Quick answer
The Carl Zeiss Distagon 18mm f/4 is a ultra-wide prime lens covering 18mm at f/4.0 for the Sony E mount. Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
About this lens
The Carl Zeiss Distagon 18mm f/4 is a wide-angle prime lens covering 18mm at f/4 for Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Carl Zeiss Distagon 18mm f/4 specifications
- Brand
- Carl Zeiss
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 18mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.0
- Lens type
- Prime
What can you shoot with the Carl Zeiss Distagon 18mm f/4?
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 Carl Zeiss Distagon 18mm f/4 use?
It uses the Sony E mount, so it fits Sony E cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Carl Zeiss Distagon 18mm f/4?
It is a fixed 18mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/4.0. That makes it a ultra-wide lens.
Is the Carl Zeiss Distagon 18mm f/4 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/4.0.
What is the Carl Zeiss Distagon 18mm f/4 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 Carl Zeiss Distagon 18mm f/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.
