About This Lens
Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 is a wide angle lens with a 12 mm focal length and f/1.8 aperture for Micro Four Thirds cameras. Weighing 441 g measuring 76.5 mm in length, it's a well-balanced option for landscape, architecture, and environmental photography.
Key Features
- 12 mm focal length
- f/1.8 aperture
- 0.2 m minimum focus distance
- 9-blade aperture for smooth bokeh
Camera Index Score
0.0
Overall
Sentiment
9.9Based on user reviews and professional ratings
Specifications
7.3Optical and physical characteristics
Build Quality
8.5Materials and construction
Key Specifications
Focal Length
12 mm
Aperture
f/1.8
Min. Focus Distance
0.2 m
Mount
Detailed Specifications
- Weight
- 441 g
- Length
- 76.5 mm
- Diameter
- 90.5 mm
- Filter Thread
- 72 mm
- Aperture Blades
- 9
- Mount Material
- Aluminum alloy
- Body Material
- Aluminum alloy
- Release Year
- 2017
Where to Buy
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does the Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 have autofocus?
- No, the Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 is a manual focus lens.
- Does the Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 have image stabilization?
- No, the Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 does not have built-in image stabilization.
- Is the Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 weather sealed?
- No, the Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 is not weather sealed.
- What cameras is the Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 compatible with?
- The Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 is designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras.
- How much does the Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 weigh?
- The Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 weighs 441 grams.
- How much does the Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 cost?
- The Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 is priced at approximately €719.1.
- What is the Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 best used for?
- The Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 with its 12 mm focal length is best suited for landscape, architecture, and environmental photography.
- What is the minimum focus distance of the Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8?
- The Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 has a minimum focus distance of 0.2 meters, allowing for close-up photography.
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