TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 40mm
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
What Buyers Say
TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 40mm
The TTArtisan 40mm f/2 lens is widely praised for its compact size, solid build, and excellent value for money. Many users love the manual aperture ring and the USB-C port in the lens cap for firmware updates. However, autofocus performance is a major point of contention: while some find it fast and reliable, others report persistent hunting and failure to lock focus, especially on certain camera bodies. A few users also note chromatic aberration and flare, but overall image quality is considered sharp and impressive for the price.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp image quality
- Manual aperture ring with clicks
- USB-C port in lens cap for firmware updates
Cons
- Inconsistent autofocus performance
- Autofocus hunting on some cameras
- Chromatic aberration
- Flare when pointed at the sun
- Minimum focus distance could be shorter
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent low-light performance. Users appreciate its lightweight design compared to alternatives and find it a reliable professional tool for both photography and video. A few Q&A entries note that internal stabilizer movement when powered off is normal, not a defect.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Lightweight design
- Great for video
Cons
- Internal stabilizer movement when off
- Not parfocal
- Focus-by-wire system
- Manufactured in Thailand (perceived quality concern)
Scores
Specifications
| TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 40mm | 7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 40 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 11 |
| Groups | 6 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.18 kg★ | 0.43 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 400 mm | 400 mm |
Pros & Cons
TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 40mm
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (31st percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 40mm offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 65 overall, wins 3 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 19 specs.
