Canon EF 20mm f/2.8 USM Wide-Angle Fixed Lens
Brand | Canon |
Focal Length Description | 20 mm |
Lens Type | Wide Angle |
Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
Camera Lens Description | 11 |
About this item
- Focal length and maximum aperture: 20mm 1:2.8
- Lens construction: 11 elements in 9 groups
- Diagonal angle of view: 94 Degree
- Rear focusing system with USM focus adjustment
- Closest focusing distance: 0.20m/0.66 ft. / EF mount; wide-angle lens / Floating system; inner focusing; full-time manual focus / 20mm focal length / f/2.8 maximum aperture / Ring-type UltraSonic Motor (USM) / Lens not Zoomable
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lens type | Wide Angle | Standard | Macro | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | — |
compatible mountings | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon RF | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon EF |
lens design | Prime | Prime | Prime | Zoom | Prime | — |
focus type | Ultrasonic | Manual Focus, Auto Focus | Auto Focus | Manual Focus, Auto Focus | Auto Focus | — |
minimum focal length | 20 millimeters | 35 millimeters | 16 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 14 millimeters | 50 millimeters |
max focal length | — | 35 millimeters | — | 24 millimeters | 14 millimeters | 50 millimeters |
fixed focal length | 20 millimeters | 35 millimeters | 16 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 14 millimeters | 50 millimeters |
real angle of view | 94 degrees | — | 108 degrees | 84 degrees | 104 degrees | — |
model name | 2509A003 | YN35mm F2 | CNRF16F28 | — | ef | — |
max aperture | — | 35 millimeters | 16 millimeters | 1.4 f stop | 2.8 f stop | 1.8 f stop |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 2.8 x 3.07 x 3.07 inches |
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Item Weight | 14.3 ounces |
ASIN | B00007GQLT |
Item model number | 2509A003 |
Customer Reviews |
4.0 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,480 in SLR Camera Lenses |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 14, 2002 |
Manufacturer | Canon Cameras US |
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Product Description
The Canon EF 20mm f/2.8 USM is an ultra wide-angle lens for serious applications. Plus it’s easy to hold and carry at 14.3 oz. (405g). A floating rear focusing system gives sharp images at all subject distances and an ultrasonic motor (USM) enables fast, smooth and quiet autofocus. Full-time manual focus override allows for precise manual focus even when in AF mode. The minimum focus distance is 9.8 inches. Filter size: 72 mm, Closest Focusing Distance: 0.8 feet.
From the Manufacturer
Wide-angle lenses let you capture more of the image by broadening the angle of view and increasing the depth of field, thereby bringing more of the area into focus. The lenses also provide a unique perspective by expanding the apparent distance between the foreground and the background. This Canon 20mm f/2.8 is no exception, with such additional features as a floating rear focusing system with an Ultra Sonic Motor (USM), a 0.8-foot close focusing distance, and a 94-degree diagonal angle of view. As with all Canon lenses, the 20mm lens carries a one-year warranty.
Specifications
- Focal length: 20mm
- Maximum aperture: f/2.8
- Lens construction: 11 elements in 9 groups
- Angle of view: 94 degrees
- Focus adjustment: Rear focusing system with USM
- Close focusing distance: 0.8 feet
- Filter size: 72mm
- Corresponding mounts: Canon
- Dimensions: 3.1 inches in diameter and 2.8 inches long
- Weight: 14.3 ounces
- Warranty: 1 year Ultra-wide-angle lens for serious applications. Easy to hold and carry at 14.3 oz. (405g). Floating rear focusing system. Sharp images are obtained at all subject distances.
The optical performance, fast f/2.8 speed and ultra-wide-angle coverage make this a great choice for many applications, like interiors, scenics, travel and photojournalism. It uses a "floating" optical system for excellent sharpness even at its minimum focusing distance of under 10 inches (0.25m), and with a ring-type USM and full-time manual focusing capability, offers the speed and handling pros expect.
Wide and Fast
If you need an ultra-wide angle and a large aperture, one of the following lenses will fit the bill. Ultra-wide-angle lenses can capture scenes beyond your natural field of vision. The EF 15mm f/2.8 Fisheye, the widest of them all, has a 180∞ angle of view. For more normal-looking wide-angle shots, there are longer wide-angle lenses up to 35mm with the maximum aperture you need.
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Customers like the quality, image quality, value, and condition of the camera lens. For example, they mention it's well built, produces good images, and is great for landscape photos and video capture. That said, opinions are mixed on the focus and sharpness.
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Customers like the quality of the lens. For example, they mention it's a great product, serves them well for almost 2 years, and has a curved focal plane that works great. Some say the lens is underrated and works well for small spaces and family gatherings. Overall, most are happy with the results and the ability to use it helps a lot.
"...Photos so far are sharp and the field of view works well for me. Focus is fast in comparison to my 50mm L f1.2 and definitely accurate...." Read more
"...Otherwise works great!" Read more
"...It has a curved focal plane that works great if you know about it." Read more
"Great lens for landscape photos. Only had it a few days, but very happy with the results. Much better than the wide angle zoom it replaced...." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the camera lens. They say it produces good images, is great for landscape photos, and is nice for video capture. The resolution is enough for this kind of work, and the lens is good for budding photographers.
"...Photos so far are sharp and the field of view works well for me. Focus is fast in comparison to my 50mm L f1.2 and definitely accurate...." Read more
"...It's great for video as the resolution is enough for this kind of work. Very satisfied with this purchase!" Read more
"...The lens is well built, has great image quality and is just a well rounded ultra wide angle lens...." Read more
"...The pictures are very clear and amazing how much you can get in the picture." Read more
Customers like the value of the camera lens. They say it's an amazing lens for the price, and worth a look.
