The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 35mm F2.8 ZA CZ and the Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L is the longer of the two lenses at 47mm. The Sony FE 35mm F2.8 ZA CZ with a length of 37mm, is 10mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L also has a larger diameter of 63mm compared to the Sony FE 35mm F2.8 ZA CZ's 62mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Sony FE 35mm F2.8 ZA CZ weighs 120g, which means it is 95g (44%) lighter than the Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L which has a weight of 215g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sony FE 35mm F2.8 ZA CZ and the Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L have the same Filter thread size of 49mm.
Below are links to the 49mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sony FE 35mm F2.8 ZA CZ has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L has the Pentax KAF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Pentax K-3 III Mono, Pentax KF and Pentax K-3 III for the Pentax KAF Mount.
Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L is also available in Pentax KAF mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
