AstrHori’s 9mm f/2.8 Ultrawide Lens Is Here

credits: AstrHori

AstrHori’s new 9mm f/2.8 APS-C lens is finally here. It is a fully manual ultra-wide lens for mirrorless systems including Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Canon RF, and Micro Four Thirds. With a 13.5mm full-frame equivalent focal length, it delivers a 111.4° angle of view, making it ideal for interiors, landscapes and cities. The lens has an all-metal build with a built-in petal-shaped hood to help reduce flare and protect the front element. It has a 62mm filter thread, which is relatively uncommon for lenses this wide, but adds much appreciated flexibility for using filters.

Inside, the optical design consists of 11 elements arranged in 8 groups, including one aspherical and two extra-low dispersion elements. That construction tries controlling distortion and chromatic aberration as much as possible. The aperture range runs from f/2.8 to f/16 and is formed by a 7-blade diaphragm, which helps maintain smooth bokeh even with the large depth of field typical of ultra-wide lenses. The minimum focusing distance is 7.8 inches (0.2 meters), allowing for close compositions while keeping most of the scene in focus.

The lens weighs about 10 ounces/307 grams in the Sony E-mount version. Being manual focus only, it relies on precise focusing control, and the focusing ring offers a long, smooth throw for accuracy. The AstrHori 9mm f/2.8 is priced at $169 in the U.S., €199 in Europe, and £179 in the U.K.

You can see full details and sample shots on AstrHori’s website here