TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 E vs Tamron 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2
Both are Sony E mount primes for compact and budget — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 E | Tamron 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 27mm | 20mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Tamron 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (20mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 E (27mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Tamron 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 E is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 ESee price on Amazon
Tamron 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 E and the Tamron 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2?
The TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 E is 27mm f/2.8 prime, APS-C; the Tamron 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 is 20mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 E and Tamron 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 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). Note the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 E is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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