The TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 is a compact and lightweight wide-angle lens from the Chinese manufacturer TTArtisan. It is available for mirrorless system cameras with Sony E-Mount, Fujifilm X-Mount and Nikon Z-Mount. With its focal length of 27mm, it offers a slightly wider angle of view than a classic 35mm lens and is well suited for street photography, landscape photography, architectural photography and general reportage photography.
Features
The TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 is characterized by its compact design and low weight. It consists of 6 lens elements arranged in 5 groups. The maximum aperture of f/2.8 allows for shots with a shallow depth of field and good performance in low light conditions. The minimum aperture of f/16 allows landscape shots with a large depth of field.
The minimum focusing distance of 35 cm enables close-up shots, although not in the macro range. The lens has an autofocus, the speed and accuracy of which can vary depending on the camera model. A filter thread of 39 mm enables the use of various filters such as UV filters, polarizing filters or ND filters.
Alternatives
Depending on the bayonet, there are various alternatives from other manufacturers in a similar focal length and price range. Examples include the Sony 28mm f/2, the Fujifilm XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR or the Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8. These lenses typically offer better autofocus performance and weather resistance, but are often more expensive.
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Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Widest aperture | f/2.8 |
| Smallest aperture | f/16 |
| Minimum focus distance | 35 cm |
| Number of elements | 6 |
| Number of groups | 5 |
| Number of aperture blades | 8 |
| Filter thread | 39 mm |
| Company name of the brand | Shenzhen Mingjiang Optical Technology Co., Ltd. |
| Country of production | China |
| Price orientation | 142 US-Dollar |