Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G vs Voigtländer Nokton 21mm f/1.4 E
Both are Sony E mount primes for wide-angle and low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G | Voigtländer Nokton 21mm f/1.4 E |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 15mm | 21mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G (15mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Voigtländer Nokton 21mm f/1.4 E (21mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Voigtländer Nokton 21mm f/1.4 E covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Voigtländer Nokton 21mm f/1.4 E is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Check the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G price on Amazon →
Check the Voigtländer Nokton 21mm f/1.4 E price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G and the Voigtländer Nokton 21mm f/1.4 E?
The Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G is 15mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Voigtländer Nokton 21mm f/1.4 E is 21mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G and Voigtländer Nokton 21mm f/1.4 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 Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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