Quick answer
A compact manual ultra-wide prime for Sony E-mount, weighing about 298 g with a 58mm filter thread. It has a 10-bladed aperture and focuses as close as 0.3 m.
Pros
- Very wide 15mm view
- Light at 298 g
- 58mm filter thread
- 10-bladed aperture
Cons
- Manual focus only
- f/4.5 is slow
- Colour shift on some bodies
Verdict
A small, well-regarded ultra-wide for travel and landscape work.
About this lens
This 15mm f/4.5 wide-angle prime lens from Voigtlander fits Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Voigtlander Super Wide-Heliar 15mm f/4.5 III specifications
- Brand
- Voigtlander
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 15mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.5
- Lens type
- Prime
- Aperture blades
- 10
- Autofocus motor
- none
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.3 m
- Filter thread
- 58 mm
- Weight
- 298 g
Specification source: cosina.co.jp
What can you shoot with the Voigtlander Super Wide-Heliar 15mm f/4.5 III?
- Landscapes
- Architecture
- Interiors
Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 15mm | 100.4° | 110.5° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 23mm | 77.3° | 87.8° |
Frequently asked questions
Can I use filters on the Voigtlander 15mm f/4.5?
Yes. It takes 58mm screw-in filters, which is unusual for an ultra-wide lens.
Does the Voigtlander 15mm f/4.5 work on Sony full-frame cameras?
Yes, it covers the full-frame sensor, though some bodies show slight colour casts at the edges.
How close can it focus?
Minimum focus is 0.3 m. That is close enough to place a foreground subject against a wide background.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
