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Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S
- 20mm
- f/1.8
- Prime
- 505 g
- Min focus 0.2 m
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Quick answer
The Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S is a fast wide-angle prime for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with an S-Line build, popular for landscapes, interiors and astrophotography.
Pros
- f/1.8 aperture
- Sharp across the frame
- Weather-sealed
- Well controlled coma
Cons
- No lens-based stabilization
- Relatively large (505 g)
Verdict
A strong wide prime for night sky and landscape work on Z cameras.
About this lens
This 20mm f/1.8 fast wide-angle prime lens from Nikon fits Nikon Z mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon Z
- Focal length
- 20mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2020
- Optical construction
- 14 elements in 11 groups
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.2 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.19x
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 505 g
- Length
- 108.5 mm
- Diameter
- 84.5 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S?
- Astrophotography
- Landscapes
- Interiors
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
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 | 20mm | 84° | 94.5° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 30mm | 61.9° | 71.6° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nikkor Z 20mm f/1.8 S good for astrophotography?
Yes. The f/1.8 aperture and low coma suit star fields, and the wide field covers a large part of the sky.
What filter size does the Nikkor Z 20mm f/1.8 S use?
It uses 77mm filters. Check the thread size before buying polarizers or ND filters so they fit without step-up rings.
Is the Nikkor Z 20mm f/1.8 S a full-frame lens?
Yes. It is made for full-frame Z cameras and works on DX Z bodies as a 30mm-equivalent lens.
Alternatives for Nikon Z from other brands
All Nikon Z lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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