APO-LANTHAR 28mm F2 Aspheric Z-mount (FX)
The mighty APO-Lanthar has now graced the 28mm world! What more to say about a lens whose optical performance is quite simply extraordinary. Using latest technology this lens is even shorter than its bigger sibling 35mm. As with all APO lens design - includes apochromatic color correction, floating lens elements for better close focusing performance, two double sided aspherical elements, five abnormal partial dispersion elements and superior multi-coating for outstanding flare control. If this wasn't enough, there are 12 aperture blades for circular bokeh, an astonishing MFD of just 0.28m mated to a beautifully designed metal hood thats included! A highly mystical lens!
Highlights
Designed exclusively for the Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras
Full-frame lens (FX format) optimised for Z-mount sensor
Extraordinary optical performance using two double-sided aspherical elements and floating mechanism
Proprietary Nikon data communications through electronic contacts for limited IBIS & EXIF functionality
Expertly crafted in signature all-metal lens barrel weighing only 350 grams
12-blade diaphragm for near circular beautiful bokeh
Minimum focusing distance of 0.28m
Exquisite knurled pattern and high-precision helicoid for silky smooth manual focus
Bayonet metal hood included
Exclusive of 18% GST
18 Months limited India official warranty
Made in Japan
Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 28mm F2 Overview
The APO-LANTHAR 28mm F2 Aspherical is a high-performance wide-angle lens for full-size (Nikon FX format) mirrorless cameras with Nikon Z-mount, designed as the APO-LANTHAR series for ultimate performance. With an apochromatic design that reduces axial chromatic aberration of RGB, the three primary colours of light, to as close to zero as possible, the APO-LANTHAR series achieves performance that will revolutionise the value of wide-angle lenses. With its tight styling, it also offers high manoeuvrability and good handling.
Designed exclusively for the Nikon Z mount
Optics optimized for the image sensors of mirrorless cameras with the Nikon Z-mount are implemented. The lens has a full-frame image circle and can be used with both full-frame (Nikon FX format) and APS-C size (Nikon DX format) mirrorless cameras.
Apochromatic design
This design thoroughly eliminates various aberrations including axial chromatic aberrations and pursues the ultimate performance in terms of resolution and contrast reproducibility.
Optical glass and mechanical components that deliver high performance
Of the 12 elements in 8 groups in the optical configuration of this lens, 6 elements are made using abnormal partial dispersion lens, 2 elements have aspherical surfaces on both sides, and the lens also employs a floating mechanism.
Information communication with the body by electronic contacts
This lens is equipped with electronic contacts and realizes communications between the lens and the body. In addition to Exif information and in-body image stabilization (3 axes), by combining with a body compatible with communications and the latest firmware*1, three types of focusing support functions ( [1] focusing by color changing of the focus point frame [2] peaking function focusing and [3] focusing with the enlargement button) are supported.
Manual focus for reliable focus operation
Adopting a full-metal helicoid unit processed and adjusted with high precision and high-quality grease that produces an appropriate torque, focusing with a smooth operation feeling is realized. It enables fine focus adjustment.
*1 Please use the latest firmware version of the camera body; bodies released before 2020 (Z5, Z6I, Z6II, Z7,Z7II, Z50) may not perform as well with older firmware or some functions may be limited. Please check the body's instruction manual for information on checking the firmware of the body and obtaining the latest firmware. *2 The imaging range setting should be switched manually. *3 This product has been developed and manufactured under a licence agreement with Nikon Corporation.
In the Box
Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 28mm f/2 Aspherical Lens
All metal bayonet-hood
Front and Rear Lens Caps
Limited 18 Months India Warranty
Technical Specifications
Focal Length
28mm
Aperture Ratio
1:2
Minimum Aperture
F16
Lens Construction
8 groups 12 elements
Angle of View
74.0°
Aperture Blade
12 elements
Minimum Focus
0.28m
Maximum reproduction ratio
1: 6.9
Diameter×Length
φ68.8mm × 60.0mm
Filter size
φ58mm
Weight
350g
Hood Type
Reversible Bayonet metal hood
Aperture ring
Available (Manual Setting)
Electrical Contact
Available *1
Exif Data
Available *1 *2
Focusing support function 1
Color changing of the focus point frame
Focusing support function 2
Peaking function focusing
Focusing support function 3
Magnification button on camera body
In-body image stabilisation
Possible(only on camera with in-body stabilisation)
Corresponding sensor size
Nikon Z-mount Full frame (FX Format)
*1 Please use the latest firmware version of the camera body; bodies released before 2020 (Z5, Z6I, Z6II, Z7,Z7II, Z50) may not perform as well with older firmware or some functions may be limited. Please check the body's instruction manual for information on checking the firmware of the body and obtaining the latest firmware. *2 The imaging range setting should be switched manually. *3 This product has been developed and manufactured under a licence agreement with Nikon Corporation.