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Sony SEL-20F28 E-Mount 20mm F2.8 Prime Fixed Lens

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Focal Length Description 20 mm
Lens Type Wide Angle
Compatible Mountings Sony E
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  • Superior Image Quality
  • Minimum Focus Distance : 0.66 feet (0.2 m), Maximum Magnification ratio : 0.12x
  • Focal Length- 20 mm, Compact Length; Lens not Zoomable
  • Superb value and performance. Angle of View (APS-C) -70°. Maximum aperture (F) - 2.8. 35 mm equivalent focal length (APS-C) - 11.82 inch
  • Broaden your view with a wide angle: From a vast cliff to a stretching sandy beach, fit everything in with a 20 mm wide angle. Angle of View (APS-C): 70°
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Sony E
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    Product Description

    20mm F2.8 Prime Lens Not only will the 20mm (30mm in 35mm full-frame format) focal length and F2.8 maximum aperture appeal to experienced photographers, but the outstanding resolution of this lens will satisfy their most stringent image quality requirements as well. Three aspheric elements help to achieve superb contrast and resolution right out to the image edges, while simultaneously enabling a compact 20.4 mm-thick pancake design that makes for a portable combination with compact E-mount cameras. When changing your aperture to defocus the background, the light sources appear blurred. This ‘bokeh’ effect of the blurred background can be enhanced with circular aperture blades used in this lens. Conventional aperture blades have flat sides creating unappealing polygonal shaped defocussed points of light. α lenses overcome this problem through a unique design that keeps the aperture almost perfectly circular from its wide-open setting to when it is closed by 2 stops. Smoother, more natural defocusing can be obtained as a result. Aspherical lens design dramatically reduces spherical aberration while also reducing lens size and weight. Spherical aberration is a slight misalignment of the light rays projected on the image plane. This is caused by differences in refraction at different points on conventional spherical lenses which degrade image quality in large-aperture lenses. Specially shaped “aspherical” elements near the diaphragm restore alignment of light rays at the image plane, maintaining high sharpness and contrast even at maximum aperture and can also be used at other points in the optical path to reduce distortion. Well-designed aspherical elements can reduce the total number of elements required in the lens, thus reducing overall size and weight. Advanced Aspherical (AA) elements are an evolved variant, featuring an extremely high thickness ratio between the center and periphery. AA elements are exceedingly difficult to produce, relying on the most advanced molding technology to consistently and precisely achieve the required shape and surface accuracy, resulting in significantly improved image accuracy and quality. Only the rear groups of the optical system move to focus the lens, which allows for speedy AF operation and a shorter minimum focusing distance. Since the front of the lens does not rotate, operability is improved when shooting with a polarizing filter attached. 2013 Sony Electronics All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony is not responsible for typographic and photographic errors. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Sony, BIONZ, BRAVIA, BRAVIA Sync, Cyber-shot, Exmor, InfoLITHIUM, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick Duo, the Memory Stick logo, Optical SteadyShot, Remote Commander, Smile Shutter, Stamina, SteadyShot, Theatre Sync, TruBlack, and Xtra Fine LCD are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Mac OS and iMovie are trademarks of Apple Computers, HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing . All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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    E 20mm F2.8 Wide-Angle Prime Lens

    Not only will the 20mm (30mm in 35mm full-frame format) focal length and F2.8 maximum aperture appeal to experienced photographers, but the outstanding resolution of this lens will satisfy their most stringent image quality requirements as well. Three aspheric elements help to achieve superb contrast and resolution right out to the image edges, while simultaneously enabling a compact 20.4 mm-thick pancake design that makes for a portable combination with compact E-mount cameras.

    Technology

    Circular Aperture

    When changing your aperture to defocus the background, the light sources appear blurred. This ‘bokeh’ effect of the blurred background can be enhanced with circular aperture blades used in this lens. Conventional aperture blades have flat sides creating unappealing polygonal shaped defocussed points of light. α lenses overcome this problem through a unique design that keeps the aperture almost perfectly circular from its wide-open setting to when it is closed by 2 stops. Smoother, more natural defocusing can be obtained as a result.

