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AstrHori 9mm f/2.8
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AstrHori · 9 mm · f/2.8 · Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, Canon RF, Micro Four Thirds mount · APS-C

AstrHori 9mm f/2.8

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KEY FACTS
BrandAstrHori
Announcement dateOct 2025
Released2025
Production started2025
Production statusIn Production
What We Like
+Ultra-wide 111.4° field of view with near-zero distortion in non-fisheye design
+Fast f/2.8 maximum aperture for low-light performance and astrophotography
+Compact and lightweight at 306.5g with all-metal construction
+Advanced optical design with 1 aspherical and 2 ED elements for sharp, clear images
+Affordable price point at $169 USD
+Manual focus with depth-of-field scale and smooth focus ring suitable for precise work
Worth Knowing
−Manual focus only with no autofocus capability or electronic contacts
−Center sharpness at f/2.8 is good but not exceptional compared to premium alternatives
−Not suitable for photographers seeking professional-grade optical performance
−Requires deliberate composition and manual control, limiting appeal for fast-paced shooting

General

Brand
AstrHori
Announcement date
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Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
Oct 2025
Released
ⓘ
Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2025
Production started
2025
Production status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Read our notes on general
The AstrHori 9mm f/2.8 is a manual focus ultra-wide prime lens designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras, offering a dramatic 111.4° field of view with near-zero distortion for just $169. Built with all-metal construction and featuring a fast f/2.8 aperture with advanced optics including aspherical and ED elements, it excels at landscape, architectural, and astrophotography. While its manual focus limits broader appeal, it delivers excellent value and build quality for budget-conscious creatives willing to embrace deliberate composition.

Format

Minimum Aperture
f/16
Full Frame Equivalent
13.5mm

Optical design

Elements
11 elements in 8 groups
Aspherical Elements
1
Extra Low Dispersion (ED) Elements
2
Field of View
111.4°

Aperture

Aperture Range
f/2.8 to f/16

Focus

Depth of Field Scale
Yes

Build

Construction
All-metal
Lens Hood
Built-in petal-shape

Retail

Price
$169 USD

Optics

Min focal length
9 mm
Max focal length
9 mm
Focal range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
9 mm
Zoom lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
No
Max aperture wide
2.8
Max aperture zoom
2.8
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
7020
Autofocus mode
No
Closest focusing distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
20 cm01500

Physical

Maximum format
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Largest sensor size compatible with the lens.
APS-C
Lens weight
307 g
Front filter size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
62 mm
Lens mount
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The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, Canon RF, Micro Four Thirds