Ben DDS wrote: jhinkey wrote: Ben DDS wrote:
Has anyone gone from the Loxia 21mm to this lens? I'm in the market for a ~20mm wide angle mostly for landscape/cityscape, with some interest in venturing into astro but it is not a priority. Comparing used Loxias to the new Sony 20mm is making the decision very difficult. I've read through this entire thread, and I'm still not sure which is a better fit for me. Thoughts?
I own the 21/3.5 CV, 21/2.8 Lox and 20/1.8G and have not directly compared them.
The 20G has been great to have for low light and when I want a slightly lighter bag than the Lox. The CV is for when weight AND size are a premium (hiking/climbing).
My feel is that the IQ stopped down 21Lox > 20G > 21CV, but they are all pretty close. Have not had enough sun to really test the 20G's flare/ghosting all that much.
Not sure which one I will take on the next vacation.
Thanks for your input. I mostly want a lens I can comfortably take on a walk through the woods or on a hiking trip. I am willing to add some weight if the IQ is worth it. Such a hard decision at this focal length!
The LOXIA 21 f/2.8 is a fantastic lens. Sharp in the corners and renders beautifully. Very good micro contrast and beautiful sunstars. I love to use this lens. The manual focus and aperture. There are some negative points about this lens for me. I sometimes turn the aperture ring without noticing and it can sometimes show purple corners which is ok easy to correct.
Would I recommend it: YES. Have I thought about exchanging it for the new Sony 20 f/1.8: YES but there are some reasons why I haven't. I love MF and to use the lens. It's build quality is amazing and based on Fred's tests it's sharper than the Sony 20 f/1.8. earlier I had the Sony 20 f/2.8 for a-mount and lived it, but this it way better. It's heavy for it's size but lovely compact on the camera and balances great with an a7 Body.
Ben DDS wrote: jhinkey wrote: Ben DDS wrote:
Has anyone gone from the Loxia 21mm to this lens? I'm in the market for a ~20mm wide angle mostly for landscape/cityscape, with some interest in venturing into astro but it is not a priority. Comparing used Loxias to the new Sony 20mm is making the decision very difficult. I've read through this entire thread, and I'm still not sure which is a better fit for me. Thoughts?
I own the 21/3.5 CV, 21/2.8 Lox and 20/1.8G and have not directly compared them.
The 20G has been great to have for low light and when I want a slightly lighter bag than the Lox. The CV is for when weight AND size are a premium (hiking/climbing).
My feel is that the IQ stopped down 21Lox > 20G > 21CV, but they are all pretty close. Have not had enough sun to really test the 20G's flare/ghosting all that much.
Not sure which one I will take on the next vacation.
Thanks for your input. I mostly want a lens I can comfortably take on a walk through the woods or on a hiking trip. I am willing to add some weight if the IQ is worth it. Such a hard decision at this focal length!
The LOXIA 21 f/2.8 is a fantastic lens. Sharp in the corners and renders beautifully. Very good micro contrast and beautiful sunsets. I love to use this lens. The manual focus and aperture. There are some negative points about this lens for me. I sometimes turn the aperture ring without noticing and it can sometimes show purple corners which is ok easy to correct.
Would I recommend it: YES. Have I thought about exchanging it for the new Sony 20 f/1.8: YES but there are some reasons why I haven't. I love MF and to use the lens. It's build quality is amazing and based on Fred's tests it's sharper than the Sony 20 f/1.8. earlier I had the Sony 20 f/2.8 for a-mount and lived it, but this it way better. It's heavy for it's size but lovely compact on the camera and balances great with an a7 Body.
Jun 05, 2020 at 04:45 PM
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