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MFG# HX09
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The Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 9mm f/1.7 ASPH. Lens is for use by professionals and high amateur users for both photo shooting and video recording, capable of smooth, silent operation to work with the camera's high-speed, high-precision contrast AF system with the sensor drive at max.240 fps.
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The Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 Lens is the slimmest, lightest Z series lens. Less than one inch thick and featherlight, yet capable of delivering lifelike sharpness, beautifully blurred backgrounds, versatile low light performance and a creative field of view. This is a pancake prime ideal for
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The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Micro Four Thirds offers a 32mm focal length (35mm equivalent) withthe same f-number of 1.4. This is the large-diameter wide-angle lens for which mirrorless camerausers have been waiting.


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The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Sony is the world’s first interchangeable lens formirrorless Sony E-mount cameras in the APS-C format to offer a 24mm focal length (35mm equivalent)and F1.4 brightness.

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MFG# AF 13/1.4 E
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Ideal for landscapes, cityscapes, street scenes, architecture, and more, the 
Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 FE Lens for Sony E is a sleek ultra-wide prime lens characterized by its portability, advanced optical design, and intuitive handling. Its fast f/1.4 maximum aperture balances size and speed and...
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MFG# AF 13/1.4 XF
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Ideal for landscapes, cityscapes, street scenes, architecture, and more, the 
Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 XF Lens for Fujifilm X is a sleek ultra-wide prime lens characterized by its portability, advanced optical design, and intuitive handling. Its fast f/1.4 maximum aperture balances size and speed...
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MFG# 1913
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The Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens provides superb manual focus wide-angle lens for landscapes or extreme portraits. AF Nikkor lenses work with Nikon SLRs for optimal performance, even the very latest. The Nikon 20mm f2.8D AF Wide-Angle Nikkor is a compact ultra...
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Featuring a sleek design and a versatile focal length, the 
TTArtisan APO 35mm f/2 Lens for Leica M is a flexible wide-angle prime for Leica M-mount rangefinder cameras and other full-frame M-mount cameras. Well-suited to everyday shooting applications including street, landscape, portraiture,...
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With the growth of the VR headset market, there is an excellent opportunity for Content creators to create CAMERA-CAPTURED con-tent, and to expand their audience by creating 3D experiences with a level of 3D immersion not possible with traditional flat 2-dimensional content. And now you can capture...
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MFG# 16523169
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The Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR Lens (Black) is a wide-angle lens with advanced image resolution, capable of drawing out the full performance of Fujifilm's proprietary X-Trans CMOS sensor. It has a similar size and design flair of the existing XF35mmF2 R WR, to make up a stylish collection of compact...
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MFG# 301306
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The Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM Lens is designed for Nikon DX format cameras. Its 35mm focal length is in the category of standard focal length lenses. The lens’ optimized light distribution helps to minimize field curvature preventing a loss of image quality at the edges of photographs and its double-sided...
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MFG# 16611681
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The Fujifilm XF 16mm f/2.8 R WR Lens (Silver) features a focal length equivalent to 24mm (in the 35mm format) and has a maximum aperture of F2.8. It helps to deliver the best results from Fujifilm’s unique X-Trans
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MFG# 16611655
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The Fujifilm XF 16mm f/2.8 R WR Lens (Black) features a focal length equivalent to 24mm (in the 35mm format) and has a maximum aperture of F2.8. It helps to deliver the best results from Fujifilm’s unique X-Trans
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MFG# 16481878
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The Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR Lens (Black) offers a focal length equivalent to 53mm with the angle of view similar to that of the human eye and a maximum aperture of F2.0. It delivers sharp images with rich bokeh. The optical construction of 9 elements in 6 groups (including two aspherical ...
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MFG# A03B
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Fast and wide, the TTArtisan 21mm f/1.5 Lens for Leica M
 is an ultra-wide prime designed for Leica M-mount rangefinder cameras. The broad field of view is complemented by the bright f/1.5 maximum aperture, which excels in low-light conditions as well as for isolating subjects using selective focus...
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MFG# VE7520MFTSTBLK
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The Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm f/2 MFT Lens for Micro Four Thirds (Black) is currently the widest rectilinear lens currently in the market for Micro Four Thirds Cameras. It gives an field of view equivalent to 15mm lenses in 35mm sensors. This allows MFT users to enjoy an impressive 110° ultra wide angle of view

