Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S P vs Sony FE 50/2.8 Macro

Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S P vs Sony FE 50/2.8 Macro

When comparing Sony FE 50/2.8 Macro and Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S P, which one is better?

1. Largest Aperture Comparison

Both lenses share the same aperture of 2.8 — this means that you may buy both Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S P and Sony FE 50/2.8 Macro in this regard; they''re the same.

Winner: Tied

Regarding largest aperture: A lower aperture number means that the widest aperture on the lens is larger. This means that more light will hit the sensor and also that the depth of field will be shallower, better separating your subject from the background.

2. Lens Type Comparison

The Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S P is a Zoom lens while the Sony FE 50/2.8 Macro is a Prime lens. Whether or not a zoom lens or a prime lens is what you need, is up to you to decide; they both have their respective strengths and weaknesses.

Winner: Tied — It depends on your gear

Regarding type: There are two types of lenses; zoom lenses and prime lenses. Prime lenses have a fixed focal length and cannot be zoomed, while zoom lenses have a focal length range and can be zoomed in to get closer to the subject. Prime lenses are usually lighter, cheaper and let in more light. Zoom lenses are more versatile but are more expensive since they require a more advanced lens design.

Specifications

Full specifications table of Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S P and Sony FE 50/2.8 Macro:

	Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S P	Sony FE 50/2.8 Macro
	Price ➔	Price ➔
Brand	Canon	Sony
Weight	Missing	236 g
Lens Mount	Missing	Sony E
Focal Length	15.5 - 47 mm	50 mm
Largest Aperture	2.8	2.8
Anamorphic	Missing	No
Minimum Focus Distance	Missing	16 cm
Type	Zoom	Prime
Aperture Range	Missing	2.8 - 16
Filter Thread Diameter	Missing	55
Aperture Blades	Missing	7
Lens Groups	Missing	8
Lens Elements	Missing	8
Image Stabilization	Missing	No
Autofocus	Missing	Evet
Macro	Missing	Yes
Full Frame Coverage	Missing	Yes
Lens Hood Included	Missing	No