    Aspherical lens elements

    Aspherical lens design dramatically reduces spherical aberration while also reducing lens size and weight. Spherical aberration is a slight misalignment of the light rays projected on the image plane. This is caused by differences in refraction at different points on conventional spherical lenses which degrade image quality in large-aperture lenses. Specially shaped “aspherical” elements near the diaphragm restore alignment of light rays at the image plane, maintaining high sharpness and contrast even at maximum aperture and can also be used at other points in the optical path to reduce distortion. Well-designed aspherical elements can reduce the total number of elements required in the lens, thus reducing overall size and weight. Advanced Aspherical (AA) elements are an evolved variant, featuring an extremely high thickness ratio between the center and periphery. AA elements are exceedingly difficult to produce, relying on the most advanced molding technology to consistently and precisely achieve the required shape and surface accuracy, resulting in significantly improved image accuracy and quality.

    Additional Features

    Rear focusing elements

    Only the rear groups of the optical system move to focus the lens, which allows for speedy AF operation and a shorter minimum focusing distance. Since the front of the lens does not rotate, operability is improved when shooting with a polarizing filter attached.

    2013 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony is not responsible for typographic and photographic errors. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Sony, BIONZ, BRAVIA, BRAVIA Sync, Cyber-shot, Exmor, InfoLITHIUM, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick Duo, the Memory Stick logo, Optical SteadyShot, Remote Commander, Smile Shutter, Stamina, SteadyShot, Theatre Sync, TruBlack, and Xtra Fine LCD are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Mac OS and iMovie are trademarks of Apple Computers, Inc. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

    Customer reviews

    4.3 out of 5 stars
    4.3 out of 5
    287 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality and value of the camera lens. They mention that it's a really good lens, and well worth the money. Customers also like the width, and compactness. However, some customers differ on sharpness, image quality, and speed.

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    39 customers mention39 positive0 negative

    Customers like the compactness of the camera lenses. They mention that it is lightweight, portable, and tack sharp. Some mention that the lens is a great lens for the size and that it's great for walking around and getting a quick shot. Overall, some customers find the lens to be a little overpriced.

    "...For that kind of money, it really shines as a small, versatile lens (i.e., close-up shots and landscape shots are both very good)...." Read more

    "...In addition, it's low profile makes the camera extremely portable. I use it on a daily basis for most of my "casual shooting."..." Read more

    "...is not fine art level but good for what it is, an affordable and portable lens...." Read more

    "...lens is discrete with is pancake form factor, making it possible to store in a coat pocket if you'd like. This lens is also faster than the Sigma...." Read more

    38 customers mention30 positive8 negative

    Customers like the quality of the lens. They say it's a really good lens, with a sharp image quality. Customers also say that it' s incredibly light, and perfect for use on a Sony a6000 with a drone.

    "...These are built with high-quality materials and take great shots but they are way too expensive, in my opinion at least, for the relative increase..." Read more

    "...Works well enough for casual, moderate pace street scenes or kids...." Read more

    "An excellent lens and very compact. Also a reasonable price, not inflated like the Zeiss line...." Read more

    "As far as fixed, pancake, wide-angle lenses go, this one is pretty spectacular...." Read more

    17 customers mention12 positive5 negative

    Customers like the value of the camera lenses. They mention that it is well worth the money, a decent small expensive lens, and worth it for the better glass. Some mention that the lens is great for the a6300.

    "...The image quality is not fine art level but good for what it is, an affordable and portable lens...." Read more

    "An excellent lens and very compact. Also a reasonable price, not inflated like the Zeiss line...." Read more

    "...The jpeg doesn't really show it, but when you look at the ARW, its worth the money. the distortion with landscapes with straight lines is gone...." Read more

    "...with high-quality materials and take great shots but they are way too expensive, in my opinion at least, for the relative increase in image quality..." Read more

    9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the width of the lens. They say that it has a very wide field of view, is a great wide-field lens, and is suitable for most purposes. The 20mm is able to get really close focus, and it is paired with a protective front hood.

