Nikon Z (DX/FX) Autofocus
Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S
- Focal length
- 20 mm
- Aperture
- f/1.8
- Weight
- 505 g
- Filter diameter
- 77 mm
- Min. focus distance
- 20 cm
- Length
- 108.5 mm
At a Glance
The Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S is an ultra-wide prime for Nikon Z on full frame. Its f/1.8 maximum aperture shortens shutter times for night skies and interiors. It focuses down to 20 cm and weighs 505 g. Focus breathing compensation and a control ring are among its features. The wide field of view suits landscape and architecture.
Good for
- Landscape
- Architecture
- Interiors
- Night sky
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Technical Specifications
- Min. focal length
- 20 mm
- Max. focal length
- 20 mm
- Max. aperture (min. zoom)
- f/1.8
- Max. aperture (max. zoom)
- f/1.8
- Min. aperture
- f/16
- Elements
- 14
- Groups
- 11
- Weight
- 505 g (1.11 lb)
- Filter diameter
- 77 mm
- Min. focus distance
- 20 cm (7.87 in)
- Max. magnification
- 1:5.3 (0.19×)
- Length
- 108.5 mm (4.27 in)
- Diameter
- 84.5 mm (3.33 in)
- Released
- March 2020
Manufacturer data: imaging.nikon.com
Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check
Which cameras does the Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S fit?
The Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S is a full-frame lens for Nikon Z cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon Z cameras its field of view equals 30 mm in full-frame terms.
Nikon Z cameras
Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S compared
Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon Z lenses.
| Lens | Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S | Viltrox MF 20mm F1.8 | Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 | Nikon Nikkor Z 24mm F1.8 S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm | 24 mm |
| Max. aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 | f/2.8 | f/1.8 |
| Weight | 505 g | 782 g | 173 g | 450 g |
| Filter diameter | 77 mm | 82 mm | 52 mm | 72 mm |
| Min. focus distance | 20 cm | 25 cm | 19 cm | 25 cm |
| Length | 108.5 mm | 104 mm | 60.8 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Autofocus | yes | no | yes | yes |
| Image stabilization | no | no | no | no |
Comparisons with this lens
Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S: FAQ
Does the Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S have autofocus?
Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S has autofocus.
Does the Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S have image stabilization?
No, the Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.
How much does the Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S weigh?
The Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S weighs 505 g. It is 108.5 mm long with a diameter of 84.5 mm.
What filter size does the Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S use?
The Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S takes 77 mm screw-in filters.
How close can the Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S focus?
The minimum focus distance of the Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S is 20 cm, measured from the sensor plane.
Is the Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S a full-frame lens?
Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 30 mm in full-frame terms.
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