AstrHori 18mm F5.6 Shift
AstrHori 18mm F5.6 Shift
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SKU:JAN:4582752631481
MSRP 27,000 yen
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Specifications
| Compatible Sensor Size | APS-C Size |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Focal Length | 18mm (35mm equivalent: 27mm) |
| Focus Mode | MF (Manual Focus) |
| Lens Construction | 7 elements in 5 groups (including 1 high refractive index lens and 2 ED lenses) |
| Aperture Range | F5.6 |
| Minimum Focusing Distance | 0.3m |
| Filter Size | 58mm |
| Dimensions *Excluding mount |
E: Φ63mm×31.5mm Z: Φ66.5mm×33.5mm |
| Weight | E: Approx. 169g / Z: Approx. 184g |
| Accessories | Lens Cap, Rear Cap |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 2 years (Covers natural failures) |
※ Notes on Purchase and Use
- Camera Settings: Before use, please set "Release without lens" on your camera body to "ON." *Settings and item names may vary depending on the camera model. Please refer to your camera's instruction manual for details.
- Product Specifications: Due to production lot variations, the appearance of the product may differ slightly from the information posted.

"Palm-sized, for drawing straight lines."
The "AstrHori 18mm F5.6 Shift" is a wide-angle shift lens for APS-C cameras. Its rotary shift mechanism (±6mm / 360° rotation with 45° click stops) allows for natural perspective rendition while maintaining horizontal and vertical alignment within the composition. Weighing approximately 169g with a diameter of 63mm, it features a lightweight and compact design. The lens construction, combining high refractive index and ED lenses, suppresses distortion and chromatic aberration, achieving clear and sharp imaging all the way to the edges. It is suitable for a wide range of uses, from everyday snapshots to professional photography. It allows for easily achieving "perfectly aligned shots" as intended, such as creating seamless wide panoramas, accurately representing product shapes by correcting perspective in product photography, maintaining straight lines even in limited spaces for interior and real estate documentation, and avoiding reflections when shooting through glass, like shop windows or observation decks, by using the shift function. Although designed for APS-C, it can be used with full-frame cameras when the shift function is not engaged. *Peripheral rendering may vary depending on the camera model and conditions.
Rotary shift mechanism (±6mm/360° rotation)
Equipped with a ±6mm shift and a 360° rotating mechanism. The 45° click stops make it easy to ascertain rotational position, enabling intuitive horizontal and vertical alignment of structures and products.
Lightweight and compact design
Weighing approximately 169g with a diameter of 63mm, its lightweight body offers excellent portability. From everyday snapshots to professional shoots, it's easy to carry to any location and excels in a wide range of situations.
Ideal for panorama and architectural photography
Shift allows you to connect screens while suppressing parallax, efficiently creating seamless panoramas and architectural photos. This enables high-precision expression from the time of shooting.
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