Quick answer
The TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 is a standard prime lens covering 56mm at f/1.8 for the Sony E mount. Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
About this lens
TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8: a fast standard prime lens with a 56mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Sony E mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.
TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 specifications
- Brand
- TTArtisan
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 56mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Optical construction
- 10 elements in 9 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.8 m
- Filter thread
- 52 mm
Specification source: ttartisan.com
What can you shoot with the TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8?
At 56mm this is a standard prime, which typically suits:
- Everyday and street photography
- Natural-perspective portraits
- Documentary and travel work
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 84mm | 24.2° | 28.9° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 use?
It uses the Sony E mount, so it fits Sony E cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8?
It is a fixed 56mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.8. That makes it a standard lens.
Is the TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 56mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/1.8.
What is the TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 84mm on full frame, with a 24.2° horizontal and 28.9° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 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.
