7Artisans has announced a new compact wide-angle lens in the pancake form factor for full-frame mirrorless cameras: Sony E, Nikon Z, and L-mount. The 7Artisans 18mm F5.6 optics have exclusively manual focus and weigh only 146 grams. A photoelectric lens is perfect for shooting with a stabilizer and street photography. For reference, similar optics from Viltrox and Samyang support autofocus.

The 7Artisans 18mm F5.6 lens is not just another lens. It boasts 7 elements in 5 groups, including two ED (low dispersion) elements and one aspherical lens, setting it apart from its competitors. The minimum focusing distance of 0.3 meters further enhances its unique capabilities.
The new 7Artisans 18 mm F5.6 lens is not just a piece of equipment; it’s a statement. With its sleek, black design and compact form, it’s a must-have for any photographer. Given the compactness and sleek design, the question arises about how convenient it will be to operate the focus ring (especially for photographers with large hands and fingers).
7artisan 18mm F5.6 Price and Release Date
The 7Artisans 18mm F5.6 lens is now available for purchase at a competitive $89. It is easily accessible to photographers worldwide and can be found on Amazon.com, Bhphotovideo, and Amazon.co.uk.
Of course, the new product has many competitors. For example, the manufacturer reports that the new Laowa 15mm F/5 FF II Cookie weighs 105 grams and has almost zero distortion. The minimum focusing distance is 12 cm, and support for automatic aperture is implemented with Sony and Nikon cameras.
Specifications

- Focal Length: 18mm
- Lens Mount: Nikon Z, Sony E, L-Mount
- Lens Format Coverage: Full-Frame
- Focus Type: Manual Focus
- Maximum Aperture: f/5.6
- Minimum Aperture: f/5.6
- Angle of View: 98.7°
- Minimum Focus Distance: 11.8″ / 30 cm
- Optical Design: 7 Elements in 5 Groups
- Diaphragm Blades: 0
- Image Stabilization: No
- Front Filter Size: 49 mm
- Dimensions (ø x L): 2.6 x 1.3″ / 66 x 32 mm
- Weight: 5.2 oz / 146 g