Voigtlander VM 40mm f/2.8 Heliar

Voigtlander VM 40mm f/2.8 Heliar

Lens Summary

Brand: Voigtlander

Also Known As: Voigtlander VM 40mm f/2.8

Lens Type: Prime Lens

Format: Full Frame / FX

Focus: Manual Focus

Lens Mount: Sony E

Release Date: 2014-09-24

MSRP Price: $399

Made in: Japan

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: The VM 40mm f/2.8 Heliar Lens for Sony E-Mount from Voigtlander is an M mount lens however it is designed to work as a close focus lens with full frame and APS-C Sony E-mount cameras in conjunction with the separately sold Voigtlander VM-E Close Focus Adapter for VM-Mount Lens to Sony E-Mount Camera. The lens itself does not have a focusing helicoid so cannot be focused without the adapter and with the adapter it provides a minimum focus distance of 19.7".


Voigtlander VM 40mm f/2.8 Heliar Specifications

Lens Specifications
Lens TypePrime Lens
Focal Length40mm
Mount TypeSony E
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)Micro Four Thirds
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Image StabilizationNo
Aperture Information
Aperture RingYes
Maximim Aperturef/2.8
Minimum Aperturef/22
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)57°
Optical Information
Lens Elements5
Lens Groups3
Diaphragm Blades10
Focus Information
FocusManual Focus
Built-in Focus MotorNo
Filter Information
Filter Size37mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions52 x 21.4mm
Weight132g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack

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