The Loxia 2.8/21 ($1,499) is the third in the Zeiss series of manual focus lenses for Sony's mirrorless camera system. It covers an ultra-wide field of view when paired with a full-frame model, and a more moderate wide angle when used with an APS-C model like the Alpha 6000 ($549.99 at Dell Technologies) . Photographers are certain to appreciate its image quality, and videographers will be happy with the manual focus ring and clickless aperture control. If you have a penchant for compact primes and prefer manual focus, the Loxia is a good choice. But Sony shooters who prefer autofocus will undoubtedly prefer the Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS ($1,348.00 at Amazon) , an Editors' Choice winner, to capture the world in an ultra-wide perspective. DesignThe Loxia ($1,298.00 at Amazon) is small at just 2.8 by 2.4 inches (HD), but heavy for its size at 13.9 ounces. The heft is due to its construction. The barrel is all metal, and the design incorporates an o-ring at the lens mount...
If you prefer the feel of a manual focus lens, the wide-angle Zeiss Loxia 2.8/21 is sure to tickle your fancy.
Very sharp; Compact; Excellent manual focus experience; Solid build; Physical aperture ring; Dust- and splash-resistant
Some dimming at the corners of the frame; Lacks image stabilization; Pricey