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FE 40mm F2.5 G

Sony E · Prime · FULL FRAME

FE 40mm F2.5 G — 40mm f/2.5 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sony lineup.

$599

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Last updated May 2026

Key specs at a glance

Focal Length

40 mm

Max Aperture

f/2.5

Mount

Sony E

Coverage

Full Frame

Stabilization

No

Weight

173 g

Min Focus

30 cm

Filter Size

77 mm

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Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Fair
4.5/ 10
  • · f/2.5 aperture is solid for standard portraits
  • · 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates creamy out-of-focus highlights

Sports & Action

Good
6.5/ 10
  • · Constant fast f/2.5 aperture allows fast shutter speeds
  • · Equipped with high-speed silent AF motor for fast action tracking

Video & Hybrid

Limited
2.0/ 10
  • · Internal focusing keeps lens length constant and stops rotation

Landscape

Limited
1.0/ 10
  • · Relatively light weight (173g) is easy to hike with

Travel

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · Ultralight (173g) — perfect for all-day carry without fatigue

Wildlife

Limited
1.0/ 10
  • · Fast tracking AF motor helps track moving birds/animals

Macro & Close-up

Limited
1.5/ 10
  • · Short focus distance of 30 cm allows close shooting

Pros

  • ✓ Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
  • ✓ Lightweight design easy to carry all day
  • ✓ Native Sony E mount compatibility

Cons

  • – Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Sony FE 40mm F2.5 G

Optical Design

Focal length (Min)40 mm
Focal length (Max)40 mm
Max aperture (Wide)f/2.5
Max aperture (Tele)f/2.5
Elements14
Groups11
Special elementsAspherical

Focus System

Min focus distance30 cm
Max magnification0.15 ×
Autofocus motorLinear / Stepping Motor
Internal focusYes

Image Stabilization

Optical stabilizationNo
OIS effectiveness0 stops

Physical Specs

Weight173 g
Length74 mm
Diameter81 mm
Filter thread size77 mm
Weather sealingNo
Diaphragm blades9

Compatibility

Lens mountSony E
Format coverageFull Frame

Features

Control ringNo
Custom function buttonNo