Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G Lens (SEL20F18G)

Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G Lens
(Sony SEL20F18G)

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• Full Frame Prime Lens with Fast F1.8 Aperture
• Compact & LIghtweight for Enhanced Monility & Handling
• Two XD Linear Motors Maximaise AF Speed
• Minimum 0.19m Focusing Distance

Overview

Sony’s latest optical technology achieves impressive corner-to-corner resolution from maximum F1.8 aperture in a large-aperture wide-angle prime lens. It is also remarkably compact, and matched with an E-mount body makes up a versatile, mobile system with outstanding AF performance, control, and reliability for a wide variety of shooting needs.

Features

A Compact High-Resolution 20mm F1.8 Prime

Sony’s latest optical technology achieves impressive corner-to-corner resolution from maximum F1.8 aperture in a large-aperture wide-angle prime lens. It is also remarkably compact. Matched with an E-mount body this lens makes up a mobile system with outstanding AF performance, control, and reliability for a wide variety of shooting needs.

Superb Corner-to-Corner Resolution from F1.8

Two AA (advanced aspherical) elements in an innovative optical design minimise aberration for outstanding corner-to-corner resolution right from the lens’s widest F1.8 aperture.

Compact and Lightweight for Enhanced Mobility and Handling

An advanced optical design that includes two AA elements is supported by a refined mechanical system in a G Lens that weighs just 373 grams (13.2 oz.). Small size and light weight enhance mobility when used with compact E-mount bodies, and make up a well-balanced system that is ideal for use on gimbals or accessory grips. The FE 20mm F1.8 G is a versatile lens for a wide variety of still and movie shooting situations.

Smooth, Natural-Looking Bokeh

In addition to precise control of spherical aberration that has a significant influence on bokeh quality, the FE 20mm F1.8 G has a 9-blade circular aperture that contributes to smooth, creamy bokeh and natural-looking highlights that are hallmarks of the G Lens series.

Realistically Rendered Point Sources

Two AA (advanced aspherical) elements and three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements are employed to minimise sagittal flare so that point light sources are reproduced accurately, without colour smearing.

XD Linear Motors Maximise AF Speed, Precision, and Tracking

Two XD (eXtreme Dynamic) Linear Motors easily keep up with the high-speed capabilities of today’s most advanced camera bodies, taking advantage of their full autofocus speed, precision, and tracking potential to capture the most dynamic subjects. New control algorithms make it possible to drive the lens’s large focus group smoothly and without delays for responsive, silent, low-vibration autofocus.

Excellent Close-up Performance, Even for Selfies

In addition to the fact that 20mm is a great focal length for selfies, this lens has a minimum focusing distance of just 0.19 meter (0.63 ft) when used in AF mode, and an even closer 0.18 meter (0.59 ft) minimum focusing distance when focused manually. It is an excellent choice for gimbal/grip mounting, whether shooting selfies or other subjects.

Smooth Operation and High Reliability in a Compact Lens

A focus hold button, focus mode switch, aperture ring, and other controls are designed and positioned for easy operation and a smooth workflow. Alternative functions that support the user’s individual shooting needs can be assigned to the focus hold button via camera body menu settings. The front lens element is fluorine coated to repel water and grime, and the lens is dust and moisture resistant design² provides the reliability needed for outdoor use in challenging conditions.

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MOUNT

Sony E-mount

FORMAT

35mm full frame

FOCAL-LENGTH (MM)

20

FOCAL LENGTH (35MM) (APS-C)

30

LENS GROUPS / ELEMENTS

12-14

ANGLE OF VIEW (35MM)

94

ANGLE OF VIEW (APS-C)

70²

MAXIMUM APERTURE (F)

1.8

MINIMUM APERTURE (F)

22

APERTURE BLADES

9

CIRCULAR APERTURE

Yes

MINIMUM FOCUS DISTANCE

0.19 m (AF), 0.18 m (MF) (0.63 ft (AF), 0.59 ft (MF))

MAXIMUM MAGNIFICATION RATIO (X)

0.20 (AF), 0.22 (MF)

FILTER DIAMETER (MM)

67

IMAGE STABILIZATION (STEADYSHOT)

- (body-integrated)

TELECONVERTER COMPATIBILITY (X1.4)

HOOD TYPE

Petal shape, bayonet type

DIMENSIONS (DIAMETER X LENGTH)

73.5×84.7 mm (3 × 3 3/8 in.)

WEIGHT

373 g (13.2 oz.)

• Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G Lens
• ALC-SH162 Hood
• ALC-F67S Lens front cap
• ALC-R1EM Lens rear cap
• Soft Case