9.7
9.8
9.7

Canon FD 20mm f/2.8 S.S.C.

Year 1973
Lens Groups 9
Lens Element 10
Aperature Blades 6
Minimum Aperture f/22
Closest Focusing 0.25 m
Max. Magnifcation 1:7.9 (0.126x)
Filter Size 72 mm
Diameter x Length 75 x 58 mm
Weight 345 gr (0.76 lb)
Hood -
2010-07-20

januaryman

IQ
9.5
Build
10.0
9.7
Solid build, very good IQ
Prices are edging up lately.

I had been using a fantastic Vivitar 19/3.8 that was fine but a bit mushy in the corners and if detail was needed there, it couldn't be attained. Saw one of these at KEH and picked it up, rated EX. Its build is solid, a heavy lens compared to the plastic marvels of today, but not anything you need worry about. It easily is a match for the Vivitar, with a more solid build, a bit better IQ than my 19. Edge resolution is superior, distortion is pretty minimal compared with other ultra wides. If you want a quality ultra wide, this is her. If you have less money to spend, consider the Vivitar. Should I have spent as much as I did for a "specialty" lens? Probably not. Am I satisfied? Yes.

2009-10-29

Guest

IQ
9.5
Build
9.5
9.5
sharp, fairly light, solid build
nothing really

A special purpose lens for most, but a very useful one for broad landscapes, close quarters or just a unique perspective. I like the lens very much, and use it frequently. As mentioned their can be some flare, because of the large front element, but it is not a problem that crops up with any frequency. Build quality is typical Canon, which is very fine. I'd give it a 9.8 for build, if that were available.

2009-07-19

richterjw

IQ
10.0
Build
10.0
10
Build, Contrast, IQ, Durability
None Come to Mind

This is one of two lenses I used exclusively for several years, the other being the 50mm f/1.4. Of course this is considered by many to be a bit of a specialist lens and not necessarily right for everyone. Can exhibit flare in some conditions, but not especially prone; this is to be expected in lenses with large front elements.