A compact wide-angle prime for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, this 7artisans 12mm f/2.8 Mark II Lens for Sony Efrom 7artisans 12mm f/2.8 Mark II Lens for Sony Eis an all-manual lens well-suited for landscape, cityscape, and architectural subjects requiring a broad field of view. The lens's f/2.8 maximum aperture benefits working in a variety of lighting conditions and helps to maintain the small and lightweight form factor for handheld shooting. Its manual focus design is complemented by both depth of field and distance scales for utilizing pre-focusing and zone focusing techniques. Additionally, the lens permits working with subjects as close as 7.9" away.

E-Mount Lens/APS-C Format    18mm (35mm Equivalent)    Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/16    Manual Focus Design    De-Clicked Aperture Ring    Minimum Focus Distance: 5.9"    5-Blade Diaphragm    Depth of Field and Distance Scales

Wide-angle prime is designed for Sony E-mount APS-C-format mirrorless cameras and offers a 18mm equivalent focal length.

Bright f/2.8 maximum aperture suits working in a variety of lighting conditions and contributes to the sleek form factor.

Manual focus design permits working with subjects as close as 5.9" away.

De-clicked aperture ring offers silent, smooth adjustment that is well-suited to video applications.

5-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.

Metal lens barrel offers increased durability while remaining lightweight.

Permits using 67mm filters.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this Lens compatible Sony F Nex 100, which is not a DSLR?

A: It is, it's an e mount

Q: 2. Whats the difference between the MK II lens and the normal 12MM? Does it use ED glass like the Cine Version?

A: According to the manufacturer, the five (5) main differences between the original 7artisans Photoelectric 12mm f/2.8 Lens and the new 7artisans Photoelectric 12mm f/2.8 Mark II Lens for Micro Four Thirds are the following: (1) the appearance, optical design, and structure of the lenses are different; (2) the minimum focus distance of the original lens is 0.2 meters (7.87 inches), whereas the minimum focus distance for the Mark II lens is closer at 0.15 meters (5.9 inches); (3) the new Mark II lens adds options for the Nikon Z and Canon EOS R lens mounts; (4) the original lens did not support the use of filters, whereas the Mark II supports 67mm filters; and finally, (5) the new Mark II lens has improved image quality with increased edge resolution and reduced overall distortion. Unfortunately, 7artisans did not mention the presence of ED or aspherical glass elements.

Q: 3. May we use it on a Panasonic GH5? What we need extra to fit onto a GH 5?

A: No, the Nikon 1 version cannot fit on the GH5, however if you get the micro four thirds version it will fit on the GH5 and that is without an adapter.

Q: 4. Highlights says 18mm info says 12mm. Which is it?

A: The 7artisans Photoelectric 12mm f/2.8 Mark II Lens for Sony E would have the focal length equivalent of an 18mm lens used on a full frame camera.

Q: 5. Is there a comparable FX lens to this DX lens?

A: 7artisans do not have a Macro lens in the Full Frame FX format. There are other options, but nothing from that company. Please check this link for available Full Frame FX lenses for the Nikon Z-Mount. https://bhpho.to/3w5FP6Q.

Q: 6. Will this lens work on full frame cameras?

A: No, it will not. The Opteka 12mm f/2.8 Lens for Canon EF-M, B&H # OPTM1228C, is designed for use with the smaller Canon EF-M lens mount, and is not compatible for use with the larger Canon EF lens mount. If you are looking for an inexpensive full-frame 12mm lens for use on the Canon EF lens mount, the Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye Lens for Canon EF Mount, B&H # SA12F28FFFLC, would work for your usage needs. I personally feel the best option would be the Venus Optics Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D Lens for Canon EF (Black), B&H # VE1228CEF, at the 12mm focal length.

Q: 7. Does the focus ring direction match that of the Fuji native lenses such as the 16 mm 1.4 or is it backwards?

A: The Fujifilm XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR Lens focuses infinity to the right like Nikon. The Opteka 12mm f/2.8 Lens for Fujifilm Xfocuses infinity to the left like Canon.

Q: 8. Does Photoelectric mean, the lens adds EXIF data to photos?

A: Photoelectric is just a brand name. 7artisans Photoelectric 12mm f/2.8 Mark II Lens for Canon RF does not add EXIF data to the photos unfortunately.

Q: 9. Will this work autofocus and auto on a D5300??

A: This lens is fully manual and does not offer any autofocusing system.

Q: 10. I see that this lens is meant for Nikon CX platform. Any chance for DX? Specifically the D5200

A: No, this lens is not designed for use with Nikon DX cameras, it is intended for use with the Nikon 1 system.