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MFG# AFB060S-700
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The Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD Lens for Sony E is the world's first ultra wide-angle zoom lens for Sony E-mount APS-C mirrorless cameras that features an aperture of F2.8. Despite its fast F2.8 aperture, the lens is very small (3.4") and feels perfectly balanced attached to a compact APS-C...
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Venus Optics Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF Lens for Sony E, the world's first full-frame 35mm lens with f/0.95 ultra-fast aperture. It would be the fastest 35mm and widest f/0.95 lens for a full-frame mirrorless camera. This breakthrough of lens industry offers a 63.4° angle of view with extr...
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Venus Optics Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF Lens for Nikon Z, the world’s first full-frame 35mm lens with f/0.95 ultra-fast aperture. It would be the fastest 35mm and widest f/0.95 lens for a full-frame mirrorless camera. This breakthrough of lens industry offers a 63.4° angle of view with extraord...
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The Venus Optics Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF Lens for Canon RF, the world’s first full-frame 35mm lens with f/0.95 ultra-fast aperture. It would be the fastest 35mm and widest f/0.95 lens for a full-frame mirrorless camera. This breakthrough of lens industry offers a 63.4° angle of view with extraor

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A fast-aperture wide-angle prime for APS-C-format mirrorless cameras, the Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Canon RF
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The Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Fujifilm X is a wide-angle fast-aperture prime lens designed specifically for APS-C mirrorless system cameras (DC=APS-C, DN=mirrorless camera system design), delivering high resolution along with beautiful bokeh effects thanks to its F1.4 maximum
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The Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E is a wide-angle fast-aperture prime lens designed specifically for APS-C mirrorless system cameras (DC=APS-C, DN=mirrorless camera system design), delivering high resolution along with beautiful bokeh effects thanks to its F1.4 maximum ap
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The Sigma 17mm f/4 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E delivers supreme compactness in the widest "I series" lens to date. Announced concurrently with the 50mm F2 DG DN | Contemporary, this expands the I series to 9 lenses ranging from 17mm to 90mm. This super-compact, ultra-wide angle lens weighs
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The Pentaxs smcP FA 31mm f/1.8 Limited Lens (Black)
 is a high-performance, fast wide-angle lens for discriminating Pentax shooters. Fit and finish are on par with the world's best, and the nine-bladed aperture diaphragm renders unfocused highlights in a smooth, creamy palette of blurred color....
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The Fujifilm XF 18mm (27mm) F2.0 Lens is specifically designed for the Fujifilm X-Pro1 camera with an APS-C sensor. This Fujifilm 18mm f/2.0 XF R Lens is a lightweight, compact wide-angle "pancake" lens equivalent to 27mm in 35mm format. Using glass-mold aspheric lenses at the 5th and 7th...
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The Sony Sonnar T* FE 35mm f/2.8 ZA Lens features three double-sided aspherical elements (six aspherical surfaces) effectively control spherical aberration, while extensive application of the Zeiss T* coating not only minimizes flare and ghosting for natural color reproduction, but is instrumental...
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MFG# 20126
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The Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 Lens delivers the ideal blend of wide-angle versatility and high-speed performance. Designed for photographers and videographers who demand precision in every shot, this lens offers a natural 35mm focal length that mimics the human eye’s perspective, making it perfect

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MFG# AF 16/1.8 FE
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Featuring an ultrawide angle of view for Sony E-mount full-frame cameras, the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE Lens for Sony E is an ideal choice for a wide variety of photographic pursuits, including landscape and architecture photography, astrophotography, and creative videography requiring close-up
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Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Sony E is designed for full-frame DSLRs, and when used on digital cameras with an APS-C size image sensor, it effectively becomes a 38mm. The Sigma 24mm /1.4 lens is ideal for capturing a variety of photography subjects, including cityscapes, mountain ranges,...
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MFG# 5775C002
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The Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens is a superb choice for video content creation and still image shooting, with features that help enhance both! On full-frame cameras, the 15mm ultra-wide focal length creates an incredible super-wide look, and the coverage all the way up to 30mm let's
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Committed to highest quality Lenses that support latest camera technologies with high precision mechanics the brand new Voigtlander Super Wide-Heliar 15mm f/4.5 Aspherical III Lens for Sony E can be used on Sony E-Mount cameras without an adapter. This new line is covering an extreme wide angle...
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Unleash the power of your high-resolution Nikon HD-SLR. The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED Lens draws maximum definition and image quality from Nikon's high-pixel-count image sensors for truly dazzling photos and HD videos. With 63° of coverage, ED and AS glass elements for outstanding contrast...
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The OM System 17mm f/1.8 M.ZUIKO Wide-Angle Lens for Micro Four Thirds Mount is an all-metal 17mm prime lens designed for the Olympus line of micro four thirds cameras such as the E-PM2 and E-PL5 digital cameras. Its focal length is equivalent to 34mm in the 35mm format and its minimum focusing...
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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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Combining a comfortable wide-angle design with an ultra-fast maximum aperture, the 
Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Canon RF is part of Sigma's Contemporary series of lenses and designed for use with Canon RF-mount mirrorless cameras. Characterized by its bright f/1.4 maximum aperture,...
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MFG# 402965
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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.

Developed to feature a lightweight, compact package for everyday use, SIGMA DN...
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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# F3520-B-LM
Samy's Part# S-083179
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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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MFG# 6795C002
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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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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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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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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# 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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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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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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