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MFG# AF 35/1.8 Z
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Compact and comfortable, the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 Lens for Nikon Z
 is a wide-angle prime lens designed for full-frame-format Nikon Z mirrorless cameras. The versatile wide field of view is suitable for a broad range of subjects from portraiture to reportage, and the fast f/1.8 design excels in...
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MFG# AF 28/1.8 FE
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An excellent choice for street photography, landscapes, and travel, the Viltrox AF 28mm f/1.8 Lens for Sony E 
offers outstanding sharpness and autofocus performance in a compact and lightweight design. Offered here in a Sony E-mount, this fast wide-angle prime makes a reliable travel companion...
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MFG# AF 28/1.8 Z
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An obvious choice for street photography, landscapes, and travel, the 
Viltrox AF 28mm f/1.8 Lens for Nikon Z offers outstanding sharpness and autofocus performance in a compact and lightweight design. Offered here in a Nikon Z-mount, this fast wide-angle prime makes a reliable travel companion...
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MFG# AF 24/1.8 FE
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Characterized by its sleek design, the Viltrox AF 24mm f/1.8 Lens for Sony E
 is a 24mm wide-angle prime lens designed for Sony E full-frame mirrorless cameras. The flexible wide-angle focal length pairs with the bright f/1.8 maximum aperture to suit working in a variety of lighting conditions...
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MFG# AF 24/1.8 Z
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Characterized by its sleek design, the Viltrox AF 24mm f/1.8 Lens for Nikon Z
 is a 24mm wide-angle prime lens designed for Nikon Z full-frame mirrorless cameras. The flexible wide-angle focal length pairs with the bright f/1.8 maximum aperture to suit working in a variety of lighting conditions...
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MFG# 20118
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An essential lens for creators, the Nikon
NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens is the widest APS-C size/DX format zoom lens for Z series cameras. Built with an ultra-wide field of view ideal for content creators and vloggers, plus the versatility of a motorized, yet silent Power Zoom function...
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MFG# SEL20F28
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Three aspherical lens elements correct distortions and aberrations makes the Sony 20mm f/2.8 AF E Mount Lens a must. In particular, image quality in peripheral areas has been dramatically improved compared to previous lenses. The high resolution and excellent contrast assures richly detailed images...
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MFG# 6262C002
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The Canon RF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens combines optical excellence with cutting-edge performance, providing an ultra-wide angle of view in a compact, portable package, perfect for EOS R cameras with an APS-C sensor. The optical performance is a direct result of a totally new lens design,

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MFG# AF 23/1.4 XF
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Characterized by its sleek and versatile design, the Viltrox AF 23mm f/1.4 XF V2 Lens for Fujifilm X 
is a 35mm-equivalent wide-angle prime lens designed for APS-C-format FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless cameras. The flexible wide-angle focal length pairs with the bright f/1.4 maximum aperture to suit...
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MFG# 6128C002
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The Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM Lens is a super-compact, wide-angle lens great for travel, street photography, and video and is a great entry point for full frame EOS R cameras. Great for still photography and videography, 28mm has been the starting point for getting a wide-angle 'look' in pictures
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Compact, versatile, speedy and affordable, the Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM Lens is a terrific complement to any EOS R series digital camera. Offering an ultra-wide angle of view and a bright f/2.8 aperture, it's an excellent choice whether taking interior photos in tight spaces, seeking out the perfect

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The Tamron 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M 1:2 Lens for Sony E is fast handling and packs expressive power that is the signature of fixed focal lenses. It’s the ideal first ultra wide-angle lens for any photographer. It is designed exclusively for mirrorless cameras. Light weight and compact, the Model F050

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The Panasonic LUMIX G 20mm f/1.7 II Lens features a new metallic profile in the Micro Four Thirds standard. It boasts dramatic compactness and light weight despite its f/1.7 aperture that enables beautiful soft focus in the background, allowing the subject to stand out impressively.

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The Tokina atx-m 23mm f/1.4 Lens for Sony E features a wide-angle view approximately equal to 35mm lenses with full frame sensor cameras. This lens is designed for amateur and professional photographers shooting landscapes, street scenes, and close-up photos.


