Color Skopar 21 mm f/3.5 Aspherical vs Ventum 21 mm f/2.8
Voigtlander
Color Skopar 21 mm f/3.5 Aspherical
Carl Zeiss
Ventum 21 mm f/2.8
Here we are comparing the Voigtlander Color Skopar 21 mm f/3.5 Aspherical and the Carl Zeiss Ventum 21 mm f/2.8. The Voigtlander Color Skopar 21 mm f/3.5 Aspherical is a 21mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/3.5, released in 2018. The Carl Zeiss Ventum 21 mm f/2.8 is a 21mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, released in 2019.
There is a 1 year difference between the Voigtlander Color Skopar 21 mm f/3.5 Aspherical and the Carl Zeiss Ventum 21 mm f/2.8 — 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 | Full Frame |
| Best For | Landscape Budget | Landscape |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 21 mm | 21 mm |
| Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 10 | - |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.2 m | - |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | - | 227 g |
| Length | 39.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Diameter | 62.8 mm | 67.8 mm |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 52 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2018 | 2019 |
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Comparing Voigtlander Color Skopar 21 mm f/3.5 Aspherical (21 mm, f/3.5) and Carl Zeiss Ventum 21 mm f/2.8 (21 mm, f/2.8).
Carl Zeiss Ventum 21 mm f/2.8 offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/2.8, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Use the detailed comparison table below to see all specifications side-by-side and find the perfect lens for your photography needs.
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