Sony
Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 92.6 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 78.8 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 92.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 84.7 |
Age adjustment: ×0.93 (older models get a slight downward adjustment so newer products with current technology are fairly represented).
📖 Overview
The Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G is a compact and lightweight prime lens that offers good image quality. It's a great all-around lens for street photography, everyday snapshots, and even some portraiture. While sharp, its maximum aperture isn't as wide as some other primes in its class.
📸 Browse 15 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 40mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/2.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Mount | Sony E |
| AF Motor | Dual XD Linear Motors |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 28.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x |
| Elements / Groups | 9 elements in 9 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Filter Diameter | 49mm |
| Weight | 173g |
| Dimensions | 68.0 x 45.0mm |
| Release Year | 2021 |
| MSRP | $600 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G, sourced from SampleShots.
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