New 7Artisans 24mm F1.8 AF for Sony E-mount cameras
7Artisans has just launched the 24mm f1.8 AF E , a fast autofocus wide-angle prime that covers full-frame sensors on E-mount cameras. The lens has an aperture ring, AF/MF Swtich, a programmable focus hold button, and a USB-C port for firmware updates on the body. At just $329, it’s an affordable option you can order now from Amazon, B&H Photo , or the 7Artisans online store.
7Artisans 24mm F1.8 AF E optical design and MTF chart
7Artisans 24mm f1.8 Key Specs
- 24mm Focal Range
- F1.8 Max Aperture
- Weather-sealed
- Filter Thread: 62mm
- Max Format: 35mm FF
- Sony E Mount
- 14 Elements in 11 Groups
- 2 ASPH, 2 HR, 3 ELD
- 11-blade Diaphragm
- Weight: 424g
- Diameter x Length: 72mm x 92
- Min Focus Distance: 0.32m
- Max Magnification: 0.13x
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- Check Price at: Amazon, B&H Photo
The new 7Artisans would become a slightly slower but much more afforadable to the popular Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM lens (Check Price) if the optical quality is satisfying, that is one thing that we will wait to see. Size wise, despite having different aperture values, they have a very similar sizes as seen below.
7Artisans 24mm F1.8 AF vs Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM
However, compared to the Samyang AF 24mm F1.8 FE (Check Price) which offers an exact aperture match, the 7Artisans lens is noticeably larger:
7Artisans 24mm F1.8 AF E vs Samyang AF 24mm F1.8 FE Lens Size comparison
Here is a summarized comparison table of these three lenses for further consideration:
7Artisans 24mm F1.8 AF E attached to SOny FX3 Cinema Line Cameras
