Zeiss Batis Distagon T* 2.8/18mm

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Zeiss Batis Distagon T* 2.8/18mm
Zeiss Batis Distagon F2.8 18mm.jpg
Maker Zeiss
Lens mount(s) Sony E-mount
Technical data
Type Prime
Focus drive Linear motor
Focal length18mm
Image format 35mm full-frame
Aperture (max/min)f/2.8 - f/22.0
Close focus distance0.25 metres (0.82 ft)
Max. magnification0.11x
Diaphragm blades9
Construction11 elements in 10 groups
Features
Manual focus override Yes check.svg Yes
Weather-sealing Yes check.svg Yes
Lens-based stabilization X mark.svg No
Aperture ringX mark.svg No
Unique featuresDigital focus distance scale
ApplicationLandscape, Architectural
Physical
Max. length80 millimetres (3.1 in)
Diameter78 millimetres (3.1 in)
Weight330 grams (0.73 lb)
History
Introduction2016
Retail info
MSRP $1499 USD

The Zeiss Batis Distagon T* 2.8/18mm is a full-frame (FE) wide-angle prime lens for the Sony E-mount, announced by Zeiss on April 14, 2016. [1]

Contents

Though designed for Sony's full frame E-mount cameras, the lens can be used on Sony's APS-C E-mount camera bodies, with an equivalent full-frame field-of-view of 27mm.

Build quality

The lens features a minimalist weather resistant plastic construction with a matte black finish and a rubber focus ring. On the top of the lens is the OLED display that highlights the focus distance and depth of field range of the lens, which can be set to display at all times, never, or only when focusing manually.

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References

  1. "Zeiss Batis 18mm F2.8: Digital Photography Review". dpreview . Retrieved 2017-06-28.