7Artisans unveiled its latest addition to the growing LITE series – the AF 18mm F2, an ultra-compact autofocus pancake lens designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras. Weighing in at just 109 grams with a full metal body, it claims the title of the lightest autofocus F2 prime for APS-C systems. Available for Sony E mount, this lens is built for photographers who value portability without sacrificing image quality.
109g
Ultra-lightweight metal body – the lightest AF F2 prime for APS-C
18mm (27mm eq.)
Classic wide-angle perspective – ideal for street, travel, and environmental portraits
F2.0
Bright aperture for beautiful bokeh and reliable low-light performance
STM Motor
Fast, silent, and precise autofocus – with a dedicated aperture ring
True Pancake Design – Compact Beyond Expectations
With a profile measuring just 32mm in length and a diameter of 64mm, the AF 18mm F2 is a genuine pancake lens. Its all-metal construction feels premium and durable, while the 109g weight ensures it balances perfectly on compact APS-C bodies like the Sony a6000 series or ZV-E10. This is a lens you can leave mounted all day – and actually want to carry everywhere.
Optical Excellence in a Tiny Package
The lens boasts a refined optical design of 7 groups and 9 elements, delivering sharp, contrast-rich images from center to edge. With a minimum focusing distance of 0.2 meters, it allows for creative close-up shots with beautiful background separation. The 9 rounded aperture blades produce smooth, circular bokeh and create stunning 18-point sunstars when stopped down – adding visual depth and character to every frame.
The 18mm focal length (approximately 27mm full-frame equivalent) offers a natural wide-angle perspective. It's wide enough for interiors, landscapes, and environmental portraits, yet avoids the exaggerated distortion of ultra-wide lenses – making it an exceptionally versatile everyday companion.
Built for Real-World Shooting
The AF 18mm F2 excels in a variety of scenarios:
- Street Photography – Discreet, lightweight, and fast-focusing for capturing candid moments.
- Travel & Adventure – Compact enough to slip into any bag, tough enough for the road.
- Environmental Portraits – The 27mm equivalent field of view tells a story by including context.
- Vlogging & Content Creation – Wide enough to include your surroundings, with silent AF for video.
- Architecture & Interiors – Minimal distortion and excellent edge-to-edge sharpness.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 18mm (27mm full-frame equivalent) |
| Format | APS-C |
| Aperture Range | F2 – F16 |
| Optical Construction | 9 elements in 7 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 9 (rounded) – 18-point sunstars |
| Angle of View | 77° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.2m |
| Filter Thread | 52mm |
| Focus Motor | STM Stepping Motor |
| Weight | ~109g (E-mount) |
| Dimensions | 32mm × 64mm |
| Mount | Sony E |
This lens has not yet been officially released. Contact us to be notified when it becomes available.
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