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Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF vs Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA

Product Comparison: Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF vs Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA

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Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF Camera Lens

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Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA Camera Lens

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General Specifications

Brand

Zeiss

Sony

Model

Batis 2/40 CF

Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA

Origin

Japan

About the Product

Lightweight wide-angle lens, fast autofocus, close focusing distance: with a 40-millimeter fixed focal length, this lens is excellent for the applications of a standard focal length as well as for typical shooting situations with lightweight wide-angle lenses.

The Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA Lens is a prime, normal focal length lens featuring a very fast and bright f/1.8 maximum aperture to support working in dimly-lit conditions and for greater control over focus for shallow depth of field imagery.

Key Specs

Mount Type

Sony E

Maximum Aperture

2 /f

1.8 /f

Minimum Focal Length

40 millimeters

55 millimeters

Maximum Focal Length

40 millimeters

55 millimeters

Lens Type

Fixed

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF Camera Lens

I like the non-conventional 40mm focal length.
The optical performance is outstanding and images are super-sharp.
It has a versatile focal length.
It has a spectacular image quality.
An elegant and very sharp lens, with a very fast AF.

Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA Camera Lens

It is considered one of the sharpest lenses in the absolute and they are right, even at wider openings.
It is a very sharp lens with a very versatile focal.
Very low chromatic aberrations at maximum aperture.
The focal length, fits a lot with the type of format.
Excellent construction. It has extreme sharpness even at full aperture.

Size & Weight

Height

3.6 in.

2.53 in.

Width

3.6 in.

2.53 in.

Depth

4.2 in.

2.77 in.

Weight

12.7 oz.

10 oz.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF Camera Lens

The 40mm is lightweight, has excellent optical quality.
Rugged construction and lightweight.
It is very light and easy to carry around, it is weather sealed.
It's reasonably light and the lens falls into hand well.
The lens is very well balance when hand held.

Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA Camera Lens

Super super sharp! And tiny and lightweight!
It is a very sharp lens, compact and easy to carry.
The size and weight of the target is unbeatable!
Lightweight lens considering its workmanship and compact.
Lightweight lens with excellent performance even at full aperture.

Imaging

Minimum Focus Distance

9.45 in.

19.7 in.

Field Of View

56°

FX 43° / DX 29°

Zoom Type

Manual

Focus

Auto Focus, Manual Focus

Optical Stabilization

What customers say about "Imaging"

Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF Camera Lens

The autofocus is fast, quiet and smooth.
It can focus very close.
The autofocus is fast, silent, and reliable.
Close focus is very good, with nice smooth bokeh.
Focus is quick and snappy, and it works very well even in manual mode.

Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA Camera Lens

The image quality is really good and focus is really good paired with a7riii.
It's razor sharp right from f1.8, fast focus and has great optical quality.
The manual focus ring was incredibly smooth and easy to operate.
Excellent build quality. Smooth and precise focusing ring.
Sharpness is as high as contrast. Autofocus is very fast.

Features

Brand Compatibility

Sony

Sensor Type Compatibility

FX Format / DX Format

Lens Groups and Elements

9 Elements in 8 Groups

7 Elements in 5 Groups

Number of Aperture Blades

Filter Diameter

67 millimeters

49 millimeters

Extras

Weatherproof, Innovative OLED display, Close Focus Function, Aspherical Lens

Circular aperture, ZEISS® T* coating, Moisture-proof and dust-resistant construction

What customers say about "Features"

Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF Camera Lens

The Batis 40mm lens is a joy to use.
Walking around with the lens is a pleasure. It's a good combination with the A7iii.
This is a very well-built lens, and it is a joy to hold.
The fit and finish of the lens it top-notch.
Excellent all purpose lens. Extremely sharp, close focusing, great contrast and colours.

Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA Camera Lens

Excellent build quality, metal body like the focus ring, plastic will only be found in the cap.
Externally, build quality is good.
Sturdy and well built. Great lens.
The quality at 1.8 is very good, sharp at that opening as few.
Great built, rugged metal.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year(s)

Certifications

Other Information

Manufacturer

Link

Manual

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MSRP

999.99 $