The design of the new lens features two AA (Advanced Aspherical) elements and three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements to effectively suppress chromatic aberrations and ensure high image quality across the entire frame even at the maximum aperture of F1.8. The lens offers excellent performance in close-up photography with a minimum focusing distance of 0.19 meters (maximum magnification: 0.2x) and delivers impressive bokeh.
The compact design and versatile applications of the new SEL-20F18G make it the perfect all-rounder for photographers and videographers. Thanks to its small size and lightweight of only 373 grams, it is ideal for mobile use - especially in combination with a compact Sony E-Mount camera and when using gimbals or accessory grips.
Furthermore, the two XD (extreme dynamic) linear motors provide fast, precise, and quiet focusing for both photo and video shooting.
The FE 20mm F1.8 G lens is dust and moisture resistant and coated with fluorine on the front element. It is equipped with a customizable focus hold button and a aperture ring with an on/off switch. Additionally, it is compatible with a variety of 67mm filters that open up even more creative possibilities.
When developing lenses, Sony's top priority is to meet customer demands. Many landscape photographers using the Sony E-Mount system have expressed the desire for a fast, particularly lightweight, and versatile ultra-wide-angle premium lens, explains Yann Salmon Legagneur, Director of Product Marketing, Digital Imaging, Sony Europe. With the new SEL-20F18G, Sony is precisely responding to this request for a combination of excellent image quality, portability, and outstanding AF performance. It is suitable for video shooting with both full-frame and APS-C cameras and represents an important addition to Sony's lens lineup.