Carl Zeiss Jena Flektogon 20mm f/4 vs Vivitar 28mm f/2.8 Wide Angle
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Vivitar 28mm f/2.8 Wide Angle is faster by 1 stop (f/2.8 vs f/4.0), letting in more light.
- Carl Zeiss Jena Flektogon 20mm f/4 goes wider (20mm vs 28mm).
- Vivitar 28mm f/2.8 Wide Angle reaches further (28mm vs 20mm).
| Spec | Jena Flektogon 20mm f/4 | 28mm f/2.8 Wide Angle |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Carl Zeiss | Vivitar |
| Mount | M42 | M42 |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 20mm (wider) | 28mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 | f/2.8 (faster) |
Carl Zeiss Jena Flektogon 20mm f/4
The Carl Zeiss Jena Flektogon 20mm f/4 is a manual-focus wide-angle prime lens covering 20mm at f/4 for M42 mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Vivitar 28mm f/2.8 Wide Angle
The Vivitar 28mm f/2.8 Wide Angle is a manual-focus wide-angle prime lens covering 28mm at f/2.8 for M42 mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.