The original idea behind mirrorless cameras was they would be smaller, lighter alternatives to DSLRs due to the differences in technology while providing similar levels of optical performance. As I’ve noted in many subsequent reviews this idea is often lost, as frequently lenses designed for mirrorless (like the Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master) are, if anything, bigger and heavier than their DSLR counterparts. But Zeiss has managed to design an extremely compact, extremely high performance range for Sony FE (full frame mirrorless) – the Loxia series of lenses. One of those is the amazingly compact Zeiss Loxia 21mm f/2.8 Distagon T* lens, an optically exceptionally wide angle option for Sony. I’ll be running it through my standard battery of tests, but in the meantime you can see all the images that I take with the Loxia 21mm F2.8 during my review period here along with some photos that give you a closer look at the lens itself.

Take a closer look at the build, design, and features in this hands-on breakdown:

Images of the Zeiss Loxia 21mm F2.8 Distagon

Images taken with the Zeiss Loxia 21mm F2.8 (Sony a7R3)

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