f/1.4 and Faster Lenses

f/1.4 and faster lenses bring shallow depth-of-field for dreamy bokeh and exceptional low-light performance. 85 ultra-fast lenses compared.

Lenses
85
Price range
$89 – $7,999
Avg price
$1,057
Weight range
130–2000g (0.29–4.41 lb)

Most Popular: Top 3

#1 · Fujifilm
XF 35mm f/1.4 R
$599
#2 · TTArtisan
23mm f/1.4 C
$89
#3 · TTArtisan
23mm f/1.4 C (Fujifilm X)
$89

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why use f/1.4 instead of f/1.8?

f/1.4 is about 2/3 stop brighter than f/1.8 — meaningful in low light. The shallow depth-of-field is also distinctly more dramatic. The trade-offs: more weight, more cost, and slightly softer corners wide open.

How many f/1.4-or-faster lenses are tracked?

Gearbase identifies 85 mirrorless lenses with maximum aperture of f/1.4 or wider.

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