Canon CN-E 30-300mm T2.95-3.7 L S P vs Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM

Canon CN-E 30-300mm T2.95-3.7 L S P

Canon CN-E 30-300mm T2.95-3.7 L S P

Price Check ➔

Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM

Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM

Price Check ➔



Canon CN-E 30-300mm T2.95-3.7 L S P vs Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM

When comparing Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM and Canon CN-E 30-300mm T2.95-3.7 L S P, which one is better?

1. Largest Aperture Comparison

The Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM has the largest aperture of the two lenses at 2.8 compared to the 2.95 - 3.7 aperture of Canon CN-E 30-300mm T2.95-3.7 L S P. This means that you get more light to your sensor using Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM wide open, and therefore it might be a better lens in dark situations.

Winner: Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM

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 30-300mm T2.95-3.7 L S P is a Zoom lens while the Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM 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 30-300mm T2.95-3.7 L S P and Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM:

Canon CN-E 30-300mm T2.95-3.7 L S P Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM
Canon CN-E 30-300mm T2.95-3.7 L S PCanon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM

Price ➔

Price ➔

BrandCanonCanon
Lens MountMissingCanon EF
Focal Length30 - 300 mm40 mm
Largest Aperture2.95 - 3.72.8
AnamorphicMissingNo
TypeZoomPrime


Camera Verdict

This comparison of Canon CN-E 30-300mm T2.95-3.7 L S P and Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM was last updated on December 19, 2024.