Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 vs Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM
Both are Sony E mount primes for low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 | Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 24mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM opens wider (f/1.4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM (24mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 (35mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Check the Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 price on Amazon →
Check the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 and the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM?
The Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 is 35mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM is 24mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 or the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM?
The Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM — its f/1.4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.8 of the other.
Do the Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 and Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM 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).
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