Zeiss Batis 18mm F2.8 (E Mount)
An ultra-wide prime with exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design, perfect for landscapes, architecture, and dynamic cinematic perspectives.
The Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 is a full-frame E-mount ultra-wide prime lens, designed for photographers and filmmakers seeking expansive perspectives with professional optical quality. With its 18mm focal length, it captures sweeping landscapes, interiors, and dramatic wide shots, while maintaining minimal distortion and superb edge-to-edge sharpness. The f/2.8 aperture provides flexibility in low-light environments and allows for creative depth of field control, even at ultra-wide angles.
Engineered with Zeiss’s renowned optical expertise, the Batis 18mm delivers high micro-contrast, natural color rendering, and crisp detail. The lens integrates a fast, quiet autofocus system that performs smoothly for both stills and video. Its compact, lightweight design makes it gimbal- and travel-friendly, while the OLED display on the lens barrel provides precise depth of field and focus distance readouts — a unique feature for quick, accurate setups in the field. The lens is also weather-sealed, ensuring durability and reliability in professional environments.
Unique Features & Ideal Use Cases
Ultra-Wide Focal Length: 18mm coverage for expansive landscapes, interiors, and creative wide-angle shots.
Fast Aperture: f/2.8 maximum aperture supports low-light shooting and shallow depth of field.
OLED Display: Innovative built-in screen shows focus distance and depth of field at a glance.
Autofocus Performance: Fast, quiet AF suitable for video as well as still photography.
Compact & Lightweight: Easy to carry, well-suited for travel, gimbals, and handheld shooting.
Weather-Sealed Build: Reliable for outdoor and on-location production.
Best suited for landscape and architectural work, establishing shots in filmmaking, event coverage in tight spaces, and creative wide-angle perspectives. The Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 combines portability, precision optics, and modern design, making it a powerful tool for professionals seeking wide cinematic views.