Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 65mm f/2 Macro E 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 | Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 65mm f/2 Macro E | Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 65mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | 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 (50mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 65mm f/2 Macro E (65mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Check the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 65mm f/2 Macro E price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 65mm f/2 Macro E and the Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2?
The Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 65mm f/2 Macro E is 65mm f/2 prime, full-frame; the Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2 is 50mm f/2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 65mm f/2 Macro E 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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