Description
Compact, expressive 10-20 mm F4 power zoom
At just 178 grams this is the world’s smallest, lightest ultra-wide-angle 10-20 mm (35mm full-frame equivalent: 15-30 mm) power zoom lens for APS-C cameras, offering class-leading mobility as well as outstanding handling and control. A constant F4 maximum aperture allows the use of practical shutter speeds even when shooting in low light.
Dynamic ultra-wide-angle images
A 10 mm focal length (35mm full-frame equivalent: 15 mm) at the wide end of the zoom range provides extremely wide angles of view. This versatile lens can deliver impressive, dynamic images utilizing unique perspectives that effectively separate the subject from the background, and emphasize distance or speed in movies.
Excellent G Lens resolution
Three aspherical elements effectively suppress field curvature and astigmatism that can be problematic in wide angle lenses, while an ED (Extra-low Dispersion) aspherical element contributes to outstanding image-wide resolution throughout the 10 to 20 mm zoom range (35mm full-frame equivalent: 15 to 30 mm).
Responsive new power zoom system
A new electronic power zoom system instantly converts zoom ring control to actual zoom operation so that the creator’s intent is faithfully captured. Precise changes in angle of view can be easily produced and reproduced as needed, providing extra capability for visual expression.
Fine optics with minimal aberration
This remarkably compact lens includes an ED (Extra-low Dispersion) aspherical element and two ED glass elements that subdue chromatic aberration throughout the image area, achieving natural color and high contrast without color bleeding.
Outstanding close-up performance
The use of aspherical elements in an advanced optical design also ensures excellent close-up performance throughout the lens’s zoom range. Minimum autofocus distance is 0.2 meters with a maximum magnification of 0.14x, while minimum manual focus distance is 0.13 ~ 0.17 meters with a maximum magnification of 0.18x.
Focus mode switch for fast AF/MF switching
A focus mode switch right on the lens makes it possible to switch between autofocus and manual focus on the fly, to adapt to changing shooting conditions.
Customizable focus hold button
A customizable focus hold button is provided for easy access and convenient control in just about any shooting situation. Other functions can be assigned to the focus hold button from the body menus.
