AstrHori MF 18 mm f/5.6 APS-C Shift lens for Sony E-mount

Compact Pancake Lens with Shift Function

• Designed for APS-C sensor cameras with Sony E mount
• 18mm focal length providing a wide 76.8° field of view
• Optical axis shift range of ±6 mm (12 mm total) for precise perspective correction
• 360° rotation mechanism allows free adjustment of shift direction
• Fixed f/5.6 aperture ensures predictable exposure in all lighting conditions
• Minimal barrel distortion maintains straight architectural lines
• Optical construction of 7 elements in 5 groups for high sharpness and contrast
• Supports multi-frame stitching for high-resolution panoramas
• Minimum focusing distance of 30 cm from the front of the lens
• Ultra-thin construction at just 36 mm depth and lightweight at 169 g
• 58 mm filter thread for mounting UV, ND, or CPL filters
• Manual focus for precise control

Perspective Correction with Shift Function

The AstrHori MF 18mm f/5.6 APS-C Shift lens features an optical axis shift mechanism with a ±6 mm range, enabling precise correction of perspective distortions common in architectural photography. This function keeps vertical lines truly vertical and preserves natural proportions without tilting the camera. It also allows exclusion of unwanted elements by shifting the field of view while maintaining the camera position, enhancing workflow efficiency and image quality.

Ultra-Compact Pancake Design

With a depth of only 36 mm and weighing 169 g, this lens is highly portable and ideal for photographers who require mobility and discretion. Despite its compact size, it offers robust construction and a precise shift mechanism suitable for intensive fieldwork. The 58 mm filter thread expands creative options by allowing the use of various filters.

360° Rotation for Flexible Shift Direction

The lens's rotation mechanism enables shifting vertically, horizontally, or at any angle, adapting to complex architectural structures or dynamic shooting conditions. This flexibility provides complete control over perspective, enabling images unattainable with conventional lenses.

Advanced Optical Construction

The lens's optical design minimizes barrel distortion and maintains high sharpness and contrast across the frame, including edges. This is critical for wide-angle lenses with shift functionality, ensuring detailed and natural images suitable for architecture, interiors, and artwork reproduction.

Fixed Aperture for Consistent Exposure

The fixed f/5.6 aperture balances depth of field and light intake, optimized for consistent image quality across various scenarios, simplifying exposure management in changing lighting conditions.

High-Resolution Panoramas

By combining the shift function with precise framing, photographers can capture multiple images with varying optical axis positions and stitch them into high-resolution panoramas. This technique is valuable in landscape, architectural documentation, and any application requiring maximum image detail without expensive panoramic equipment.

Versatile Applications

Ideal for architectural, interior, urban, and artwork reproduction photography, the lens corrects perspective, enables precise framing in tight spaces, and maintains faithful proportions free from distortion. The 30 cm minimum focusing distance allows close-up work while preserving a wide field of view. Manual focus encourages deliberate composition and photographic intuition.

Specifications

• Model: AstrHori MF 18mm f/5.6 APS-C Shift
• Lens type: Manual focus, fixed focal length with shift function
• Mount: Sony E
• Sensor format: APS-C
• Focal length: 18 mm
• Aperture: f/5.6 (fixed)
• Field of view: 76.8°
• Shift range: ±6 mm (12 mm total)
• Rotation range: 360°
• Optical construction: 7 elements in 5 groups
• Minimum focusing distance: 30 cm
• Filter size: 58 mm diameter
• Dimensions: 63 mm diameter × 36 mm depth
• Weight: 169 g

Included in the Box

• AstrHori MF 18mm f/5.6 APS-C Shift lens for Sony E
• Front lens cap
• Rear lens cap