Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 vs Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G
Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 vs Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G
When comparing Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G and Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3, which one is better?
1. Lens Mount Comparison
The lenses each feature different lens mounts — the Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 features a Arri PL Mount while the Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G features a Sony E — and because of this the preference varies. If you have a compatible camera, then of course that lens will be a better choice for you.
Winner: Tied — It depends on your gear
Regarding lens mount: Popular lens mounts are Canon RF and EF, Micro Four Thirds and Nikon Z. Different lens mounts lets you connect different lenses to camera bodies, but some might not be compatible. This can be helped by using an adapter, like a Canon EF to RF adapter.
2. Largest Aperture Comparison
The Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 has the largest aperture of the two lenses at 1.3 compared to the 2.5 aperture of Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G. This means that you get more light to your sensor using Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 wide open, and therefore it might be a better lens in dark situations.
Winner: Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3
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.
3. Anamorphic Comparison
Neither Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G or Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 are anamorphic lenses.
Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature
Regarding anamorphic: Anamorphic lenses are usually used on cinema cameras and squeezes the image when its recorded, which gives the final, stretched out, image oval bokeh and a different angle of view. The most common lenses, however, are not anamorphic but spherical, which gives a spherical bokeh and is a much cheaper lens design.
4. Lens Type Comparison
Both lenses are Prime lenses, which means that you can choose both Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 or Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G if you're looking for that type of lens.
Winner: Tied
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.
5. Stabilization Comparison
Neither Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 or Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G feature built-in image stabilization.
Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature
Regarding image stabilization: When a lens features built-in stabilization, it will actively help you hold the image steady by adjusting the optical elements inside the lens to compensate for movements. Do remember that lens stabilization is not required, but it may be suitable depending on your specific needs.
6. Autofocus Comparison
In regards to autofocus, the winner is Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G since the other lens in this comparison, the Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 does not have autofocus at all — it is a manual focus lens.
Winner: Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G
Regarding autofocus: Lenses with autofocus help you focus when shooting pictures or video. If a lens only has manual focus it means that you have to focus manually by adjusting the focus wheel on the lens. Most cinema lenses do not use autofocus and are manual focus only.
7. Macro Comparison
Neither Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 or Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G are macro lenses.
Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature
Regarding macro: Macro lenses can focus much closer to your subjects and might be suitable when photographing flowers, insects, wildlife and nature.
8. Full Frame Comparison
Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G covers a full frame sensor while Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 does not. If you have a full frame camera then Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G is the only choice for you in this comparison.
Winner: Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G
Regarding full frame coverage: All lenses do not cover full frame sensors, but not all cameras are full frame cameras either. If a lens covers a full frame sensor it can be used on all cameras with a matching lens mount, both full frame and crop sensors, except for medium format cameras.
Specifications
Full specifications table of Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 and Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G:
| Arri Master Prime 40mm T1.3 | Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G | |
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| Brand | Arri | Sony |
| Weight | Missing | 173 g |
| Lens Mount | Arri PL Mount | Sony E |
| Focal Length | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Largest Aperture | 1.3 | 2.5 |
| Anamorphic | No | No |
| Minimum Focus Distance | Missing | 28 cm |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Filter Thread Diameter | Missing | 49 |
| Lens Front Diameter (Not Filter Thread) | 114 mm | Missing |
| Lens Groups | Missing | 9 |
| Lens Elements | Missing | 9 |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Autofocus | Hayır | Evet |
| Macro | No | No |
| Weather Seal | Missing | Yes |
| Full Frame Coverage | No | Yes |
| Lens Hood Included | Missing | Yes |