Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 vs TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2
Both are Sony E mount primes for street and everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 | TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 40mm |
| 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 TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 opens wider (f/2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (35mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 (40mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2See price on Amazon
TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 and the TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2?
The Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 is 35mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 is 40mm f/2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 or the TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2?
The TTArtisan AF 40mm 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 Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 and TTArtisan AF 40mm 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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