When comparing Irix 45mm T1.5 Sony E and Sony FE 85mm F1.8, which one is better?
The lens that weighs the least of the two is Sony FE 85mm F1.8 which weighs 371 g, compared to the loser Irix 45mm T1.5 - Sony E which weighs 1100 g.
Winner: Sony FE 85mm F1.8
Regarding weight: When it comes to the lens's weight, it's actually more important than many people think that the lens weighs as little as possible — it's simply a pain to lug around a lens that's too heavy when you're photographing or filming for several hours, and a few hundred grams can make a real difference.
Full specifications table of Sony FE 85mm F1.8 and Irix 45mm T1.5 Sony E:
Sony FE 85mm F1.8 | Irix 45mm T1.5 - Sony E | |
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Brand | Sony | Irix |
Weight | 371 g | 1100 g |
Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Focal Length | 85 mm | 45 mm |
Largest Aperture | 1.8 | 1.5 |
Anamorphic Lens | No | No |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 80 cm | Missing |
Type | Prime | Missing |
Filter Thread | 67 | 86 |
Lens Front Diameter (Not Filter Thread) | Missing | 95 mm |
Stabilization | No | No |
Covers a Full Frame Sensor? | Missing | Yes |