Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G vs 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8
Both are Sony E mount primes for wide-angle and astrophotography — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G | 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 16mm | 24mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G (16mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8 (24mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8 is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 GSee price on Amazon
7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G and the 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8?
The Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G is 16mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8 is 24mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sony FE 16mm f/1.8 G and 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8 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).
More Sony E comparisons: Sony E 11mm f/1.8 vs Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 · Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS vs Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PRO · Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm f/1.4 ZA vs Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 · Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WL vs Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM · all Sony E lenses · all comparisons