Zeiss
Zeiss Batis 2.8/18
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 86.3 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 77.0 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 92.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 75.9 |
Age adjustment: ×0.86 (older models get a slight downward adjustment so newer products with current technology are fairly represented).
📖 Overview
The Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 is a premium ultra-wide prime lens renowned for its exceptional sharpness and build quality. It excels in landscape, astrophotography, and architectural photography where corner-to-corner detail is paramount, but carries a hefty price tag compared to similar focal lengths.
📸 Browse 20 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
|---|---|
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Mount | Sony E |
| AF Motor | Linear Motor |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 25.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.105x |
| Elements / Groups | 11 elements in 10 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Filter Diameter | 77mm |
| Weight | 330g |
| Dimensions | 100.0 x 80.0mm |
| Release Year | 2016 |
| MSRP | $1,499 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Zeiss Batis 2.8/18
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Zeiss Batis 2.8/18, sourced from SampleShots.
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