Top 40mm Lens for Sony Cameras

In the market for a 40mm lens for your Sony camera? We've got you covered.

The 40mm is a popular focal length and many options across various price points are available. In this guide, we break down what you need to know about each model to help you make the right choice.

Our Top Picks for 40mm Lens for Sony Cameras

Here are our top picks for 40mm lenses compatible with Sony cameras:

1. Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G

This is the ultimate budget-friendly recommendation for those in search of a 40mm lens for their Sony camera – you get to experience Sony's native autofocus in an extremely compact design that barely protrudes from the camera body.

Naturally, the lens is compatible with full-frame sensors.

• Namn: FE 40mm F2.5 G
• Brand: Sony
• Weight: 173 g
• Mount: E
• Focal Length: 40 mm
• Aperture (Max): 2.5
• Is an anamorphic lens?: No
• Min. Focus Distance (cm): 28 cm
• Type of Lens: Prime
• Filter Thread Diameter: 49
• Lens Groups: 9
• Elements: 9
• image Stabilization: No
• Has autofocus: Yes
• Macro Lens: ❌
• Weather Sealed: ✅
• Covers a Full Frame Sensor: Yes
• Lens Hood Included: ✅

2. Sigma 40mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art - (Sony E Mount)

Sigma's 40mm lens has long been regarded as their sharpest lens ever, and we are inclined to agree. This lens is slightly more expensive, but it's an excellent piece of kit, boasting a sizeable maximum aperture of 1.4 and a smooth fit. However, it is naturally larger than Sony's own pancakes lens.

The lens is compatible with both full frame sensors and "crop" sensors.

• Namn: 40mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
• Brand: Sigma
• Weight: 1200 g
• Mount: E
• Focal Length: 40 mm
• Aperture (Max): 1.4
• Is an anamorphic lens?: No
• Min. Focus Distance (cm): 40 cm
• Type of Lens: Prime
• Aperture (Min-Max): 1.4 - 16
• Filter Thread Diameter: 82
• Aperture Blades: 9
• Lens Groups: 12
• Elements: 16
• image Stabilization: No
• Has autofocus: Yes
• Macro Lens: ❌
• Weather Sealed: ✅
• Covers a Full Frame Sensor: Yes
• Lens Hood Included: ✅

For full transparency, we've personally tested all the 40mm lenses we're recommending in this guide.

The Appeal of 40mm

Many photographers opt for wide focal lengths such as 24mm or 35mm. But what sets the 40mm apart is that it strikes a balance, giving a wide feel while being slightly narrower (like a 50mm lens). It's suitable for various photography settings, from weddings and landscapes to cars and real estate.

It's particularly ideal for street photography and action photography as it maintains a wide-field view.

Choosing the Right Lens

If brightness is crucial for you, we highly recommend splurging a little more and opting for the Sigma 40mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art without a second thought. With a maximum aperture of 1.4, it's over twice as bright as the Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G with an f-stop of 2.5, and will give you that bit more background blur when shooting wide open, which is essential in many scenarios!

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