Canon
Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro
Prime/Zoom
86
/ 100
From $499
VS
Sony
Sony FE 35mm f/1.8
Prime/Zoom
86
/ 100
From $748
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro lands at 86 and Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro if…
- ✓Fast aperture
- ✓Quiet autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed (most)
Pick Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 if…
- ✓Fast aperture
- ✓Quiet autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed (most)
Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro 86
vs 86 Sony FE 35mm f/1.8
Score breakdown
Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro
86 sharpness 86
af 84
build 88
value 85
Sony FE 35mm f/1.8
86 sharpness 86
af 84
build 88
value 85
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro | Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 |
|---|
Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro
Pros
- +Fast aperture
- +Quiet autofocus
- +Weather-sealed (most)
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Weight varies
- −Price scales with quality
Sony FE 35mm f/1.8
Pros
- +Fast aperture
- +Quiet autofocus
- +Weather-sealed (most)
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Weight varies
- −Price scales with quality
FAQ: Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro vs Sony FE 35mm f/1.8
Which is better, Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro or Sony FE 35mm f/1.8? +
Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro worth the price? +
At $499, Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in build.
Is Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 worth the price? +
At $748, Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in build.
Does Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro or Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.