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Make your photos and videos stand out with Nikon's largest aperture APS-C size/DX-format prime lens. The Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7 Lens is brighter than a typical kit lens. Capable of creating extraordinary shallow depth of field and beautiful background blur. Easy to carry. Fun to shoot. So
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Presenting Tokina atx-m 23mm F1.4 X - fast prime lens for Fuji X mirrorless camera mount.

The Tokina atx-m 23mm f/1.4 X Lens for Fujifilm X featuring angle of view equal to approx. 35mm in full frame (wide angle) is designed to be an ideal tool for amateur or even semi - professional photographer

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MFG# AFF053S700
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The Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M 1:2 Lens for Sony E is a wide-angle, fixed focal lens suitable for just about every shooting situation. The 35mm focal length is wide angle-of-view, but natural perspective and field-of-view for instinctive image capture. The lens is great for many different

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MFG# AFF051S700
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The Tamron 24mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M 1:2 Lens for Sony E makes it possible to shoot up close with a wide-angle lens. This lens is your key to the exciting universe of wide-angle photography. The wide-angle field-of-view provided by the 24mm focal length devours expansive scenery, landscapes and urban scenes; it’s the perfect

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Like taking walks with your camera? Finding inspiration in everyday life? The Nikon NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 Lens - Refurbished is the ultra-compact lens for you. It's a joy to carry and shoot: one of the smallest, lightest Z primes. It's versatile: a classic focal length for candid street work. It's
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Wide angle lenses are vital pieces of equipment for photographers across various disciplines.  The wide-angle lenses allow photographers to capture immersive fields of green, vast starry nights, and even something closer to home, like a client's living room, all while making the space feel large and expansive. 

A wide angle lens has a focal length of 35mm or shorter, giving you a larger field of view and enabling you to fit more into the frame. Wide-angle lenses allow you to capture more of a scene than a typical camera lens would allow so you can add more contextual background to your image while still focusing on the subject.

There are a few types of wide-angle lenses, including: 


  • Ultra-Wide Angle Lens: considered focal lengths under 16mm.
  • Wide Angle Lens: ranges from 16mm to 24mm.
  • Standard Wide Angle Lenses: range from 24mm to 35mm.

When you're choosing a wide angle lens, you'll have a choice between prime and zoom lenses. Prime wide angle lenses have a fixed focal length and are generally lighter and more cost-effective. You can also find wide-angle zoom lenses that provide a range of focal lengths in one lens. Popular wide-angle zoom lenses include the 10-18mm, 12-24mm, and 16-35mm.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


What Focal Length Is Considered a Wide Angle Lens?

A wide angle camera lens has a focal length of 35mm or shorter. This gives you a wide field of view and more space to catch stunning scenery. If the lens has a focal length of less than 24mm, it's considered an ultra-wide angle or fisheye lens.

What Brands of Wide Angle Lenses Are Popular?

Many people like to choose a wide angle lens from the same manufacturer that made their camera body. As a result, Sony, Nikon, and Canon wide angle lenses are all very popular. However, Zeiss, Tamron, Sigma, and Hasselblad wide angle lenses are also very popular.

Are Wide Angle Lenses Suitable for All Types of Photography?

While wide-angle lenses are versatile, they are not suitable for all types of photography. For example, they may not be the best choice for portrait photography as they can distort facial features. However, they excel in capturing landscapes, architecture, and other scenes where a large field of view is desired.

Can Wide Angle Lenses Be Used for Video?

Yes, wide-angle lenses can be excellent for video work, especially for vlogs, travel videos, and scenes where you want to capture a broad field of view. The expansive angle allows for more of the environment to be included, offering context to the viewer.

Can Wide Angle Lenses Capture Macro Shots?

While wide-angle lenses are not designed for macro photography, some have a relatively close minimum focusing distance that allows for capturing subjects at a close range. However, they won't offer the same level of detail as a specialized macro lens.

What Is a Fisheye Lens?

A fisheye lens is an extreme form of an ultra-wide-angle lens, usually with a focal length of 8mm to 15mm on a full-frame camera. These lenses create a distorted, spherical view of the world, which can be artistically interesting but is not to everyone's taste.

How Do I Avoid Distortion in Wide-Angle Photography?

Distortion is a common issue in wide-angle photography, particularly around the edges of the frame. Some cameras offer built-in distortion correction, and post-processing software can also correct this.

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