The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Zeiss Milvus 18mm F2.8 and the Zeiss Batis 18mm F2.8 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Zeiss Milvus 18mm F2.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 93mm. The Zeiss Batis 18mm F2.8 with a length of 80mm, is 13mm shorter. On the other hand, the Zeiss Batis 18mm F2.8 has a larger diameter of 78mm compared to the Zeiss Milvus 18mm F2.8's 73mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Zeiss Batis 18mm F2.8 weighs 330g, 54% (391g) lighter than the Zeiss Milvus 18mm F2.8's weight of 721g.
Filter Threads
Both the Zeiss Milvus 18mm F2.8 and the Zeiss Batis 18mm F2.8 have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Zeiss Milvus 18mm F2.8 has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Zeiss Batis 18mm F2.8 has the Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount and Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Zeiss Milvus 18mm F2.8 is also available in the Canon EF mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
18mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
