Full frame sized imageLenses that create APS-C sized image are designed for digital only. They cannot be used on cameras that have image sensor larger than the APS-C format. These lenses are not suitable for film cameras either. Ultrasonic AFLenses with ultrasonic focusing mechanism tend to be quiter and faster than traditionally focusing lenses. No stepping motor AFLenses with stepping motor focusing mechanism are better for contrast based focusing, and are quiter and faster than traditionally focusing lenses. Not stabilizedImage stabilization helps to reduce blur caused by hand shake, especially at high focal length or in low light situations. Image stabilization can give 1 to 3 stop advantage over none stabilized lens, based on the reciprocal rule. Metal mountCheaper lenses are usually equipped with plastic mount, while more expensive, professional lenses have metal mount. In general, metal mounts are more durable, and a good thing to have when lenses are changed a lot. When a camera is used mainly with one lens, the material of the lens mount is not that important. Supports drop-in filtersDrop-in filters are used in those lenses where either the front lens is too large, or the field of view doesn't permit the use of traditional filters at the front of the lens. Usually bright tele and ultra-wide angle lenses support this filter type. |
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This large-aperture f/2.8 lens has an angle of view of 114 degrees and a minimum shooting distance of 18 cm. The HSM ensures a quiet, high-speed AF. The use of two asperical lenses ensures that there is sufficient light at the corners of the image. If filter use is desired, a gelatin-type filter can be inserted into the filter holder near the lens mount. A highly corrected rectilinear lens of the utmost quality.
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Available mount(s) | Canon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K, Sony / Minolta A, Sigma |
Application(s) | Landscape, Interiors, Architecture |
Category(s) | Ultra-wide prime |
Multiplier | 1× |
Stabilizer | no |
Focal length | 14 mm (prime) |
Lens construction | 14 elements in 10 groups |
Angle of view |
35mm: 114.2° digital: 83.2° |
Number of blades | 7 |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 |
Minimum aperture | f/22 |
Minimum focusing distance | 18 cm |
Magnification | 0.2× |
Filter size | N/A |
Size | ∅ 82 × 91 mm |
Weight | 630 g |
Notes |
Filter: gelatin |
AF speed | N/A |
AF sound | |
Internal focusing | N/A |
Internal zoom | N/A |
Fix front lens | N/A |
Mount type | metal |
Weather sealed | N/A |
Drop in filter | yes |
Ultrasonic AF | yes |
Stepping motor AF | no |
APS-C sized circle | no |
Low dispersion lens element | N/A |
Hard case | N/A |
Soft case | N/A |
Lens hood | N/A |
Tripod adapter | N/A |
Discontinued | yes |