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Samyang 12mm F2.8 Ultra Wide Fisheye Lens for Canon EOS EF DSLR Cameras - Full Frame Compatible
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Brand | Samyang |
Focal Length Description | 12 mm |
Lens Type | Fisheye |
Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
Camera Lens Description | 12 month |
About this item
- Full frame sensor coverage with extreme ultra-wide 180 degrees angle of view on full frame cameras
- Nano Crystal Coating System (NCS) + Ultra Multi Coating (UMC) Maximizes Transmission and Reduces Internal Reflections
- Constructed of 12 glass elements in 8 groups with aperture range of f2.8 - f22.Angle of View 180° APS-C Picture Angle: 118°
- Minimum focusing distance of only 7.9 inches
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From the manufacturer
FULL FRAME FISHEYE
12MM F2.8
The 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye Lens from Rokinon provides a 180º diagonal angle of view on Canon full-frame cameras for an ultra-wide angle, distorted perspective that is useful for architectural interiors, landscapes and creative experimentation in any photographic application.
FULL FRAME FISHEYE
12mm F2.8
The f/2.8 maximum aperture is effective in low light situations and enables some measure of shallow depth of field control.
Technical Specifications
Coverage | FULL FRAME |
Aperture Range | F2.8 to F22 |
Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Coating | Ultra Multi-Coating |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 7.9” (0.20m) |
Lens Hood | Removable Petal Shaped |
Maximum Diameter | 3.04” (77.3mm) |
Filter Size | N/A |
Optical Construction | 12 Elements in 8 Groups |
Special Elements | 2 Aspherical (ASP), 3 Extra Low Dispersion (ED) |
Angle of View | Full Frame: 180° / Canon APS-C: 118.0° / APS-C: 124.6° |
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Auto focus | 4.0 | — | — | 2.6 | 2.8 | 4.6 |
Picture quality | 3.8 | — | — | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.7 |
Quality of material | — | — | — | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.8 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | VITOPAL | Ace Photo | 17Photo, Electronics and Outdoors | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
lens type | Fisheye | Fisheye | Standard | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Wide Angle |
compatible mountings | Canon EF | Canon EF | Pentax KAF | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon EF-S |
lens design | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime |
focus type | Auto Focus | Manual Focus | Screw drive from camera | Manual Focus | Manual Focus | Manual Focus |
minimum focal length | — | 11 millimeters | 70 millimeters | 14 millimeters | 8 millimeters | 24 millimeters |
max focal length | — | 11 millimeters | 70 millimeters | 14 millimeters | 8 millimeters | 24 millimeters |
fixed focal length | 12 millimeters | 11 millimeters | 70 millimeters | 14 millimeters | 8 millimeters | 0 millimeters |
real angle of view | 180 degrees | 180 degrees | 68 degrees | 115.7 degrees | 180 degrees | 59 degrees |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 2.9 x 3 x 3 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.14 pounds |
ASIN | B00PDHY26I |
Item model number | SY12M-C |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #811 in SLR Camera Lenses |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 1, 2014 |
Manufacturer | Samyang |
Country of Origin | Korea, Republic of |
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Product Description
The new Samyang 12mm F2.8 Fisheye Lens for Full Frame Cameras now makes it affordable to realize dramatic 180 Degree views with exceptional optical performance and Full Frame sensor coverage. Photographers can now appreciate high image quality with quiet, silky smooth and complete focusing control. The extreme ultra-wide perspective image created with this lens fills the entire frame which can be especially useful for architecture and landscape work. Produce panoramas, 360 Degree virtual tours or images where distortion, exaggerated perspective, and extreme depth of field are desired. The optical design includes three Extra-Low Dispersion elements and two A spherical elements to control coma and chromatic aberrations while its advanced combination of Nano Coating plus Ultra Multi Coating reduces flare and ghosting to assure high image quality in all lighting conditions. The minimum focus distance is 7.9" and a removable petal-shaped lens hood and soft lens pouch are included. The Canon, Pentax, Sony Alpha and Sony E mount versions have manual aperture control, but the Nikon mount features an AE chip enabling focus confirmation with fine tuning, the exposure to be control from the camera in Auto P/A/S and M modes and provides EXIF data.
