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TTArtisan 17mm f/4 Tilt-Shift Full Frame Lens for Sony E
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The TTArtisan 17mm f/4 Tilt-Shift Full Frame Lens for Sony E offers perspective control over converging and creative manual focus for interiors, architecture and similar ultra-wide subjects.
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TTArtisan 17mm f/4 Tilt-Shift Full Frame Lens for Sony E Summary
The TTArtisan 17mm f/4 Tilt-Shift Full Frame Lens for Sony E is a manual-focus ultra-wide lens for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras, which is specifically for perspective control and creative focus manipulation. It falls within a specialist category rather than being a general purpose wide-angle lens, and is aimed at photographers who want greater control over converging lines or to deliberately alter the plane of focus in-camera.
What makes this lens distinct is its unusually large image circle, which extends well beyond full-frame coverage. This allows tilt and shift movements to be applied with fewer optical compromises than smaller lens designs, supporting accurate architectural correction and creative effects.
The combination of ultra-wide coverage and mechanical tilt-shift control places it closer to large-format and medium-format shooting techniques than conventional mirrorless lenses.
This tilt-shift lens for Sony will primarily appeal to architectural, interior, and landscape photographers who want precise perspective correction, as well as for creative photography exploring selective focus and miniature-style effects without software manipulation.
TTArtisan 17mm f/4 Tilt-Shift Full Frame Lens for Sony E Key Features
- Ultra-wide tilt-shift for in-camera control over perspective and focus plane
- Large image circle supports extensive tilt and shift without edge degradation
- ±8 mm shift enables correction of converging verticals in architectural scenes
- Tilt mechanism allows selective focus control across wide scenes
- Optical design uses aspherical and high-index elements to manage distortion and sharpness
- Fully manual focus operation supports precise adjustment
- Durable all-metal construction
TTArtisan 17mm f/4 Tilt-Shift Full Frame Lens for Sony E in More Detail
Image quality
The optical design features a very large 64 mm image circle, which is central to how the lens performs. By projecting a much larger image than a standard full-frame lens, the design allows tilt and shift movements while retaining usable image quality across the whole full-frame sensor area.
Two large aspherical elements are used to control distortion, which is especially important in architectural photography where straight lines must remain straight after shifting. Six high-index elements contribute to resolution while keeping the overall size manageable.
Sharpness is apparent across the frame, which supports the intended use for corrected architectural and landscape images. The aperture design provides controlled rendering when stopped down, producing defined starburst effects from point light sources.
Manual focus only
This is a fully manual lens with no autofocus system. Manual focusing allows the photographer to deliberately place the plane of focus, especially when tilt is applied. The focus mechanism allows for controlled adjustment, which is ideal for tripod-based shooting where accuracy is essential.
Video features
Although primarily a stills lens, the mechanical control offered by tilt and shift can be used creatively for video. Manual aperture and focus control allow smooth, repeatable adjustments without electronic stepping. The ability to alter focus planes optically can also produce distinctive effects that are difficult to replicate in post-production.
Handling and controls
The lens is made entirely from metal, giving it the rigidity required for precise tilt and shift mechanisms. Movements are mechanically controlled and can be rotated through 360°, allowing tilt and shift to be aligned independently, while the clicked aperture ring provides tactile exposure control.
Due to its size and weight, the lens is best on a stable tripod, particularly when applying movements at extreme angles.
Frequently asked questions
Is this lens autofocus or manual focus?
This is a fully manual focus.
What type of photography is it best suited to?
It is primarily intended for architectural, interior, and landscape photography.
Can it correct perspective distortion in-camera?
Yes. The shift mechanism allows vertical and horizontal correction without needing software.
Does it cover full-frame sensors?
Yes, and its image circle extends well beyond full-frame coverage to maintain image quality.
Is it suitable for handheld shooting?
It can be used handheld, but tilt-shift photography is generally more precise with a tripod.
What’s in the box
- TTArtisan 17mm f/4 Tilt-Shift Full Frame Lens for Sony E
- Dedicated lens hood
- Front lens cap
- Rear lens cap
- User manual
- Warranty card
TTArtisan 17mm f/4 Tilt-Shift Full Frame Lens for Sony E Specifications
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Mount |
Sony E |
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Format |
Full frame |
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Focal length |
17 mm |
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Maximum aperture |
f/4 |
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Minimum aperture |
f/16 |
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Tilt range |
±8° |
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Shift range |
±8 mm |
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Image circle |
64 mm |
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Angle of view |
104° |
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Minimum focus distance |
0.3 m |
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Focus method |
Manual |
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Optical construction |
17 elements in 11 groups |
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Diaphragm blades |
10 |
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Rotation |
360° |
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Weight |
Approx. 1051–1056 g |
| Offers: N/A |
| Offer Category: N/A |
| Offer Product Type: N/A |
| Autofocus: N/A |
| Aperture ring: N/A |
| Constant Aperture: N/A |
| Lens CIPA Image stabilization rating: N/A |
| Colour: N/A |
| Diameter (mm): N/A |
| Length (mm): N/A |
| Weight (g): N/A |
| Distance scale: N/A |
| DoF scale: N/A |
| Elements: N/A |
| Environmental Sealing: N/A |
| Focus distance limiter: N/A |
| Focal length: 17 mm |
| Focus method: N/A |
| Filter Thread: N/A |
| Full time manual: N/A |
| Groups: N/A |
| Hood supplied: N/A |
| Lens Image stabilization: N/A |
| Lens mount: N/A |
| Lens Materials: N/A |
| Maximum focal length: 17.0 |
| Maximum magnification: N/A |
| Maximum aperture (number): N/A |
| Maximum aperture (text): N/A |
| Max Format size: N/A |
| Minimum focal length: 17.0 |
| Lens Minimum focus distance (m): N/A |
| Minimum aperture (number): N/A |
| Minimum aperture (text): N/A |
| Motor type: N/A |
| Number of diaphragm blades: N/A |
| Power zoom: N/A |
| Special elements / coatings: N/A |
| Tripod collar: N/A |
| Lens type: N/A |
| Wide/Tele: N/A |
| Lens Level: N/A |
| Best For: N/A |
| Best For Holiday and Landscape: Yes |
| Best For Interior and Architecture: Yes |
| Best For Fashion and Portrait: N/A |
| Best For Macro and Still Life: N/A |
| Best For Astro: N/A |
| Best For Street: N/A |
| Best For Wildlife and Sport: N/A |
| Zoom lock: N/A |
| Zoom method: N/A |
| Notes: N/A |
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
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This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
