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Mitakon Zhongyi 20mm f/2 4.5x Super Macro Lens for FUJIFILM X

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Mitakon Zhongyi 20mm f/2 4.5x Super Macro Lens for FUJIFILM X
Key Features
  • FUJIFILM X-Mount/APS-C Format
  • 30mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/2 to f/16
  • Magnification Range: 4.5x to 4x
A specialized optic for truly close-up shooting, this 20mm f/2 4.5x Super Macro Lens from Mitakon Zhongyi is designed for FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless cameras. Offering a magnification range of 4.5x to 4x, and a minimum working distance of 0.8", this lens is solely designed for producing greater-than-life-size images of small objects without the need of extension tubes or other accessories. Its compact form-factor makes it ideal for placing into tight or awkward shooting angles and a metal lens barrel offers durability and rigidity.
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Mitakon Zhongyi 20mm f/2 4.5x Super Macro Overview

A specialized optic for truly close-up shooting, this 20mm f/2 4.5x Super Macro Lens from Mitakon Zhongyi is designed for FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless cameras. Offering a magnification range of 4.5x to 4x, and a minimum working distance of 0.8", this lens is solely designed for producing greater-than-life-size images of small objects without the need of extension tubes or other accessories. Its compact form-factor makes it ideal for placing into tight or awkward shooting angles and a metal lens barrel offers durability and rigidity.

Designed for APS-C-format FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless cameras, this lens provides a 30mm equivalent focal length.
Specialized super macro lens is designed for working with close-up subjects and provides a maximum magnification of 4.5x and a minimum magnification of 4.0x.
Minimum working distance (distance from front of lens to subject) is 0.8"; the lens does not offer infinity focus.
Manual focus control for fine-tuning focus position and a manually adjustable aperture ranges from f/2 to f/16 for adjusting exposure and depth of field.
Six elements in four groups optical design provides consistent edge-to-edge sharpness and illumination.
Wide-angle focal length pairs with the high magnification range for producing dynamic compositions.
Metal lens barrel is both rigid and durable.
UPC: 703856888982

Mitakon Zhongyi 20mm f/2 4.5x Super Macro Specs

Focal Length20mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 30mm)
Maximum Aperturef/2
Minimum Aperturef/16
Lens MountFUJIFILM X
Lens Format CoverageAPS-C
Minimum Focus Distance0.79" / 20 mm
Maximum Magnification4.5x
Macro Reproduction Ratio4.5:1
Optical Design6 Elements in 4 Groups
Diaphragm Blades3
Focus TypeManual Focus
Image StabilizationNo
Filter SizeNone
Dimensions (ø x L)2.44 x 2.36" / 62 x 60 mm
Length at Maximum Extension3.77" / 95.8 mm
Weight8.1 oz / 230 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight0.82 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)5.1 x 4.1 x 4.05"

Mitakon Zhongyi 20mm f/2 4.5x Super Macro Reviews

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By William
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-23

Amazing lens for the price. Opens yet another dimension of photography

Not particularly great use

By M'Ceek
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-05

The magnification ring is too loose compared to many other lenses. I was hoping that it might be able to turn with more resistance. A constant magnification without the zoom ring may be better, particularly when shooting down from vertical, as there is a chance of bumping it. From what I've found, the lens is sharp at F/5.6 but not so much at F/8 and towards F/2. The F/2 aperture is much for this type of lens also because of the extremely shallow depth of field. The engineering of the lens could've been thought out more. Three to four stars.

A little effort goes a long way

By Melinda
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-01

Interesting lens for macro photography of flowers. It took a bit to get used to it but it stirred my creative juices.

