Quick answer
The Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5 ZE is a ultra-wide prime lens covering 18mm at f/3.5 for the Pentax K mount. Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
About this lens
A 18mm f/3.5 wide-angle prime lens, the Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5 ZE is designed for Pentax K mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5 ZE specifications
What can you shoot with the Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5 ZE?
At 18mm this is a ultra-wide prime, which typically suits:
- Landscapes and big skies
- Architecture and interiors
- Astrophotography and night skies
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
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 | 18mm | 90° | 100.5° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 27mm | 67.4° | 77.4° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5 ZE use?
It uses the Pentax K mount, so it fits Pentax K cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5 ZE?
It is a fixed 18mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/3.5. That makes it a ultra-wide lens.
Is the Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5 ZE a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 18mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/3.5.
What is the Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5 ZE equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 27mm on full frame, with a 67.4° horizontal and 77.4° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5 ZE fit?
Any Pentax K-mount camera, including Pentax K-1, Pentax K-3, Pentax K-3 II, Pentax K-3 Mark III, and Pentax K-30 and 15 more.
Alternatives for Pentax K from other brands
All Pentax K lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
