VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE

VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE Lens for Sony E-Mount Instruction Manual

Model: 16mm F1.8 FE

1. Entwodiksyon

Thank you for choosing the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens. This full-frame wide-angle autofocus lens is designed for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, offering a large F1.8 aperture for excellent low-light performance and shallow depth of field. This manual provides essential information for the proper use and maintenance of your lens.

VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens mounted on a Sony E-mount camera, highlighting its full-frame wide-angle capabilities.

Image: The VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens, designed for Sony E-mount cameras, suitable for astrophotography, landscape, architecture, portrait, and video.

2. Ki sa ki nan bwat la

Tanpri verifye ke tout atik ki nan lis anba a yo enkli nan pakè ou a:

  • VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE Lens
  • Lens Hood
  • Sak lantiy
  • Lantiy devan bouchon
  • Lens dèyè Cap
  • Manyèl itilizatè
  • Kat apre-lavant
Contents of the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens package, including the lens, lens hood, front and rear caps, and lens bag.

Image: The VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens and its included accessories: lens hood, front cap, rear cap, and lens bag.

3. Karakteristik kle

The VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens offers several advanced features for photographers and videographers:

  • F1.8 Super Large Aperture: Enables excellent low-light performance and shallow depth of field for creative effects.
  • Ultra Wide-Angle Design: 16mm focal length with a 105.6° angle of view, ideal for landscapes, cityscapes, and astrophotography.
  • Precise Auto Focus: Equipped with an STM stepping motor for fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus, including eye and face recognition.
  • Ekspozisyon LCD entelijan: Integrated display shows aperture and focus distance, streamlining the shooting process.
  • Inner Focus Optical Structure: Features 15 elements in 12 groups, including 3 aspherical lenses, for high resolution and coma suppression.
  • Portable & Efficient Control: Durable metal body, dust-protected design, and convenient controls like Fn1/Fn2 Focus Lock Buttons, CLICK aperture ring switch, and AF/MF lever.
VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens mounted on a camera, with icons illustrating its key features: AF, Eye AF, Large Aperture, LCD Screen, CLICK Switch, Fn Button, Multi-layer Coating, Lightweight, Firmware Upgrade.

Imaj: Plis paseview of the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens highlighting its main features.

4. Enstalasyon

4.1 Mounting the Lens

  1. Asire w kamera w la etenn.
  2. Remove the rear lens cap from the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens and the body cap from your camera.
  3. Align the white index mark on the lens with the corresponding index mark on your camera's lens mount.
  4. Mete lantiy la nan sipò kamera a epi vire l nan sans zegwi mont lan jiskaske li klike an plas. Pa fòse lantiy la.
  5. Attach the front lens cap when not in use to protect the front element.
Close-up of the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens rear element and E-mount contacts.

Image: The rear element and electronic contacts of the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens.

4.2 Mete kouvèti lantiy la

The included lens hood helps to prevent flare and ghosting caused by extraneous light. Align the lens hood with the front of the lens and twist it until it locks securely. For storage, the hood can be reversed and mounted on the lens.

The VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens with its petal-shaped lens hood attached.

Image: The VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens with its lens hood attached.

4.3 Understanding Lens Controls

  • Chanjman AF/MF: Located on the side of the lens, this switch allows you to toggle between Autofocus (AF) and Manual Focus (MF) modes.
  • Close-up of the AF/MF switch on the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens.

    Image: The AF/MF switch on the lens barrel.

  • Fn1/Fn2 Focus Lock Buttons: These customizable function buttons can be assigned various camera functions, such as focus hold, through your camera's menu.
  • Close-up of the Fn1 and Fn2 customizable function buttons on the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens.

    Image: The Fn1 and Fn2 buttons on the lens barrel.

  • CLICK Aperture Ring Switch: This switch allows you to enable or disable the click stops on the aperture ring. 'ON' provides tactile clicks for precise aperture adjustments, while 'OFF' allows for smooth, silent aperture changes, ideal for video recording.
  • Close-up of the CLICK switch on the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens, used to enable or disable aperture ring clicks.

    Image: The CLICK switch for aperture ring control.

  • Ekspozisyon LCD entelijan: The integrated LCD screen provides real-time information on aperture and focus distance.
  • Close-up of the intelligent digital LCD display on the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens, showing aperture and focus distance.

    Image: The smart LCD display on the lens.

5. Itilizasyon Lantiy la

5.1 Using the F1.8 Large Aperture

The F1.8 maximum aperture allows for significant light gathering, making it suitable for shooting in low-light conditions without excessive ISO. It also enables a shallow depth of field, creating pleasing background blur (bokeh) to isolate your subject. Adjust the aperture using the aperture ring on the lens or through your camera's controls, depending on your camera settings.

A portrait shot demonstrating the shallow depth of field and soft bokeh achievable with the F1.8 aperture of the VILTROX 16mm FE lens. An aperture diagram shows various f-stops.

