Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS vs Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2
Both are Sony E mount primes for portrait — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS | Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 90mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2 opens wider (f/2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2 (50mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS (90mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2 is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Check the Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS and the Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2?
The Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS is 90mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2 is 50mm f/2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS or the Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2?
The Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2 — its f/2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.8 of the other.
Do the Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS and Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2 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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