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E 11mm F1.8
- 11mm
- f/1.8
- Prime
- 181 g
- Min focus 0.15 m
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Quick answer
A wide-angle prime for APS-C E-mount with an f/1.8 aperture. At about 181 g it is compact, and it focuses as close as 0.15 m.
Pros
- Bright f/1.8
- Compact
- Close focus to 0.15 m
Cons
- No stabilization
- Relies on software distortion correction
Verdict
It is a small, bright wide prime for Sony crop-sensor bodies.
About this lens
Sony E 11mm F1.8: a fast wide-angle prime lens with a 11mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Sony E 11mm F1.8 specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 11mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Released
- 2022
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.15 m
- Filter thread
- 55 mm
- Weight
- 181 g
- Length
- 57.5 mm
- Diameter
- 66 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony E 11mm F1.8?
- Vlogging
- Landscape
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 17mm | 95° | 105.3° |
Frequently asked questions
What is the equivalent focal length?
About 16.5mm on a full-frame equivalent basis, which is a wide-angle field of view suited to landscapes and vlogging.
Is the Sony E 11mm F1.8 good for vlogging?
Yes. Its wide field and light weight suit handheld vlogging.
Is the Sony E 11mm F1.8 APS-C only?
Yes. Its image circle is sized for APS-C sensors, so on a full-frame body it would force a crop or show vignetting.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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