55mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.4. That makes it a standard lens.
Is the 7artisans 55mm f/1.4 a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 55mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/1.4.
What is the 7artisans 55mm f/1.4 equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 83mm on full frame, with a 24.6° horizontal and 29.4° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the 7artisans 55mm f/1.4 fit?
Any Sony E-mount camera, including Sony A1, Sony A3000, Sony A5000, Sony A5100, and Sony A6000 and 28 more.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
