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    Spiratone YS 18 mm f/ 3.2
    Spiratone YS 18 mm f/ 3.2

    Spiratone YS 18 mm f/ 3.2

    18mm · f/3.2

    Overview

    The Spiratone YS 18mm f/3.2 is a vintage ultra-wide lens with notable optical strengths including good sharpness in the center when stopped down, but suffers from significant edge softness and distortion. Build quality is typical of its era, with a metal construction but a somewhat stiff focus ring. It suits photographers seeking an affordable ultra-wide option for film or adapted digital use, provided they can manage its optical limitations.