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TTArtisan 14mm f/2.8 ASPH

TTArtisan · 14 mm · f/2.8

TTArtisan 14mm f/2.8 ASPH

Score Breakdown

Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.

Physical 64
Optics 64
Construction 15
46
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Exceptional value at $196—comparable lenses cost 5-10 times more
+Excellent distortion control with dual ASPH elements for architectural work
+Fast f/2.8 aperture and 114° field of view ideal for astrophotography and low-light landscapes
+Premium all-metal aerospace-grade aluminum construction with solid mechanical feel
+Includes 77mm filter holder adapter in box, solving filter compatibility issues on ultra-wide lenses
+Compact and lightweight despite full-metal build
Worth Knowing
−Manual focus only—not suitable for subjects requiring quick autofocus
−No weather sealing limits durability in harsh conditions
−No electronic contacts means no EXIF data transfer and stop-down aperture mode only
−Corner sharpness and coma performance may not match premium ultra-wide lenses from major manufacturers

General

BrandTTArtisan
Release Year2025
Production Status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
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.
Nikon Z
System
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Indicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to.
Nikon Z
Maximum Format
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Largest sensor size compatible with the lens.
Full Frame

Physical

64/100
Lens Weight445 g
Lens Diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
65 mm
Lens Length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
80 mm
Front Filter Compatible
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Some lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove.
Yes
Front Filter Size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
77 mm

Optics

64/100
Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
14 mm
Aperture Range
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Largest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end)
2.8
Focal Length Angle of View114°
Flange Focal Distance
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Distance from lens mount to sensor.
16 mm
Diaphragm Type
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Structure and design of the aperture
Manual
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
8020
Zoom Lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
No
Closest Focusing Distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
20 cm01500
Maximum Magnification
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Largest size a subject can be reproduced
0.08x
Autofocus ModeNo
Manual ModeYes
Manual Focusing RingYes

Features

Weather Sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
No
Fluorine Coating
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Coating to repel water and oil from lens elements.
No
Built In Lens HoodNo
Lens Hood TypeRound
Teleconverter
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A teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification
No
Image StabilizationNo

Construction

15/100
Elements
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Lens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens.
13
Groups10
Aspherical Elements
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The number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration.
2
Bi Aspherical Elements
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Elements with two non-spherical surfaces
0
Low Dispersion
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Elements that reduce chromatic aberration
0
Super Low Dispersion
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Advanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration
0
CA Reduction
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Built-in features to reduce chromatic aberration
0
Internal Focusing
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Internal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate.
No