Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 vs Sony E 16mm f/2.8
Both are Sony E mount primes for wide-angle and compact — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 | Sony E 16mm f/2.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 20mm | 16mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony E 16mm f/2.8 (16mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 (20mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sony E 16mm f/2.8 is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony E 16mm f/2.8 is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8See price on Amazon
Sony E 16mm f/2.8See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 and the Sony E 16mm f/2.8?
The Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 is 20mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the Sony E 16mm f/2.8 is 16mm f/2.8 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 and Sony E 16mm f/2.8 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). Note the Sony E 16mm f/2.8 is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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