Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 L Lens for Leica L Mount

The Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 L is a high-performance ultra-wide-angle prime lens designed for full-frame Leica L-mount cameras. With a fast f/1.8 aperture and advanced optical construction, it delivers exceptional sharpness and low-light performance, making it ideal for landscape, architecture, and astrophotography.

Advantages

Fast f/1.8 maximum aperture enables excellent low-light shooting and shallow depth of field. The 16mm focal length provides a dramatic 105.6° angle of view, perfect for expansive scenes. The lens features a click/de-click aperture ring for smooth video control, an LCD display for aperture and focus distance, and a USB-C port for firmware updates. Dust and splash-resistant construction ensures durability in challenging conditions.

Suitable for

• Landscape photography
• Architecture and interior photography
• Astrophotography
• Videography with manual aperture control

Key specifications

• Focal Length: 16mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Mount: Leica L
• Format Coverage: Full-Frame
• Optical Design: 15 Elements in 12 Groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 9, Rounded
• Autofocus: STM Stepping Motor
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.17 m
• Filter Size: 77 mm
• Angle of View: 105.6°
• Aperture Ring: Yes (Click/De-click Switch)
• Display: LCD (Aperture/Focus Distance)
• Weather Sealing: Dust and Splash Resistant
• USB Port: USB-C
• Focus Mode Switch: AF/MF
• Construction Material: Aluminum Alloy
• Image Stabilization: No (Lens-based)

Recommendations

Pair this lens with a Leica L-mount camera for stunning ultra-wide-angle shots. Use a 77mm filter for landscape photography. Ideal for photographers seeking a fast, wide-angle prime with robust build quality.