Distagon T* 18 mm f/3.5 ZF/ZK/ZE vs 18 mm f/8 Periscope Probe 2x Macro
Carl Zeiss
Distagon T* 18 mm f/3.5 ZF/ZK/ZE
AstrHori
18 mm f/8 Periscope Probe 2x Macro
Here we are comparing the Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 18 mm f/3.5 ZF/ZK/ZE and the AstrHori 18 mm f/8 Periscope Probe 2x Macro. The Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 18 mm f/3.5 ZF/ZK/ZE is a 18mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/3.5, released in 2008. The AstrHori 18 mm f/8 Periscope Probe 2x Macro is a 18mm macro lens with a maximum aperture of f/8, released in 2023.
There is a 15 years difference between the Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 18 mm f/3.5 ZF/ZK/ZE and the AstrHori 18 mm f/8 Periscope Probe 2x Macro — the newer design may benefit from more recent optical engineering and coatings.
Below you will find a detailed side-by-side comparison of their specifications, features, and key differences.
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| Compare | Lightest Fastest Aperture | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | MFT |
| Best For | Landscape | Landscape Macro |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 18 mm | 18 mm |
| Aperture | f/3.5 | f/8 |
| Aperture Blades | 6 | 7 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.3 m | 0.47 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | 2x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 470 g | 740 g |
| Length | 87 mm | 60 mm |
| Diameter | 84 mm | 457 mm |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | - |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2008 | 2023 |
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Comparing Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 18 mm f/3.5 ZF/ZK/ZE (18 mm, f/3.5) and AstrHori 18 mm f/8 Periscope Probe 2x Macro (18 mm, f/8).
Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 18 mm f/3.5 ZF/ZK/ZE is the lightest at 470 g, AstrHori 18 mm f/8 Periscope Probe 2x Macro weighs 740 g.
Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 18 mm f/3.5 ZF/ZK/ZE offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/3.5, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 18 mm f/3.5 ZF/ZK/ZE can focus closest at 0.3 m minimum focus distance.
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