Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE vs Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS
Both are Sony E mount primes for portrait and low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE | Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 75mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS (50mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE (75mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FESee price on Amazon
Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSSSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE and the Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS?
The Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE is 75mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS is 50mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE and Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C). Note the Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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