Quick answer
The Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 is a ultra-wide prime lens covering 13mm at f/1.4 for the Sony E mount. Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
About this lens
The Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 13mm at f/1.4 for Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 specifications
- Brand
- Viltrox
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 13mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.4
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Optical construction
- 14 elements in 11 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Autofocus motor
- STM+Lead screw
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.22 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.1x
- Filter thread
- 67 mm
- Weight
- 415 g
- Length
- 90 mm
- Diameter
- 74 mm
Specification source: viltrox.com
What can you shoot with the Viltrox 13mm f/1.4?
At 13mm this is a ultra-wide prime, which typically suits:
- Landscapes and big skies
- Architecture and interiors
- Astrophotography and night skies
Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 20mm | 85.4° | 95.9° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 use?
It uses the Sony E mount, so it fits Sony E cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Viltrox 13mm f/1.4?
It is a fixed 13mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.4. That makes it a ultra-wide lens.
Is the Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 13mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/1.4.
What is the Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 20mm on full frame, with a 85.4° horizontal and 95.9° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 fit?
Any Sony E-mount camera, including Sony A1, Sony A3000, Sony A5000, Sony A5100, and Sony A6000 and 28 more.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.