Lens construction: 11 elements in 7 groups (2 ED glass elements and 3 aspherical lenses)


Picture angle: 99° - 61°


Focal-length scale: 12, 15, 18, 20, 24mm


Number of diaphragm blades: 7 (rounded)


Minimum f/stop: 22


Closest focusing distance: 0.3m (through the entire focal range)


Maximum reproduction ratio: 1/8.3


Zoom control: Manual, via separate zoom ring


Macro focusing: N/A


Focus-limit switch: N/A


M/A mode: Available


Focus lock button: N/A


Weight (approx.): 465g


Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera’s lens mounting flange): 82.5×90 mm

Lens cap: Snap-on


Lens hood: HB-23 (supplied)


Lens case: CL-S2 (optional)


Tripod collar: N/A


External front filter attachment frame: Does not rotate


External front filter: 77mm


Slip-on filter: N/A


Built-in/rear filter: N/A


Circular polarizing filter: Usable


Circular polarizing filter II: Usable, even with dedicated Lens Hood HB-23


Infrared compensation scale: N/A


Supplied accessories: 77mm snap-on front lens cap LC-77, Rear lens cap LF-1, Bayonet Hood HB-23


Aperture ring: N/A


Distance scale: Does have


Material of lens mount: Metal