Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 § 03 Head to head
Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 vs TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH
Panasonic 40mm f/2 is 32 g lighter. TTartisan 40mm f/2 is 4 mm shorter.
The Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 is a 40mm f/2 prime, and the TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH is a 40mm f/2 prime. On paper they trade blows, with 3 advantages each.
Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 
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Key differences
Why is the Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 better than the TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH?
- 32 g lighter (144 g vs 176 g)
- Focuses 10 cm closer (0.3 m vs 0.4 m)
- Newer design (2026 vs 2025)
Why is the TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH better than the Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2?
- 4 mm shorter (65 mm vs 69.4 mm long)
- Smaller filter thread (52 mm vs 62 mm)
- $232 cheaper ($168 list price vs $399.99 launch price)
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 has the edge: it is 32 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 has the edge: it is 32 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 | TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 40mm | 40mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/2 | f/2 |
| Minimum aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 144 g ◆ | 176 g |
| Dimensions | 40.9 x 69.4 mm | 46 x 65 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.3 m (11.81 inches) ◆ | 0.4 m |
| Maximum magnification | — | 0.13x |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | — | No |
| Aperture blades | 7 | 7 |
| Optical construction | 7 elements / 6 groups | 9 elements / 6 groups |
| Filter size | 62 mm | 52 mm ◆ |
| Lens mount | L-Mount | Sony E, Nikon Z, L-Mount |
| Released | 2026 | 2025 |
| Price | $399.99 launch price | $168 list price ◆ |
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Size
- A · Panasonic
- B · TTartisan
- 69.4 × 40.9 mm
- 65 × 46 mm
The Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 is 4 mm longer and 32 g lighter than the TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH.
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Sample frames
TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 or the TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH?
- The Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 weighs 144 g, 32 g less than the TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH (176 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 or the TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH?
- The Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 focuses down to 0.3 m, against 0.4 m for the TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH.
- Do the Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 and the TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 or the TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 has the edge: it is 32 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 or the TTartisan AF 40 mm f/2 ED ASPH better for travel?
- For travel, the Panasonic Lumix S 40 mm f/2 has the edge: it is 32 g lighter to carry.
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