Excellent for extremely detailed botanical photography

By Clifton
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-18

I use this lens for for images of plant parts 5mm in size, such as small flowers, grass/sedge scales, and tree buds. I do all photography handheld and am unsure why some online reviews of this lens indicate that handheld use isn't possible. I use generally f/8-f/16 apertures, fast shutter speed (1/160-1/200), and extremely high ISO (up to 6400 in dark situations, significantly less in full sun), and the camera's native flash and get images that, while not always exceptionally beautiful, contain useful details that are difficult to capture with other lenses. Botanical photography benefits from the extremely close focal distance of this lens - in all of these photos my hand is resting on the lens while holding the subject out of frame, so I'm generally able to get very stable shots that may be impossible with longer focus distances. Photography of mobile subjects is basically impossible, although I've got lucky a few times with slow-moving fellows.

A Very Challenging Lens

By Alan
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-09

This super macro lens is the most challenging I've ever come across. It does one thing and one thing only: it makes 4x or 4.5x macro images. The depth of field is paper thin even at smaller apertures and really requires some knowledge of focus stack and a focus stacking rail to produce decent photos. The uploaded images show the potential and the limits of the DOF issue. This lens is not for everyone, but if one is up for a challenge with some time to work with this lens, I would recommend it.

Good choice

By Sylvie
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-18

Google translate: Beautiful details are offered to us!

Get up close and personal

By William
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-22

Fun lens; opens a new world for your photos.

Not top of the line but fun.

By Kevin
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-02

Great lens for photographers looking for a challenge. Not the highest quality glass but adequate. Great new perspective.

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Does the lens work with the focus stacking ...

Does the lens work with the focus stacking function in the Xt-2 or would you have to move the subject for focus stacking? (subject shoud be on some kind of adjustable track I assume)
Asked by: Holger
You have to manually focus or move the camera or the subject for focus stacking.
Answered by: Dennis A
Date published: 2019-08-22

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how do I get the lens cap off ?
Asked by: Ruth
The front lens cap is a push-on type cap that you can pull with your fingers. The rear lens cap is a bayonet-type cap that will twist off in one direction and twist back on in the other.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Can you use the build-in focus stacking function ...

Can you use the build-in focus stacking function of the Xt camera or would you have to move the subject to do that?
Asked by: Holger
You have to manually focus or move the camera or the subject for focus stacking.
Answered by: Dennis A
Date published: 2022-08-31

Will this lens work wiht a Sony a37?

Will this lens work wiht a Sony a37?
Asked by: Virginia
Yes. The Mitakon Zhongyi 20mm f/2 4.5x Super Macro Lens for Sony A is compatible with the Sony SLT-A37 camera.
Answered by: Dan
Date published: 2022-10-26

Does it work with the a7rII?

Does it work with the a7rII?
Asked by: sofia
Yes, this lens works with the A7R2.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-02-17

would this lens work on a D850?

would this lens work on a D850?
Asked by: felipe
Yes.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-02-03

does it works on A6000 crop sensor camera?

does it works on A6000 crop sensor camera?
Asked by: Zanio
Yes, the Mitakon Zhongyi 20mm f/2 4.5x Super Macro Lens for Sony E, B&H # MIK20MF2SE, would be compatible for use on the Sony Alpha a6000 Mirrorless Digital Camera, which uses the Sony E-mount lens mount. As with all lenses used on the Sony a6000 Mirrorless Digital Camera, if you are comparing the angle of view of the lens to the same lens used on a full-frame camera, you would have to multiply the focal length by 1.5x to find the full-frame equivalent. As such, the Mitakon Zhongyi 20mm f/2 4.5x Super Macro Lens for Sony E used on the Sony a6000 would be the equivalent of a 30mm lens used on a full-frame camera.
Answered by: Manzell
Date published: 2022-05-17

question

is there any way to attach a ring light to this lens?
Asked by: Grant
The lens doesnt have a front filter thread, so there would be no way to attach a ring light to the lens. Though, with a minimum focus distance of .79 (20 mm), you would likely be looking to find some lighting coming from the side. Or, if the item being photographed is relatively translucent, you might also consider lighting it from the back.
Answered by: Christina S.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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