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Customers like the quality, image quality and value of the camera lenses. For example, they mention it's razor sharp, produces clear, sharp photos and is great for landscape and creative shots. That said, opinions are mixed on focus.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the lens. They mention that it is a very good lens, with razor sharp and excellent depth of field. Some are impressed with the build quality and the amazing photo quality. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The electronics work well on my Nikon D810. Remember to set the aperture to f22. I bought it new. Very glad I got this lens...." Read more
"Amazing quality for a reasonable price! ultra sharp and amazing color rendition, it's THE BEST Fisheye available for FX cameras!,..." Read more
"...This lens is not cheap by any means. At least it seems well made...." Read more
"...The build quality, fitment, metering and picture quality are excellent. Manual focus is no issue for this 12mm lens...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the lens. They mention that it produces very nice images, clear, sharp photos, and stunning colors. The lens is great for landscape and creative shots, and is easy to use.
"I am impressed with the quality build, the amazing photo quality (plus they are fun pics), and the practical price...." Read more
"Amazing quality for a reasonable price! ultra sharp and amazing color rendition, it's THE BEST Fisheye available for FX cameras!,..." Read more
"...to others to discuss its technical merits, but for me it has produced very nice images...." Read more
"...On smaller / tiny displays, fisheye photos are great! A regular wide (non-fisheye) lens needs a super large display to show fully off its..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the camera lens. They say it is great for the price and has superb quality.
"...the amazing photo quality (plus they are fun pics), and the practical price. The electronics work well on my Nikon D810...." Read more
"Amazing quality for a reasonable price! ultra sharp and amazing color rendition, it's THE BEST Fisheye available for FX cameras!,..." Read more
"...you like the fisheye look, this is a good way to get it at a not too exorbitant price." Read more
"Based on the reviews I purchased it. Looks cheaper (obviously it is). Feels okay...." Read more
Customers find the camera lens easy to use. They mention it's crystal clear, and fully manual.
"Terrific fisheye lens. Crystal clear and easy to use. Love this lens." Read more
"...Good sharpness. Fully manual. Easy to set aperture and to focus." Read more
"...Easy to use with Canon 5D Mark3." Read more
Customers are mixed about the focus of the camera lens. Some mention that manual focus is no issue for this 12mm lens, and they do not need autofocus for a fisheye, while others say that it can be tough to focus in low light.
"...you DO NOT need autofocus for a fisheye, put the focus a little before the infinity mark and stop at f/5.6 and it'll be ultra sharp with everything..." Read more
"...Manual focus is sort of a pain but only when you try to get in close--if you're 6 feet from the focus point, you're good to infinity (even at f/2.8)..." Read more
"...It's a manual focus lens, but focus is not really a problem. I mostly leave it focused at about 3 feet on the range scale and shoot away...." Read more
"...Manual focus is no issue for this 12mm lens. This lens produces pictures that are equal to my prime lenses, you can be a pixel peeper...." Read more
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I have a 12mm regular wide-angle lens as well but, I’m having more fun with this fisheye. On smaller / tiny displays, fisheye photos are great!
A regular wide (non-fisheye) lens needs a super large display to show fully off its amazingness.
The build quality, fitment, metering and picture quality are excellent. Manual focus is no issue for this 12mm lens. This lens produces pictures that are equal to my prime lenses, you can be a pixel peeper. Check the digital images presented on Flickr for this lens. I use a highly rated Nikon 18-35 G lens for wide stuff and the 12mm for super wide. This lens pushes your creativity, you'll want to shoot with it for the effects it can produce. Very satisfied owner.
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2019
I've had a couple of other Samyang/Rokinon lenses, wide-angles for astrophotography, and they're great. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one, and if you're in doubt, hey, give it a try. You know Amazon will take it back, and I think you'll be very pleased--with this fisheye or the other Rokinon/Samyangs.
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Reviewed in Mexico on May 19, 2022
I’ve got used to auto focus .
But I love the effects you get with it I use it with full frame canon 5D Iv the results are amazing full 180 if I point camera straight ahead shooting portrait mode the bottom of my legs and feet are in the shot .
I reckon I can get some great shots with this to be honest , it’s a well built lens and came well packaged up with a pouch in the box.
It’s early days but for the money I don’t think you will better this I guess it’s great for street photography which is something I would like to try it with
5* from me
Thanks
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 31, 2023
I’ve got used to auto focus .
But I love the effects you get with it I use it with full frame canon 5D Iv the results are amazing full 180 if I point camera straight ahead shooting portrait mode the bottom of my legs and feet are in the shot .
I reckon I can get some great shots with this to be honest , it’s a well built lens and came well packaged up with a pouch in the box.
It’s early days but for the money I don’t think you will better this I guess it’s great for street photography which is something I would like to try it with
5* from me
Thanks
Reviewed in Canada on February 12, 2020