Expansive. Expressive. Engineered for Light.
The NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S is a full-frame prime that invites you to step into wide-angle storytelling with clarity, character, and complete creative control. Designed for Nikon’s Z-series mirrorless system, this lens offers a dynamic 20mm field of view with a bright f/1.8 aperture—ideal for everything from dramatic landscapes and night skies to environmental portraits and immersive video.
This isn’t your average wide. The S-line optical design features aspherical elements and ED glass that work together to deliver remarkable edge-to-edge sharpness, virtually no distortion, and natural color rendition—even at wide-open apertures. Whether you’re chasing golden hour light or working in dim interiors, the fast f/1.8 aperture gathers light beautifully and lets you isolate your subject with a surprising sense of depth and softness in the background.
Autofocus is smooth, fast, and near-silent thanks to Nikon’s stepping motor—making it equally at home in still photography and video production. The focus breathing is minimized for cinematic consistency, and the custom control ring lets you assign aperture, ISO, or manual focus for an intuitive, tactile shooting experience.
Built to match the needs of professionals and passionate creators alike, the 20mm f/1.8 S features robust weather-sealing, a rugged build, and a clean, modern design that balances beautifully on Z-series bodies.
Key Features:
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Ultra-wide 20mm focal length with minimal distortion
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Fast f/1.8 maximum aperture for low light and creative depth
-
Edge-to-edge sharpness with advanced S-line optics
-
Stepping motor for quiet, accurate autofocus
-
Customizable control ring for fast adjustments
-
Excellent close focusing: 7.8 inches (0.2m) minimum distance
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Weather-sealed construction for reliable field use
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Ideal for high-resolution sensors and 4K/8K video workflows
Ideal For:
Astrophotography | Landscapes | Architecture | Video | Environmental Portraiture
With the NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S, Nikon gives you a lens that’s bold yet refined—made for those who want to create images that invite viewers in and hold them there. It’s wide without compromise, fast without bulk, and built for those who see the world a little more expansively.
We offer in-store pickup as well as shipping
🚀 Most in-stock orders are fulfilled within 1 business day of receiving the order.
📦 Special Orders typically arrive at Looking Glass within 2-14 business days. If a delay is expected, we will notify you.
🚚 Unless otherwise specified, we use USPS Ground shipping service with tracking.
📷 Orders < $150, Ground Shipping is $8.95; Orders > $149, Ground Shipping is FREE.
🇺🇸 We only ship within the Continental USA; We do not ship to freight forwarders.
Free Shipping Over $150 & Easy Returns
We’ll get your gear to you quickly (when shipping makes sense), with clear delivery expectations and straightforward returns if it’s not the right fit. No runaround—just real help if you need it.
0% Financing Options
Want to spread out the cost? We offer financing options (including 0% offers when available) and flexible payment plans at checkout—so you can get the right gear now without the stress.
Gear Outfitting for Confidence
Need deeper help choosing the right camera, lens, or kit for your lifestyle and the photos you plan to make? Book a one-on-one session with a Photo Coach and leave with a clear plan—plus guidance you can come back.
Free 1:1 Photo Coach Sessions with Purchase of Camera or Lens
Help precisely when you need it. Key questions arise AFTER you’ve had a chance to use your new gear. Setup help? Can’t quite get the aesthetic you aspire to? We’re here for it. You’re not buying from a warehouse—you’re buying from a team that actually knows the gear and wants you to love using it.
Description
Description
Expansive. Expressive. Engineered for Light.
The NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S is a full-frame prime that invites you to step into wide-angle storytelling with clarity, character, and complete creative control. Designed for Nikon’s Z-series mirrorless system, this lens offers a dynamic 20mm field of view with a bright f/1.8 aperture—ideal for everything from dramatic landscapes and night skies to environmental portraits and immersive video.
This isn’t your average wide. The S-line optical design features aspherical elements and ED glass that work together to deliver remarkable edge-to-edge sharpness, virtually no distortion, and natural color rendition—even at wide-open apertures. Whether you’re chasing golden hour light or working in dim interiors, the fast f/1.8 aperture gathers light beautifully and lets you isolate your subject with a surprising sense of depth and softness in the background.
Autofocus is smooth, fast, and near-silent thanks to Nikon’s stepping motor—making it equally at home in still photography and video production. The focus breathing is minimized for cinematic consistency, and the custom control ring lets you assign aperture, ISO, or manual focus for an intuitive, tactile shooting experience.
Built to match the needs of professionals and passionate creators alike, the 20mm f/1.8 S features robust weather-sealing, a rugged build, and a clean, modern design that balances beautifully on Z-series bodies.
Key Features:
-
Ultra-wide 20mm focal length with minimal distortion
-
Fast f/1.8 maximum aperture for low light and creative depth
-
Edge-to-edge sharpness with advanced S-line optics
-
Stepping motor for quiet, accurate autofocus
-
Customizable control ring for fast adjustments
-
Excellent close focusing: 7.8 inches (0.2m) minimum distance
-
Weather-sealed construction for reliable field use
-
Ideal for high-resolution sensors and 4K/8K video workflows
Ideal For:
Astrophotography | Landscapes | Architecture | Video | Environmental Portraiture
With the NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S, Nikon gives you a lens that’s bold yet refined—made for those who want to create images that invite viewers in and hold them there. It’s wide without compromise, fast without bulk, and built for those who see the world a little more expansively.
Shipping
Shipping
We offer in-store pickup as well as shipping
🚀 Most in-stock orders are fulfilled within 1 business day of receiving the order.
📦 Special Orders typically arrive at Looking Glass within 2-14 business days. If a delay is expected, we will notify you.
🚚 Unless otherwise specified, we use USPS Ground shipping service with tracking.
📷 Orders < $150, Ground Shipping is $8.95; Orders > $149, Ground Shipping is FREE.
🇺🇸 We only ship within the Continental USA; We do not ship to freight forwarders.
Looking Glass Advantage
Looking Glass Advantage
Free Shipping Over $150 & Easy Returns
We’ll get your gear to you quickly (when shipping makes sense), with clear delivery expectations and straightforward returns if it’s not the right fit. No runaround—just real help if you need it.
0% Financing Options
Want to spread out the cost? We offer financing options (including 0% offers when available) and flexible payment plans at checkout—so you can get the right gear now without the stress.
Gear Outfitting for Confidence
Need deeper help choosing the right camera, lens, or kit for your lifestyle and the photos you plan to make? Book a one-on-one session with a Photo Coach and leave with a clear plan—plus guidance you can come back.
Free 1:1 Photo Coach Sessions with Purchase of Camera or Lens
Help precisely when you need it. Key questions arise AFTER you’ve had a chance to use your new gear. Setup help? Can’t quite get the aesthetic you aspire to? We’re here for it. You’re not buying from a warehouse—you’re buying from a team that actually knows the gear and wants you to love using it.