
Surprisingly versatile. That is probably the best way to describe the often underrated ultra-wide angle focal length of the 14mm lens. With a 114 to 115.7-degree view (depending on the brand) when mounted on a full-frame camera, this lens works as well capturing vast landscape and nightscape images in a single shot as it does capturing environmental portraits in even the tightest of spaces (from as close as 11 inches between the lens and the subject). If the ambient light is somewhat low, fear not. Several options include a fast, constant f/2.8 aperture (or f/1.8 for Sigma) to allow in more light when working with difficult lighting conditions.
You can find the prices and specs for various makes and models of the 14mm lenses via the links below:
For Canon EF Mount Camera Bodies
- Canon EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
- Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
- Samyang 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
- Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 IF ED UMC Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
- Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 Lens for Canon RF (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
For Nikon Camera Bodies
- Nikon AF Nikkor 14mm f/2.8D ED Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
- Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
- Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
- Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 IF ED UMC Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
- Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 Lens for Nikon Z (Amazon | Adorama)
For Sony Camera Bodies
- Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
- Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
- Rokinon AF 14mm f/2.8 FE Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
For Pentax K Camera Bodies
- Pentax SMCP-DA 14mm f/2.8 ED AF Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
- Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 IF ED UMC Lens (B&H | Amazon | Adorama)
We’re happy to feature a collection of images from five imaginative global photographers to demonstrate the creative potential of the 14mm lens in an array of genres. You can find their images and links to their sites below. We highly encourage you to check out more of their work.
Damien Lovegrove: Website | Instagram
Alik Griffin: Website | Instagram
Bastian Kratzke: Website | Instagram
Matthew Saville: Website | Instagram
[Related Reading: Sigma 14mm f/1.8 Art Lens Review | The New Champion Of 14mm Ultra-Wides?]
Daniel Gangur: Website | Instagram
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All of the images in this article were used with direct permission from the artists. Do NOT use or distribute the images without direct consent from the artists.
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