7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 Lite vs Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5
Both are L-Mount primes for everyday and street — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 Lite | Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 40mm | 28mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.5 | f/4.5 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | L-Mount | L-Mount |
Which should you buy?
- the 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 Lite opens wider (f/2.5) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 (28mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 Lite (40mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 LiteSee price on Amazon
Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 Lite and the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5?
The 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 Lite is 40mm f/2.5 prime, full-frame; the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 is 28mm f/4.5 prime, full-frame. Both fit the L-Mount.
Which is better in low light, the 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 Lite or the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5?
The 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 Lite — its f/2.5 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4.5 of the other.
Do the 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 Lite and Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 fit the same camera?
Yes — both are L-Mount lenses, so they fit Panasonic Lumix S, Leica SL, and Sigma fp full-frame bodies (the L-Mount Alliance).
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