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Wide-angle prime lenses

Top 10Wide-angle primesSonyCanon
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Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZASony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA1
Canon EF 35mm F1.4 II USMCanon EF 35mm F1.4 II USM2
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm F/1.4GNikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm F/1.4G3
Sony 24mm F2 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Distagon T*Sony 24mm F2 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Distagon T*4
Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STMCanon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM5
Fujifilm XF 23mm F2 R WRFujifilm XF 23mm F2 R WR6
Canon EF 35mm F/2 IS USMCanon EF 35mm F/2 IS USM7
Sony FE 35mm F2.8 ZA Carl Zeiss Sonnar T*Sony FE 35mm F2.8 ZA Carl Zeiss Sonnar T*8
Viltrox 20mm f/1.8 (Nikon Z)Viltrox 20mm f/1.8 (Nikon Z)9
Viltrox 20mm f/1.8Viltrox 20mm f/1.810
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm F/1.8GNikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm F/1.8G11
Canon EF 24mm F/1.4L II USMCanon EF 24mm F/1.4L II USM12
Viltrox AF 24mm f/1.8Viltrox AF 24mm f/1.813
Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DNSigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN14
Rokinon 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMCRokinon 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC15
Rokinon 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC (Nikon F)Rokinon 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC (Nikon F)16
Rokinon 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC (Sony E)Rokinon 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC (Sony E)17
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm F/1.4G EDNikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm F/1.4G ED18
Viltrox AF 23mm f/1.4Viltrox AF 23mm f/1.419
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN CSigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN C20
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Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZACanon EF 35mm F1.4 II USMNikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm F/1.4GSony 24mm F2 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Distagon T*Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STMFujifilm XF 23mm F2 R WRCanon EF 35mm F/2 IS USMSony FE 35mm F2.8 ZA Carl Zeiss Sonnar T*Viltrox 20mm f/1.8 (Nikon Z)Viltrox 20mm f/1.8Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm F/1.8GCanon EF 24mm F/1.4L II USMViltrox AF 24mm f/1.8Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DNRokinon 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMCRokinon 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC (Nikon F)Rokinon 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC (Sony E)Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm F/1.4G EDViltrox AF 23mm f/1.4Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN C
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Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA
Canon EF 35mm F1.4 II USM
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm F/1.4G
Sony 24mm F2 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Distagon T*
Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM
Fujifilm XF 23mm F2 R WR
Canon EF 35mm F/2 IS USM
Sony FE 35mm F2.8 ZA Carl Zeiss Sonnar T*
Viltrox 20mm f/1.8 (Nikon Z)
Viltrox 20mm f/1.8
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm F/1.8G
Canon EF 24mm F/1.4L II USM
Viltrox AF 24mm f/1.8
Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN
Rokinon 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC
Rokinon 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC (Nikon F)
Rokinon 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC (Sony E)
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm F/1.4G ED
Viltrox AF 23mm f/1.4
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN C
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Wide aperture (main camera)With a wider aperture the sensor can capture more light, helping to avoid blur by enabling a faster shutter speed. It also provides a shallow depth of field, allowing you to blur the background to focus attention on the subject.
Wide aperture (main camera)With a wider aperture the sensor can capture more light, helping to avoid blur by enabling a faster shutter speed. It also provides a shallow depth of field, allowing you to blur the background to focus attention on the subject.f/1.4
f/1.4
f/1.4
f/2.0
f/1.8
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f/2.8
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f/1.8
f/1.8
f/1.4
f/1.8
f/1.4
f/1.8
f/1.8
f/1.8
f/1.4
f/1.4
f/1.4
Aperture bladesThe aperture controls how much light gets through to the camera’s sensor. More blades is often an indicator of a better quality lens. It also allows you to achieve much nicer looking bokeh when blurring out your background, whereas a lens with less blades will often produce harsher, more polygonal bokeh.
Aperture bladesThe aperture controls how much light gets through to the camera’s sensor. More blades is often an indicator of a better quality lens. It also allows you to achieve much nicer looking bokeh when blurring out your background, whereas a lens with less blades will often produce harsher, more polygonal bokeh.9
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14
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Optical image stabilization (OIS)Optical image stabilization uses gyroscopic sensors to detect the vibrations of the camera. The lens adjusts the optical path accordingly, ensuring that any type of motion blur is corrected before the sensor captures the image.
Optical image stabilization (OIS)Optical image stabilization uses gyroscopic sensors to detect the vibrations of the camera. The lens adjusts the optical path accordingly, ensuring that any type of motion blur is corrected before the sensor captures the image.✖✖✖✖✔✖✔✖✖✖✖✖✔✖✖✖✖✖✖✖
Focus motorLenses with a built-in focus motor can autofocus even if the camera does not have its own focus motor.
Focus motorLenses with a built-in focus motor can autofocus even if the camera does not have its own focus motor.✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
Silent focus motor built into the lensLenses with built-in focus motor focus faster and more quietly than lenses without a focus motor which rely on the camera's body focus motor.
Silent focus motor built into the lensLenses with built-in focus motor focus faster and more quietly than lenses without a focus motor which rely on the camera's body focus motor.✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✖✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
Weather-sealed (splashproof)The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
Weather-sealed (splashproof)The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.✔✔✔✔✖✔✖✔✔✔✖✔✖✔✔✔✔✖✔✔
DxOMark scoreDxOMark is a set of tests to measure the performance and quality of lenses and cameras. The DxOMark score is the overall score given to the lens.
DxOMark scoreDxOMark is a set of tests to measure the performance and quality of lenses and cameras. The DxOMark score is the overall score given to the lens.44
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Sharpness resultThe sharpness result from the DxOMark set of metrics. This result is based on the MTF (modulation transfer function) measurement, and gives an overall indication of the sharpness of images produced by the lens.
Sharpness resultThe sharpness result from the DxOMark set of metrics. This result is based on the MTF (modulation transfer function) measurement, and gives an overall indication of the sharpness of images produced by the lens.36 P-MPix
37 P-MPix
15 P-MPix
13 P-MPix
N.A.52 P-MPix
11 P-MPix
32 P-MPix
N.A.N.A.9 P-MPix
11 P-MPix
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VignettingThe vignetting result from the DxOMark set of metrics. Vignetting refers to when the brightness of an image changes from the center towards the edges, resulting in darkened corners. A result of 0 is perfect and the image will have no vignetting.
VignettingThe vignetting result from the DxOMark set of metrics. Vignetting refers to when the brightness of an image changes from the center towards the edges, resulting in darkened corners. A result of 0 is perfect and the image will have no vignetting.-1.7
-2.3
-2.1
-1.8
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-1.8
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-0.9
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DistortionThe distortion result from the DxOMark set of metrics. Distortion in the lens refers to the variation of magnification throughout the image. More distortion will result in straight lines being recorded incorrectly in the image.
DistortionThe distortion result from the DxOMark set of metrics. Distortion in the lens refers to the variation of magnification throughout the image. More distortion will result in straight lines being recorded incorrectly in the image.0.5%
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Minimum focus distanceThis is the closest distance that the lens can focus. A shorter minimum focus distance allows you to get closer to your subject, and is particularly important when doing macro photography.
Minimum focus distanceThis is the closest distance that the lens can focus. A shorter minimum focus distance allows you to get closer to your subject, and is particularly important when doing macro photography.0.3 m
0.28 m
0.3 m
0.1 m
0.14 m
0.22 m
0.25 m
0.35 m
0.25 m
0.25 m
0.25 m
0.25 m
0.3 m
0.23 m
0.2 m
0.2 m
0.2 m
0.25 m
0.25 m
0.25 m
WeightWe consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
WeightWe consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.630 g
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120 g
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Wide-Angle Prime Lenses & the Power of Perspective

