Thypoch reveals affordable and compact Ksana 21mm f/3.5 ultra-wide-angle lens for full-frame cameras

As the manufacturer’s MTF curves show, the lens is relatively sharp across the frame even wide open, including the edges. Distortion and chromatic aberration are also said to be minimal, although the manufacturer does not provide any numbers in that regard. With nine aperture blades, the Ksena 21mm is apparently able to render sunstars at f/4.

Furthermore, the so-called "Epoch Coating 73" is intended to give photos a slight amber tint, at least as long this is not eliminated by the camera’s white balance. Either way, the lens only supports manual focus, but considering the extremely large depth of field, it should be easily usable with zone focusing. Focusing on subjects at a minimum distance of about 0.5 meters from the camera is possible as well. The housing is made entirely of aluminum.

The Thypoch Ksana 21mm f/3.5 full-frame lens is now available for $549 at the manufacturer’s official online store. Shipping is free, but the price does not include import fees and taxes for international buyers. The lens is offered exclusively with a Leica M mount including rangefinder coupling, but it can also be used on Sony E, Nikon Z or Canon R cameras via the corresponding adapters.