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Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8
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Viltrox · f/2.8 · Sony E mount

Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8

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KEY FACTS
BrandViltrox
Release Year2023
Production StatusIn Production
Lens MountSony E
SystemSony E
What We Like
+Exceptional value at ~$158-175 USD; compact and lightweight at 157g (E-mount) or 173g (Z-mount)
+High-quality optics with ED glass and aspherical elements deliver sharp center-to-corner results when stopped down
+Silent STM autofocus with Eye AF support; firmware updates via USB-C for continued improvement
+Versatile 20mm focal length ideal for travel, landscape, vlogging, and architecture with 91.6° field of view
Worth Knowing
−Strong field curvature at wide apertures limits sharpness edge-to-edge at F2.8; best results at F5.6+
−No weather sealing; vulnerable to moisture and dust despite water-resistant front coating
−Moderate flare and ghosting resistance; faint patterns visible at F2.8 becoming more defined when stopped down
−Plastic construction feels inexpensive despite solid durability; less premium feel than competitors at higher price points

General

Brand
Viltrox
Release Year
2023
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.
Sony E
System
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Indicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to.
Sony E
Read our notes on general
The Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE is a super affordable ultra-wide lens that is capable of very good results, though strong field curvature is an issue at large apertures, so for best results you should stop down to f/5.6. With 10 elements in 8 groups it offers outstanding optical performance, achieves beautiful close-ups with a minimum focusing distance of about 0.19m, and the quiet STM focus motor provides accurate and smooth focusing. At merely $160 USD, this budget-friendly option delivers an exceptional value proposition for travel photographers and videographers seeking a compact, lightweight wide-angle prime.

Physical

Front Filter Size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
52 mm

Optics

Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
20 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
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
7020
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.
19 cm01500
Autofocus Mode
Yes