28 mm / 1:2 APO Lanthar aspherical

Powerful and fast wide-angle lens

 

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3 year warranty

The APO-LANTHAR 28mm F2 aspherical wide-angle lens was specially developed for the respective full-frame compatible mounts of Sony E-mount or Nikon Z-mount.

Optimized for full-frame sensors, the apochromatic design almost completely eliminates chromatic aberration on the axis and other aberrations while achieving the highest resolution and contrast rendition.

The optical system consists of 8 groups and 12 lenses, including 6 lenses made of special glass with anomalous partial dispersion and 2 double-sided aspherical lenses. The lens also has an integrated floating mechanism. This ensures consistent image quality from the minimum focusing distance of 0.28 m to infinity.

With its high speed of F2, this lens sets new standards for the performance of fast wide-angle lenses. The 12 aperture blades form an almost perfect circular shape, giving point light sources and out-of-focus objects a natural, harmonious bokeh.

The APO-LANTHAR 28mm F2 aspherical combines maximum optical performance with a compact design.

 

28mm f2 Apo Lanthar Z
28mm f2 Apo Lanthar Z lens hood

Main features

  • Apochromatic design to eliminate chromatic aberrations
  • Optical system optimized for digital image sensors
  • High-quality metal housing for maximum stability and durability
  • Manual focusing for precise focusing
  • Floating-Mechanismus integriert
  • Full-frame-compatible image circle
  • Minimum object distance: 0.28 m
  • Electronic communication function via contacts

 

It is equipped with electronic contacts so that the lens data is saved in the Exif information of the shooting data.

It also has an integrated distance encoder and is therefore compatible with cameras with 5-axis image stabilization in the housing, which use the distance information for subject stabilization.

The viewfinder image can be enlarged by turning the focus ring. The aperture ring rasterization is in 1/3 steps, but can be switched to stepless operation for video recordings.

A metal screw-on lens hood is included in the scope of delivery and ensures compact dimensions when the lens is mounted.

28mm F2 Apo Lanthar E lens section

The APO-LANTHAR 28 mm F2 aspherical also has electronic contacts. In combination with compatible camera bodies and the latest firmware, Exif data, three-axis image stabilization in the body and three types of focusing aids are supported:

  • Changing the focus frame color
  • Peaking function
  • Focus magnification via button

A metal bayonet lens hood is included in the scope of delivery, which can be mounted upside down for space-saving transportation.

The APO-LANTHAR 28 mm F2 aspherical is a lens that extends the versatility of modern cameras. They combine classic manual operation with the latest technology and enable both ambitious amateur photographers and professionals to achieve impressive image results.

Technical specifications

Price: 1.149,- EUR
Z-Mount variant Art. No. 124 549

Designation

APO-LANTHAR 28mm F2 aspherical Z-Mount

Focal length

28 mm

Maximum aperture

F2

Smallest aperture

F16

Lens construction

8 groups / 12 elements

Angle of view

74,0°

Aperture blades

12

Close focusing distance

0,28 m

Max. Image scale

1:6,9

Max. Diameter

68,8 mm

Length

60.0 mm

Filter thread

58 mm

Weight

350 g

Lens hood

Bayonet lens hood (incl.)

Electrical contacts

Yes

All information as of November 2025, subject to change!