Voigtlander Color Skopar 20mm f/3.5 SL-II Aspherical Manual Focus Lens
The Voigtlander Color Skopar 20mm f/3.5 SL-II is an ultra-compact, sturdy manual focus lens featuring traditional high-quality Japanese construction and classic styling. The Color Skopar is a perfect choice as a moderately wide angle lens for those wanting high performance in a fixed all-manual lens. This lens is part of the SL II series, which feature a CPU (Central Processing Unit) built into the lens. Having the CPU integrated into the lens allows it to support all of your Canon EOS SLR's metering functions. In addition, this also means that the aperture is now controlled by the camera's command dial.
The manual focusing movement of the Color Skopar is satisfying to operate and worlds apart in action from doing the same with autofocus lenses. This lens offers a f/3.5 maximum aperture, but unlike most zoom lenses, it will perform nearly as brilliantly at f/3.5 as it will at friendlier apertures of f/5.6-11.0. An optional dedicated hood is available, but on Canon EOS SLRs you'd be hard pressed to induce flare even if you deliberately tried. The focusing helicoid can extend far from the body on the Color Skopar to allow a minimum focusing distance of just ~8" (20cm).
- An ideal wide angle fixed lens upon digital SLR cameras
- Sophisticated 9-element aspherical lens formula
- Sturdy metal outer barrel
- Compact dimensions; barely more than 1" long
- An ideal performer at larger apertures
- 9-Bladed aperture diaphragm
- Silky smooth and rubber-rimmed focusing helicoid
- Full multicoatings upon every optical surface
- Made in Japan
Go To
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 20 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/3.5 Minimum: f/22 |
| Camera Mount Type | Canon EF |
| Format Compatibility |
35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C) |
| Angle of View | 94° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 7.87" (20 cm) |
| Magnification | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Groups/Elements | 6/9 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 52 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 1.13 x 2.48" (2.87 x 6.30 cm) |
| Weight | 7.23 oz (205 g) |
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Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Hyper-Focal Markings
- Lightweight
- Manual Focus
- Size
- Smooth Focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- ArtisticCreative Angles
- Landscape/Scenery
- Tight spaces
- Video
Comments about Voigtlander Color Skopar 20mm f/3.5 SL-II Aspherical Manual Focus Lens:
Using this lens on my Canon 5D Mark II as a companion to the Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f2.0 makes a perfect ultra light power house combination.
Best use is a great landscape photo/video lens that also works well for getting interesting perspectives for tight situations. Smooth and quiet focusing works so well for video that I only prefer to shoot video on the Voigtlander lenses over Canon lenses. The lens can also focus real close (8") and provides many new possibilities that my other lenses couldn't do. I have a 24-105mm and find the 20mm to be of enough of a difference to use with my other lenses and not replace for wide angle shots.
This is very practical lens for me as it does not give a fish-eye type distortion. There is noticeable barrel distortion at the corners and is exaggerated when objects get closer. The corners are very soft at f3.5 but sharpen at f5.6 and smaller.
I find the DOF marks on the lens are far better to use for finding hyper-focal distances than other brand lenses. Manual focus is my preference and I am glad that there is no auto-focus as this makes me compose my shots much more accurately.
I would buy this lens over again with no hesitation. Price point is great considering the build quality is beyond Canon's L line. IQ is on par or better in my opinion for lenses with similar specs. Size is what makes this lens a permanent addition in my bag.
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Filters & Filter Kits
- Price: $15.90
Hoods & Covers
- Price: $45.00
- Price: $17.50
Cases & Wraps
- Price: $11.99
What's in the Box
- Front & Rear Lens Caps
- 1-Year Warranty
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