{"product_id":"viltrox-z-20-f2-point-8-af-stm-nikon-z-mount","title":"Viltrox AF 20mm f\/2.8 Wide Angle Lens for Nikon Z Mount","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Viltrox AF 20mm f\/2.8 for Nikon Z is a lightweight, full-frame prime lens designed for wide-angle photography and video. Its 20mm focal length delivers an expansive field of view, making it well suited to landscapes, interiors and handheld vlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a 10-element, 8-group optical design that includes ED, aspherical and high refractive index elements, the lens is built to maintain clarity while controlling distortion. A quiet STM motor provides smooth, accurate autofocus, supporting both stills and video use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNikon Z users wanting a compact, everyday wide-angle lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVloggers and creators working handheld or on the move\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLandscape and travel photographers needing a lightweight setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShooters who want autofocus in a small, affordable prime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20mm ultra-wide focal length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ef\/2.8 maximum aperture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNikon Z mount, full-frame coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTM autofocus motor for smooth, quiet operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum focus distance: 0.19m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, lightweight design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e52mm filter thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal focusing with constant lens length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20mm wide-angle field of view\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGives you more of the scene in frame—useful for landscapes, interiors, and vlogging where space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ef\/2.8 aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBalances low-light capability with a compact lens size, making it practical for everyday carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 elements in 8 groups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncludes 2 ED elements, 2 aspherical elements, and a high refractive index element to help control aberrations and maintain image quality across the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTM autofocus motor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides quiet, smooth focusing—particularly useful for video and continuous autofocus tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal focusing design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeeps the lens length constant during focusing, improving balance on gimbals and rigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHD nano multi-layer coating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHelps reduce flare and ghosting, with added water-resistant and antifouling properties on the front element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose this product\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lens is about portability and practicality. It gives you a genuinely wide perspective without adding bulk to your kit, making it ideal for travel, day-to-day shooting, and lightweight video setups. The autofocus and close focusing distance add flexibility, whether you're shooting wide scenes or tighter, detail-led compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravel and street photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLandscape and architecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandheld vlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnvironmental portraits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose-up wide-angle shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Viltrox","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58042828652931,"sku":"VLX-Z-20-NIKON-Z","price":164.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/6943\/8707\/files\/VLX-Z-20-NIKON-Z-VILTROX-Z-20-F2-POINT-8-AF-STM-NIKON-Z-MOUNT-01.jpg?v=1778765948","url":"https:\/\/www.essentialphoto.co.uk\/products\/viltrox-z-20-f2-point-8-af-stm-nikon-z-mount","provider":"EssentialPhoto \u0026 Video","version":"1.0","type":"link"}