Imaj: Egzample of shallow depth of field and bokeh at F1.8.

5.2 Autofocus (AF) Operation

Set the AF/MF switch on the lens to 'AF'. The lens's STM stepping motor provides fast and precise autofocus. Utilize your camera's autofocus modes, including eye and face detection, for optimal subject tracking. The lens is designed to maintain sharp focus even at wide apertures and in challenging lighting.

5.3 Manual Focus (MF) Operation

Set the AF/MF switch on the lens to 'MF'. Rotate the focus ring on the lens to adjust focus manually. The LCD display will show the current focus distance, assisting in precise manual focusing. Your camera's focus peaking and magnification features can further aid in achieving critical focus.

5.4 Utilizing the Smart LCD Display

The LCD display on the lens provides immediate visual feedback on your current aperture setting and focus distance. This allows for quick adjustments without needing to check your camera's screen or viewfinder, enhancing your workflow.

Close-up of the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens's intelligent digital display, showing focus distance and aperture settings, with a detailed diagram explaining each indicator.

Imaj: Detaye view nan ekran LCD a ak endikatè li yo.

5.5 Shooting Scenarios

  • Astwofotografi: The 16mm focal length and F1.8 aperture are highly suitable for capturing wide-field astrophotography, allowing for detailed starscapes and Milky Way shots.
  • An astrophotography image showing a starry night sky with the Milky Way, captured using the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens on a camera, demonstrating its high resolution and sharpness for night sky photography.

    Imaj: Egzample of astrophotography captured with the lens.

  • Landscape and Architecture: The ultra-wide angle is excellent for expansive landscapes and architectural photography, fitting more of the scene into the frame.
  • Video Shooting: The lightweight design and quiet STM motor make this lens suitable for video recording, including vlogging. The de-clickable aperture ring (using the CLICK switch) allows for smooth exposure transitions.
  • A video camera rig equipped with the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens, positioned against a scenic outdoor background, illustrating its use for vlog and video shooting.

    Image: The lens mounted on a video camera setup.

6. Antretyen

Proper care will extend the life and performance of your lens:

  • Netwayaj: Use a soft, lint-free cloth to clean the lens barrel. For lens elements, use a lens brush to remove dust, then a lens cleaning solution and a microfiber cloth. Avoid touching the glass surfaces with your fingers.
  • Depo: Store the lens in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Always attach the front and rear lens caps when not in use. Use the provided lens bag for added protection during transport.
  • Pousyè ak imidite: The lens features a dust-protected structure. However, avoid exposing the lens to excessive dust, dirt, or moisture. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
  • Kontak: Keep the electronic contacts on the lens mount clean. Use a clean, dry cloth to gently wipe them if necessary.

NAN. Depanaj

If you encounter issues with your VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens, consider the following common solutions:

  • Kamera a pa rekonèt lantiy la: Ensure the lens is securely mounted to the camera body. Power off the camera, re-mount the lens, and power on again. Clean the electronic contacts on both the lens and camera body with a dry, lint-free cloth.
  • Otofokus la pa fonksyone: Check that the AF/MF switch on the lens is set to 'AF'. Verify that your camera's autofocus settings are correctly configured. Ensure there is sufficient light and contrast for the autofocus system to operate effectively.
  • Image quality issues (e.g., blurriness): Check if the lens is clean. Ensure the focus mode is appropriate for your subject and that focus is accurately achieved. If using manual focus, ensure the focus assist features (peaking, magnification) are utilized correctly.
  • Aperture ring not clicking: Check the 'CLICK' switch on the lens. If it's set to 'OFF', the aperture ring will rotate smoothly without clicks.
  • Ekran LCD a pa fonksyone: Ensure the lens is properly connected to the camera and the camera is powered on. If the issue persists, try cleaning the contacts.

For further assistance, please refer to the VILTROX official support channels.

8. Espesifikasyon

Below are the technical specifications for the VILTROX 16mm F1.8 FE lens:

MakVILTROX
Modèl16mm F1.8 FE
Longè Fokal16 mm
Ouverture maksimòmF1.8
Kalite lantiyWide Angle, Prime Lens
Montaj konpatibSony E
Estrikti optik15 eleman nan 12 gwoup (ki gen ladan 3 lantiy asferik)
Motè otofokusSTM Stepping Motor
Dimansyon pwodwi4.1 x 3.4 x 3.4 pous
Pwa atik2.44 liv (apeprè 1.1 kg)
KarakteristikSmart LCD Display, Fn Buttons, CLICK Aperture Switch, Inner Focus

9. Garanti ak sipò

VILTROX products typically come with a manufacturer's warranty. Please refer to the warranty card included in your product packaging for specific terms and conditions, including warranty period and coverage details. For technical support, firmware updates, or service inquiries, please visit the official VILTROX websit la oubyen kontakte sèvis kliyan yo dirèkteman.

Ou ka jwenn plis enfòmasyon ak sipò nan VILTROX Official Store on Amazon.

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