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Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8

Nikon Z (DX/FX) Autofocus

Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8

Focal length
16 mm
Aperture
f/1.8
Weight
550 g
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
27 cm
Length
103 mm
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At a Glance

The 16 mm f/1.8 is an ultra-wide prime for full-frame Nikon Z. Its wide aperture allows short shutter times at dusk and under night skies. At the minimum focus distance of 27 cm it reaches a magnification of 1:10. The lens weighs 550 g and suits landscapes, architecture, interiors and night sky work.

Good for

  • Landscape
  • Architecture
  • Interiors
  • Night sky

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
16 mm
Max. focal length
16 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/1.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.8
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
15
Groups
12
Weight
550 g (1.21 lb)
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
27 cm (10.63 in)
Max. magnification
1:10 (0.1×)
Length
103 mm (4.06 in)
Diameter
85.2 mm (3.35 in)

Manufacturer data: viltrox.com, viltrox.com, viltrox.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 fit?

The Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 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 24 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon Z cameras

Full frame:
Nikon Z5IIC,Nikon ZR,Nikon Z5II,Nikon Z6III,Nikon Z8,Nikon Zf,Nikon Z9,Nikon Z5,Nikon Z6II,Nikon Z7II,Nikon Z6,Nikon Z7
APS-C:
Nikon Z50II,Nikon Z30,Nikon Z fc,Nikon Z50

Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon Z lenses.

LensViltrox AF 16mm F1.8Venus Laowa 15mm F2 Zero-DVenus Laowa Aksen 17.5mm F1.7 5-10X Ultra Macro APOTTArtisan AF 17mm f/1.8 Air
Focal length16 mm15 mm17.5 mm17 mm
Max. aperturef/1.8f/2f/1.7f/1.8
Weight550 g500 g570 g–
Filter diameter77 mm72 mm–52 mm
Min. focus distance27 cm15 cm–18 cm
Length103 mm82 mm127.5 mm51 mm
Autofocusyesnonoyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8: FAQ

Does the Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 have autofocus?

Yes, the Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 has autofocus.

Does the Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 have image stabilization?

No, the Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 weigh?

The Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 weighs 550 g. It is 103 mm long with a diameter of 85.2 mm.

What filter size does the Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 use?

The Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 takes 77 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 is 27 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 24 mm in full-frame terms.

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