Sony FE 20mm f/1.8 G
Sony E, full sizePrice in EUR including VAT, free shipping
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The design of the new lens incorporates two AA (Advanced Aspherical) elements and three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements to effectively suppress chromatic aberrations and ensure high image quality
over the entire image area, even at the maximum aperture of F1.8. The lens offers outstanding close-up performance with a minimum focus distance of 0.19 metres (maximum magnification: 0.2x) and delivers an impressive bokeh.
The compact design and versatile applications of the new SEL-20F18G make it the perfect all-round lens for photographers and videographers. Thanks to its small size and light weight of only 373 grams, it is ideal for mobile use - especially when combined with a compact e-mount camera from Sony and using gimbals or accessory handles.
In addition, the two XD (extremely dynamic) linear motors ensure fast, precise and quiet focusing for both photo and video recording.
The FE 20 millimetre F1.8 G lens is dust- and moisture-resistant and has a fluorine coating on the front element. It is equipped with an individually adjustable focus hold button and an aperture ring with an on/off switch. It is also compatible with a wide range of 67-millimeter filters that open up even more creative possibilities.
"When developing lenses, Sony's top priority is to respond to the wishes of its customers. Many landscape photographers using Sony E-mount system have expressed the desire for a fast, lightweight and versatile ultra-wide-angle premium lens," said Yann Salmon Legagneur, Director of Product Marketing, Digital Imaging, Sony Europe. "The new SEL-20F18G is Sony's answer to this demand for a combination of excellent image quality, portability and superior AF performance. It is suitable for both full frame and APS-C camera video and is an important addition to Sony's lens range.
The compact design and versatile applications of the new SEL-20F18G make it the perfect all-round lens for photographers and videographers. Thanks to its small size and light weight of only 373 grams, it is ideal for mobile use - especially when combined with a compact e-mount camera from Sony and using gimbals or accessory handles.
In addition, the two XD (extremely dynamic) linear motors ensure fast, precise and quiet focusing for both photo and video recording.
The FE 20 millimetre F1.8 G lens is dust- and moisture-resistant and has a fluorine coating on the front element. It is equipped with an individually adjustable focus hold button and an aperture ring with an on/off switch. It is also compatible with a wide range of 67-millimeter filters that open up even more creative possibilities.
"When developing lenses, Sony's top priority is to respond to the wishes of its customers. Many landscape photographers using Sony E-mount system have expressed the desire for a fast, lightweight and versatile ultra-wide-angle premium lens," said Yann Salmon Legagneur, Director of Product Marketing, Digital Imaging, Sony Europe. "The new SEL-20F18G is Sony's answer to this demand for a combination of excellent image quality, portability and superior AF performance. It is suitable for both full frame and APS-C camera video and is an important addition to Sony's lens range.
| Sensor compatibility | full size |
| Weight | 373 g |
| Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
| Lens type | Prime lens, Wide angle lens |
| Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
| Focal length | 20 mm |
| Item number | 12804229 |
| Colour group | Black |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.19 m |
| Lens type | Prime lens, Wide angle lens |
| Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
| Max. Aperture | 1.80 |
| Min. aperture | 22 |
| Min. focal length | 20 mm |
| Max. focal length | 20 mm |
| Focal length | 20 mm |
| Sensor compatibility | full size |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 x |
| Filter thread | 67 mm |
| Number of lenses | 14 |
| Number of lens groups | 12 |
| Lens equipment | Filter thread |
| Optical zoom | 0.22 x |
| Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
| Durability | Dustproof |
| Country of origin | Thailand |
| Manufacturer commitment | RE100, SBTi |
| Scope of delivery | 1x front lens cap (ALC-F67S), 1x lens hood (ALC-SH162), 1x rear lens cap (ALC-R1EM), 1x soft bag, 1x Sony FE 20mm f/1.8 G |
| Weight | 373 g |
| Length | 84.70 mm |
| Diameter | 73.50 mm |
| Length | 19.50 cm |
| Width | 10.70 cm |
| Height | 11.30 cm |
| Weight | 654 g |
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30-day right of returnReturn policy
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24 Months Statutory warrantyGuarantee provisions
Reviews & Ratings
Statutory warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Galaxus- 2.Canon0.3 %
- 2.Nikon0.3 %
- 4.Sony0.4 %
- 4.TTArtisan0.4 %
- 6.Panasonic0.5 %
Statutory warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Galaxus- 2.Sigma3 days
- 3.TTArtisan5 days
- 4.Sony6 days
- 5.Nikon7 days
- 6.Samyang12 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?
Source: Galaxus- 4.Fujifilm4.8 %
- 4.Nikon4.8 %
- 6.Sony5.1 %
- 7.Sigma5.3 %
- 8.Panasonic6.4 %
Source: Galaxus
Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good98/100
Very good95/100
For a fast super wide-angle lens, 1100 euros is fine - if the performance is right. The FE 1.8/20 mm impresses at aperture 1.8 in the centre of the frame with top values for resolution and contrast. The edge fall-off is noticeable, but ok because of the high performance in the centre of the image...
Very good100/100
The Sony FE 1.8/20 mm G offers very high resolutions after two stops down.
Very good99/100
- In addition to the excellent image performance, the compactness and light weight are significant plus points of the lens.
- Comparable wide-angle lenses with roughly comparable performance from Sigma, for example, are cheaper.
Sony's entry into very short focal lengths for the Alpha full format succeeds with only a slightly restrained bang. The excellent lens delivers first-class images and is also a winner in terms of its features and additional functionality (AF, disengageable aperture click stops).