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E 15mm F1.4 G
- 15mm
- f/1.4
- Prime
- 219 g
- Min focus 0.2 m
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Quick answer
A fast APS-C wide prime for E-mount from the G line. It weighs about 219 g, takes 55mm filters and focuses as close as 0.2 m.
Pros
- Fast f/1.4 aperture
- Light at 219 g
- Close focus 0.2 m
- Small filter size
Cons
- APS-C only
- No built-in stabilization
- Maximum aperture invites wide-open edge softness
Verdict
A bright wide lens for Sony APS-C. Good for astro and vlogging.
About this lens
The Sony E 15mm F1.4 G is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 15mm at f/1.4 for Sony E mount cameras, from the Sony G series. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Sony E 15mm F1.4 G specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 15mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.4
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Released
- 2022
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.2 m
- Filter thread
- 55 mm
- Weight
- 219 g
- Length
- 69.5 mm
- Diameter
- 66.6 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony E 15mm F1.4 G?
- Landscapes and astro
- Vlogging and group shots
- Wide street photography
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 23mm | 77.3° | 87.8° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Sony E 15mm F1.4 G have stabilization?
No. It relies on in-body stabilization where available, which is common on recent Sony bodies.
How close can the E 15mm F1.4 G focus?
Minimum focus is 0.2 m with autofocus, closer in manual focus at 0.17 m. That is close enough to place a foreground subject against a wide background.
What is the field of view of the E 15mm F1.4 G?
On APS-C it frames like roughly 22mm on full frame, a wide-angle view.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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