Lightweight, compact and my best companion for the majority of the time
This 28mm (SEL28F20) is my second prime lens, which I use 99% of the time when going out. The price was in the lower range as the target market is entry-level photographers. The cheapest market price in 2021 is DKK2,550 (around ?340).
This lens is attached to my Sony A7Riii and has been the go-to lens for most of my photos. Sometimes, it is the sole lens that I took with me when I can’t pack a lot of gear.
I like this lens because it is lightweight and compact, hence the system works well on my hands and with my shooting style. It also locks focus rather quick. The wide aperture is helpful, especially in low light conditions and handled handheld. I like the wide-angle view as I can fit more scenes without the need to move too far back.
ISO 100 f/3.50 1/640 sec.
It works really well with my landscape, architecture, cityscape and street photography with its wide perspective. It also works well for full-body portraits. I do actually feel a bit pleased with the portrait produced by this lens even for ? headshot. But for ? headshot seems awkward as I have to be quite close to the person. And yes, the face distortion is there when taking a close-up portrait!
ISO 1000 f/2.8 1/100 sec.
This lens is discreet and does not really attract attention when used in the public. Because of its wide-angle and close focus distance, I also use this for food photography.
ISO 200 f/4.0 1/160 sec.
My sweet spot is between f/2.8 and f/5.6 depending on the situation. For food, I prefer f/4.0 and street photography at f/2.8 but sometimes I do go wide between f/2.0 to f/2.2. Somehow for landscape, I prefer something from f/3.50 and narrower.
However, it has a strong barrel distortion which of course can be corrected in Lightroom.
Aperture range: f/2 to f/22
The angle of view: 75?
Minimum focus distance: 29 cm (AF) / 25cm (MF)
Maximum magnification ratio: 1:7.7 (0.13?) (AF) / 1:6.25 (0.16?) MF
Filter size: 49 mm
Dimensions (? ? L): 64 ? 60 mm
Weight: 200 g