Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NC Fish-eye

The Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NC Fish-eye is a solid ultra-wide lens that can be used with full-frame cameras.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NC Fish- 1

Product details

  • Full frame sensor coverage with extreme ultra-wide 180 degrees angle of view on full frame cameras
  • Nano Crystal Coating System (NCS) + Ultra Multi CoatingĀ  (UMC) Maximizes Transmission and Reduces Internal Reflections
  • Constructed of 12 glass elements in 8 groups with aperture range of f2.8 - f22
  • Minimum focusing distance of only 7.9 inches
  • Two Aspherical Elements

PROS

+ Full-frame coverage.
+ Wide aperture.
+ Compact.
+ Ultra-wide field of view.
+ Close focus capability.
+ Available for multiple camera systems.

CONS

- Fish-eye look isn't for everyone.
- Manual focus only.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on April 29, 2015
The Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NC Fish-eye is a solid ultra-wide lens that can be used with full-frame cameras.
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