Wide-angle prime lenses are essential tools in a photographer's arsenal, allowing for unique and expansive perspectives in various genres of photography. These lenses offer a wider field of view, capturing more of the scene and creating a sense of depth and spatial context. In this guide, we will delve into the world of wide-angle prime lenses and explore their capabilities. While we won't discuss specific lens models, you can refer to the comparison chart above for detailed specifications and features. Join us as we uncover the key factors to consider when choosing the best wide-angle prime lens to expand your photographic horizons.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Wide-Angle Prime Lens

Focal Length

Wide-angle prime lenses typically have focal lengths below 35mm, providing expansive views and emphasizing perspective. Consider the desired focal length based on your photographic needs. Shorter focal lengths, such as 20mm or 24mm, offer an ultra-wide perspective, while slightly longer focal lengths, like 35mm, strike a balance between wide-angle and normal perspective.

Maximum Aperture

The maximum aperture of a wide-angle prime lens influences its low-light performance and ability to achieve shallow depth of field. Look for lenses with wider maximum apertures, typically ranging from f/1.4 to f/2.8, to capture images in challenging lighting conditions and create selective focus effects when desired.

Image Quality

Wide-angle lenses should deliver excellent image quality across the frame, minimizing distortion, chromatic aberration, and vignetting. Look for lenses with advanced optical designs, aspherical or specialized elements, and high-quality lens coatings to ensure sharpness, clarity, and accurate color rendition.

Build Quality

Consider the build quality and durability of the wide-angle prime lens. Look for lenses constructed with robust materials and weather sealing, allowing you to use them in various environments confidently. A well-built lens ensures longevity and reliability, even during demanding shooting conditions.

Autofocus and Manual Focus Capabilities

Evaluate the autofocus performance of wide-angle prime lenses, considering speed, accuracy, and responsiveness. Some lenses also provide manual focus options, allowing for precise control over focus adjustments. Determine the autofocus system that aligns with your shooting style and preferences.

Size and Weight

Consider the size and weight of the wide-angle prime lens, as it can impact portability and convenience. Lighter and more compact lenses are easier to carry, especially for outdoor and travel photography. However, balance the lens's size with the desired optical performance and build quality.

Conclusion

Wide-angle prime lenses offer photographers the ability to capture expansive perspectives and create visually stunning images. When selecting a wide-angle prime lens, consider factors such as focal length, maximum aperture, image quality, build quality, autofocus capabilities, and size. While specific lens models are not discussed in this guide, you can refer to the comparison chart above for detailed information. With the right wide-angle prime lens in your kit, you can unleash the power of perspective and elevate your photography to new heights, capturing scenes with depth, drama, and a unique visual impact.

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