Voigtlander Ultra Wide-Heliar 12mm f/5.6 Aspherical III

(2 customer reviews)

The Voigtlander Ultra Wide-Heliar 12mm f/5.6 Aspherical III is a camera glass that is suitable for full frame cameras. It is a manual focus photo lens that has 10 lens elements and a lens coating that helps reduce glare and ghosting. The build quality of this glass is top-notch and it is designed to last for a long time. It has a wide aperture of f/5.6 which allows for more light to enter the lens and produce clear and sharp images. This lens has a resolution that is suitable for landscape and architectural photography.

If you are looking for an alternative to this lens, you can consider the Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fish-eye lens or the Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM Art lens. Both lenses have autofocus capabilities and are suitable for full frame cameras. However, they may not have the same level of resolution and build quality as the Voigtlander Ultra Wide-Heliar 12mm f/5.6 Aspherical III.

Overall, the Voigtlander Ultra Wide-Heliar 12mm f/5.6 Aspherical III is a great option for photographers who want to capture wide-angle shots with a manual focus lens. It is a well-built photographic lens that produces clear and sharp images with a beautiful bokeh. The manufacturing time for this lens is not mentioned, but it is likely to take some time due to its high-quality build.

Positives:
– Amazing sharpness: This lens is incredibly sharp and provides excellent image quality even when used at the widest aperture setting.
– Great build quality: The lens feels solid and well-made, and the focusing ring is smooth and precise.
– Compact and lightweight: Despite its wide angle, the lens is surprisingly small and lightweight, making it easy to carry around and use.
– Minimal distortion: The lens produces very little distortion, which is impressive considering its extremely wide angle.

Negatives:
– Limited aperture range: The maximum aperture of f/5.6 may not be wide enough for some photographers, especially those who shoot in low light conditions.
– Manual focus only: This lens does not have autofocus, so it may not be suitable for photographers who prefer to shoot quickly or need to capture action.

Conclusion:
Overall, the Voigtlander Ultra Wide-Heliar 12mm f/5.6 Aspherical III camera lens is an excellent choice for wide angle photography. Its amazing sharpness and compact size make it a great option for landscape, architecture, and astro photography. While it may not be suitable for all types of photography, it is definitely worth considering for those who appreciate high-quality manual lenses.

Optical design

Has 10 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh. Not the best in terms of aperture.

Physical characteristics

Weights 230 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 59 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options.

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2 reviews for Voigtlander Ultra Wide-Heliar 12mm f/5.6 Aspherical III

  1. Ebay.com

    Ebay.com rated as 5.0/5

  2. Ebay.com Mar 15, 2017

    It is amazing len. This Len is really sharp and worth the price. I am a wide angle lover, I’ve tried canon 14mm Ver2, 16-35 f4, sigma 12-24mm ver2, finally, I only keep samyang(bower) 14mm for its sharpness. However, this voigtlander 12mm is the only one can beat the samyang 14mm. If you have enough budget, for sure need to buy this Len. Limited budget, buy samyang 14mm, that is also good.

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