Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 E vs Zeiss Loxia 35mm f/2

Both are Sony E mount primes for standard prime and landscape — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.

Last verified 2026-09-01 · Sony E mount · prices change — check the retailer

Which should you buy?

• the Zeiss Loxia 35mm f/2 (35mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 E (50mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits

Where to buy

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 E and the Zeiss Loxia 35mm f/2?
The Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 E is 50mm f/2 prime, full-frame; the Zeiss Loxia 35mm f/2 is 35mm f/2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.

Do the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 E and Zeiss Loxia 35mm 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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