Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm f/2.0 4.5X Super Macro Lens

by viktor pavlovic · December 20, 2016

ZY Optics announces a compact & budget Macro lens with High Magnification Ratio.
Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm f/2.0 4.5x

With the magnification of 4.5x this is quite unique lens. I can remember only of old Olympus OM Zuiko Auto Macro 20/2 and 20/3.5 with similar capabilities. Both were bellows lenses though.

Here is the official press release:

Shenyang China, Dec 19, 2016 – Zhongyi Optics (ZY Optics) has released a new compact Super Macro Lens for full frame cameras, the Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm f/2 4.5x Super Macro Lens and it features a high reproduction ratio up to 4.5:1. Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm f/2 4.5X Super Macro Lens is very compact in its class which allows photographers to capture extremely fine details or patterns with ease. The lens is capable of creating unbelievable macro images ranging from 4x to 4.5x magnification. Users no longer need to DIY or use any extension tubes to reach high magnification shooting. It incorporates a 6pcs of elements in 4 groups structure which delivers impressive resolution from corners to corners. Weighing merely 0.5 lbs (230g) and 6cm long, it is a perfect companion for wildlife and outdoor shooting. The wide angle of view and close focusing distance allows you to compose creative images with more information included into the frame. Greater magnification (up to 13:1) can also be achieved by stacking extension tubes or bellows. The high magnification is also extremely useful for scientific purposes. The enclosure of the lens is made of metal to strengthen its durability. Canon EF, Nikon F,
Sony FE, Sony Alpha, Pentax K, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Fuji X mounts are available.

Pricing & Availability
Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm f/2 4.5X Super Macro Lens is now available to ship and purchase at

ZY Optics authorized resellers and at our official website (http://www.zyoptics.net/). The

Recommended Retail price is USD 199.

Price sounds very promising!

Lens type	Manual lens
Max Format size	Full Frame
Lens mount	Canon EF / Nikon F / Sony A / Pentax K / Sony E / Micro Four Thirds / Fuji X
Maximum aperture	f/2
Minimum aperture	f/16
Number of diaphragm blades	3
Optical elements	6
Groups of elements	4
Minimum working distance	0.2m
Infinity Focus	No
Manual Focus	Yes
Maximum Reproduction Ratio	4.5:1
Minimum Reproduction Ratio	4:1
Weight	230g
Diameter	62 mm
Length	60 mm
Colour	Black
Filter thread	No