Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 vs TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E
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 | Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 | TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 85mm | 56mm |
| 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 TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E (56mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 (85mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony FE 85mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 ESee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 and the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E?
The Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 is 85mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E is 56mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 and TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E 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 TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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