TTArtisan 10mm f/2 Review

credits: TTArtisan

The TTArtisan 10mm f/2 is a tiny, all-manual ultra-wide-angle lens that punches above its weight. It feels solid in the hand, has no electronics (so no autofocus or auto-exposure), and comes with a wide filter mount because the front element is too bulbous for regular filters. If you want to use one, you’ll need a 72mm filter.

Handling and Build

For a budget lens, it feels well-made. The focus ring is smooth and easy to use, but the aperture ring is another story—it’s crammed right up against the focus ring, making adjustments a bit awkward. Still, the lens is light, compact, and easy to carry around, especially without the filter mount.

Shooting Experience

Using this lens is a mix of fun and frustration. It’s great for landscapes, architecture, and tight interior shots where that extreme wide-angle can shine. The depth of field is forgiving at medium apertures, but focusing manually takes some patience. Some photographers have found that the corners are a little soft at f/2-f/4, but things sharpen up nicely around f/8-f/11.

Image Quality

The center of the frame is sharp, and distortion is surprisingly well-controlled for such a wide lens. There’s some vignetting in the corners, but it’s nothing a quick tweak in Lightroom can’t fix. The lens flare creates a sunstar effect that some people love and others find distracting. And while this isn’t a macro lens, it does let you get pretty close—just don’t expect much magnification.

Who’s It For?

This lens is for anyone who wants an ultra-wide look without spending a fortune. At $169, it’s a steal, as long as you’re okay with manual focusing and setting your exposure manually. It’s a bit quirky, but if you’re up for the challenge, it can deliver some seriously cool shots.

The Surprise Factor

One unexpected perk? This lens is just fun to use. There’s something about shooting with an ultra-wide, all-manual lens that makes you slow down and think more about composition. It’s not just about getting everything in the frame—it’s about making that crazy perspective work for you. And when you nail it, the results can be pretty stunning.