    "...carry-around lens if you don't mind its relative bulk--it's long and wide, but not too heavy)...." Read more

    "...Image quality is acceptable for most purposes and the 20mm is a nice focal length for general use...." Read more

    "...It is a good solid lens and gives sharp focused images. Out of habit, I shot most of my images on Av, so I like having this slightly faster lens...." Read more

    "Nice sharp wide angle prime for my Sony A6300.It is very small, even smaller than the pancake kit lens.Great landscape shots...." Read more

    30 customers mention17 positive13 negative

    Customers are mixed about the image quality of the lens. Some mention that it takes great crisp pictures, and clear 1080p60 video, while others say that the image is very poor and low light is very bad. Some say that images are fairly flat and not very sharp, and they are disappointed that they cannot take pictures up close. Some customers also mention that the jpeg doesn't really show it, but when you look at the ARW, its worth the money.

    "...These are built with high-quality materials and take great shots but they are way too expensive, in my opinion at least, for the relative increase..." Read more

    "...The image quality is not fine art level but good for what it is, an affordable and portable lens...." Read more

    "...Then I finally got this lens. The 20mm f/2.8 has been providing much sharper images...." Read more

    "Slow Autofocus and the image quality is....for lack of a better term: muddy...." Read more

    18 customers mention10 positive8 negative

    Customers are mixed about the sharpness of the camera lenses. Some mention that it's sharp, light, compact, and the 20mm is much sharper, while others say that it is not very sharp and not the nicest colors, and that the center of the image is sharpest when it' s stopped down somewhat.

    "...It's smaller and faster and sharper than the kit zoom; it also costs much more than the kit zoom...." Read more

    "Not sharp in corners. Autofocus on a6500 not as fast as other Sony lenses. An okay lens if size and weight is your main criteria...." Read more

    "...Unlike the Sigma 19mm there is sharpness throughout all aperture settings on this lens. The Sigma seems softer than I like at 2.8...." Read more

    "As other people have mentioned, the images are fairly flat and not very sharp...." Read more

    11 customers mention7 positive4 negative

    Customers are mixed about the speed of the camera lenses. Some mention it's the sharpest, reliable, fast, and compact, making it great for walking around and getting a quick shot. Others say it' s slow, ugly, and should only be used when space is at an.

    "...It's smaller and faster and sharper than the kit zoom; it also costs much more than the kit zoom...." Read more

    "...not going to use this lens for really fast moments since the autofocus can't keep up - at least on the a6400...." Read more

    "...This lens is also faster than the Sigma. I'd recommend this for street photography or candids...." Read more

    "Fast lens and very portable, so nice for traveling if you have a Sony DSLR...." Read more

    6 customers mention0 positive6 negative

    Customers are not satisfied with the opening of the camera lens. They mention that it gets soft when wide open, but when stopped down a bit it's good.

    "...Picture quality is decent center of frame, but off-center it is soft wide open. Stopped down it is mostly okay...." Read more

    "...I used own a Sony NEX-5 with the 16mm ƒ/2.8 and it was fun, but was super soft and had tons of edge distortion...." Read more

    "...It definitely gets soft when wide open but stopped down a bit it's good, which is where I find myself wanting it most of the time anyway...." Read more

    "...indoors in less light because of the lack of image stabilization and softness...." Read more

    Very tiny lens for wider angle photography and more
    5 Stars
    Very tiny lens for wider angle photography and more
    This is a tiny and light pancake lens (even smaller than the 16-50mm kit lens!).The 2.8 aperture allows for some bokeh and decent low-light performance on the a5100 (you may need to use aperture priority mode to take advantage of this lens).I also own the Sigma 19mm 2.8 lens and I feel like I will use this lens more as part of a very compact and light-weight kit even though that lens is pretty small (a5100 + the Meike MK-35mm F/1.4 APS-C or Samyang 35mm f2.8 FE lens).I simply wish this lens was cheaper!
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