"...This lens is definitely worth a look." Read more
"...The weight is manageableCaptures great colorPrice isn't too badCons:Heavy vignetting in low light / indoors..." Read more
"...It's amazing how at such low cost and weight that it can produce such good image...." Read more
"Good value for price." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the condition of the camera lens. They mention that it is well built, focusing quickly, and feels solid on the camera.
"...The lens is well built, has great image quality and is just a well rounded ultra wide angle lens...." Read more
"...I want to give this lens five stars -- it's well built, focuses quickly, isn't too heavy or large, and feels solid on the camera...." Read more
"This lens is small, light, solidly built, focuses amazingly quickly, and 20mm is a great focal length for indoors and getting a farther back without..." Read more
"A really solid lens. It's not light - all metal and glass - but I would rather have and use this than other cheap-feeling lenses...." Read more
Customers find the wide angle of the lens to be great for full frame cameras. They say it has a curved focal plane that works great if you know about it, and it has an extremely versatile focal length.
"...is well built, has great image quality and is just a well rounded ultra wide angle lens...." Read more
"...This one since it functions like a 32mm I find it is a very versatile focal length...." Read more
"...It has a curved focal plane that works great if you know about it." Read more
"...but the quality of the video and picture are super. great wide angle but remember you will have to be close to you subject to get the fully of it or..." Read more
Customers are happy with the color of the lens. They say it captures great color, and produces sharp images.
"I use this lens all the time and am very pleased with the image quality and ease of use...." Read more
"...The weight is manageableCaptures great colorPrice isn't too badCons:Heavy vignetting in low light / indoors..." Read more
"...Well, because it does shoot sharp, quickly focused, bright and colorful 20mm shots, all in a compact, lightweight body...." Read more
"...I find it to be great in low light, vivid color, and sharp at 2.8. There is barely perceptible barrel distortion on the crop sensor camera...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sharpness of the camera lens. Some mention that it shoots sharp at 2.8, with minimal loss of sharpness in the corners. However, others say that at 21MP, a best case photo at 100% isn't very sharp, and that the lens starts getting sharper at f/4.0.
"...Pros:It is quite wideIn good light, the center of the frame is sharpThe weight is manageableCaptures great color..." Read more
"...pictures with this lens have significant chromatic aberration and blurry edges that make the shots look very cheap, even distracting from the image..." Read more
"...Well, because it does shoot sharp, quickly focused, bright and colorful 20mm shots, all in a compact, lightweight body...." Read more
"...The pictures were to soft at f/2.8, they started getting sharper at f/4.0. I'm using the money I get back to buy the Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the focus of the camera lenses. Some mention that it focuses amazingly quickly, while others say that it does not focus automatically.
"...Photos so far are sharp and the field of view works well for me. Focus is fast in comparison to my 50mm L f1.2 and definitely accurate...." Read more
"...I don't need a fast focusing lens for night use, this lens still focused slowly during its day use.It's grossly overpriced...." Read more
"...The full-time focus works excellently, and when all is said and done, I do get some beautiful shots off this lens, and it has become one of my three..." Read more
"Close up shots does not focus automatically. The only way it will work if I change it to manual...." Read more
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I am a real estate photographer and videographer. When I'm doing outdoor pictures, this lens can get the job done. It lets me fit a whole building in the frame without trying to take the picture from 10 miles away, and in good light, there is ZERO vignetting and minimal loss of sharpness in the corners. Be aware that this lens is nothing like a tilt shift, and your horizontal lines are going to bow out like crazy. If you're doing more artsy photography this might be fine. For me, I try to avoid it with the old tricks, and correct it in Photoshop if needed.
Indoor shooting is another story. I try to avoid flash most of the time because it either falls off, adding to the vignetting or ruins the contrast of the image (Shadows help the human brain understand the depth of a scene) so I'm normally shooting wide open at 400ISO with my shutter speed as slow as I dare. Here I run into MASSIVE vignetting. While this IS correctable in Adobe Camera RAW, the process is like boosting your ISO, it also boosts the noise.
In addition, 20mm still isn't quite as wide as I probably need for indoor shooting. If your subject is anything but the room its self, you'll be fine, but in my case it just isn't quite cutting it.
If you are shooting artistically, or shooting small subjects, I would rate this lens 4.5 stars. For my uses, I give it three.
Pros:
It is quite wide
In good light, the center of the frame is sharp
The weight is manageable
Captures great color
Price isn't too bad
Cons:
Heavy vignetting in low light / indoors
High vertical distortion
No lens hood included! (And the one you can buy here isn't great)
At 21MP, a best case photo at 100% isn't very sharp (If you're scaling images down, you'll be fine here)
I would not buy from this seller.
The lens is well built, has great image quality and is just a well rounded ultra wide angle lens. I bought this to use on a Canon 6D to shoot landscapes and night scenes. Absolutely no regrets.
I want to give this lens five stars -- it's well built, focuses quickly, isn't too heavy or large, and feels solid on the camera. However, it has significant amount of vignetting, chromatic aberration, and flaring, which affect how useful shots from this lens are. Now that I know how this lens behaves, I know to take all those issues into account when composing my shots, but at the end of the day, it's a hassle I'd rather not deal with. Canon doesn't offer too many other options at 20mm, but I'm tempted to save up for options in the L glass to make my wide shooting easier.
Now, with all that griping out of the way, why did I still give this lens 4 stars? Well, because it does shoot sharp, quickly focused, bright and colorful 20mm shots, all in a compact, lightweight body. The full-time focus works excellently, and when all is said and done, I do get some beautiful shots off this lens, and it has become one of my three "travel kit" lenses, even if it is the buck-toothed step-sister of the bunch.
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