Sony E 11mm f/1.8 vs Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4
Both are Sony E mount primes for wide-angle and vlogging — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony E 11mm f/1.8 | Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 11mm | 13mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 opens wider (f/1.4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony E 11mm f/1.8 (11mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 (13mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sony E 11mm f/1.8 is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony E 11mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony E 11mm f/1.8 and the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4?
The Sony E 11mm f/1.8 is 11mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C; the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 is 13mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony E 11mm f/1.8 or the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4?
The Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 — its f/1.4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.8 of the other.
Do the Sony E 11mm f/1.8 and Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 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).
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