With a bright F1.8 maximum aperture, this lens performs well in low light and helps create a natural, pleasing background blur while preserving the immersive perspective of a wide-angle lens. It is a practical choice for creators who want both portability and expressive image rendering.

The optical design features 14 elements in 10 groups, including 2 ED elements and 3 high-index elements, helping reduce chromatic aberration, color fringing, and purple fringing while maintaining crisp detail and natural color reproduction.

A stepping motor delivers fast, smooth, and quiet autofocus, making the lens suitable for still photography as well as video recording. Whether you are shooting daily moments or moving subjects, autofocus operation is designed to feel responsive and unobtrusive.

Built for everyday carry, the lens weighs only about 161–178g depending on mount version, with a close focusing distance of 0.18m for more flexible close-up composition. It also supports 52mm filters, comes with a metal lens hood, and includes a rear cap with USB Type-C port for firmware updates.

Key Features

• 17mm wide-angle prime lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras
• Bright F1.8 aperture for low-light shooting and natural bokeh
• 14 elements in 10 groups with 2 ED + 3 high-index elements
• Quiet stepping motor autofocus for photo and video
• Minimum focus distance: 0.18m
• Lightweight and compact design, approx. 161–178g
• 52mm filter thread
• Metal lens hood included
• USB Type-C rear cap for firmware updates

Specifications

• Mount Options: Sony E-mount
• Format Coverage: APS-C
• Focal Length: 17mm
• Optical Design: 14 elements in 10 groups
• Special Elements: 2 ED, 3 High-Index
• Focus Type: Autofocus
• Aperture Range: F1.8–F16
• Diaphragm Blades: 6
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.18m
• Filter Size: 52mm
• Dimensions: Approx. 60 × 47mm
• Weight: Approx. 161–178g
• Included Accessories: Front cap, rear cap, lens hood