7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5
7Artisans · 40 mm · f/2.5 · LITE
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What We Like
+Ultralight at 90 grams—among the most portable full-frame autofocus lenses
+Affordable at $159 with STM autofocus, face/eye tracking, and premium controls
+Versatile 40mm focal length sits between 35mm and 50mm for natural perspective
+Sharp center performance with good corner detail at practical apertures
+Smooth, pleasing bokeh rendering praised by reviewers
+USB-C firmware updates for long-term camera compatibility
Worth Knowing
−Slower autofocus with noticeable focus breathing and modest AF speed
−Moderate f/2.5 aperture limits low-light performance and bokeh depth compared to f/1.8 alternatives
−Flare control issues at maximum aperture with internal reflections and ring flares
−No internal image stabilization; plastic construction feels less durable than metal alternatives
General | |
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About This LensThe 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 FE is a compact 90-gram full-frame autofocus prime priced at $159. The lens features an STM stepping motor to support continuous autofocus, including real-time face and eye detection on compatible Sony cameras. It is extremely light, genuinely sharp for the money, and limited mainly by flare control and modest autofocus speed. It offers a versatile focal length that suits street, travel, and casual portraiture, with its lightweight design and accessible price poised to become a go-to everyday prime for Sony shooters seeking a compact full-frame option without a premium price tag. | |
| Brand | 7Artisans |
| Release Year | 2026 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | LITE |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Sony E |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Sony E |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Full Frame |
Physical | |
| Lens Weight | 90 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 63 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 40 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 46 mm |
Optics | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 40 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 2.5 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 56.1° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 18 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 9020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups | No |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 40 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.13x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type | Other |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 7 |
| Groups | 6 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 1 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |