Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS vs Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G
Both are Sony E mount primes for standard prime and everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS | Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 40mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/2.5 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS (35mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G (40mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSSSee price on Amazon
Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 GSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS and the Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G?
The Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS is 35mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C; the Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G is 40mm f/2.5 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS or the Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G?
The Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.5 of the other.
Do the Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS and Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G 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 35mm f/1.8 OSS is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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