Another week, another new lens announcement from TTArtisan. There’s two, actually, this time around. The company has released a new Sony E-Mount version of their 35mm f/1.8 AF APS-C lens (buy here). They’ve also introduced an entirely new lens.
The TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 is an autofocus lens designed for APS-C cameras. And it’s launching today in three different lens mount options. There’s Sony E, Nikon Z and Fuji X – the last of which is already available to pre-order.
TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 AF for Sony E, Nikon Z, Fuji X
The new one is the TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 AF. Like the 35mm f/1.8 AF, it will be available for Fuji X, Sony E and Nikon Z. However, at the moment, only the Fuji X mount version seems to be available to pre-order.
I expect the release of this lens will go the same way as the TTArtisan 35mm f/1.8 AF. It’ll be released on Fuji X first, then a couple of months later, we’ll get the Sony E mount one. Nikon Z users will likely have to sit in limbo for a little longer.
An Autofocus APS-C Portrait Lens
As it’s an APS-C lens, that 56mm feels more like shooting with an 85mm lens on a full-frame camera. It’s an ideal medium-telephoto focal length for portraits. Its large f/1.8 aperture will provide a shallow depth of field even with the smaller sensor.
It has a 52mm filter thread on the end and features 10 elements in 9 groups. Elements which I’m sure are designed and coated to minimise chromatic aberration, flare, ghosting, fix contrast, and all the usual stuff.
If it turns out to be as good a lens as the TTArtisan 35mm f/1.8 AF, this lens could be a great bargain for a low-budget shooter.
TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 AF Specs
| Focal length | 56mm |
| Format | APS-C |
| Mount | Fuji X, Sony E, Nikon Z |
| Focus type | Autofocus |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 |
| Min aperture | f/16 |
| Min focus distance | 50cm |
| Optics | 10 elements in 9 groups |
| Aperture blades | 9 |
| Filter diameter | 52mm |
| Dimensions | Unspecified |
| Weight | 233-245g |
TTArtisan 35mm f/1.8 AF for Sony E
The TTArtisan 35mm f/1.8 AF was released at the end of last year for Fuji X mount (buy here). When it launched, it was advertised for X, E and Z mounts. However, we’re only now seeing the release of the E mount version, and there’s still no sign of the Nikon Z mount version.
There’s not much to say about this one, as it’s been out for a little while now, but the above video should give you the highlights. Fuji shooters seem to have given it the thumbs up, though, with many glowing reviews online – especially once you factor in the price.
TTArtisan 35mm f/1.8 AF Specs
| Focal length | 35mm |
| Format | APS-C |
| Mount | Fuji X, Sony E, Nikon Z |
| Focus type | Autofocus |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 |
| Min aperture | f/16 |
| Min focus distance | 60cm |
| Optics | 10 elements in 8 groups |
| Aperture blades | 9 |
| Filter diameter | 52mm |
| Dimensions | Unspecified |
| Weight | 199-210g |
Price and availability
The TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 AF for Fuji X is available to pre-order now for $178. Shipping is expected to begin in mid-April. There’s been no sight of a listing for Sony E or Nikon Z yet, so you may have to wait a little while.
The TTArtisan 35mm f/1.8 AF for Sony E is available to buy now for $149 directly from the TTArtisan online store.
