Samyang 8 mm f/2.8 UMC Fisheye II

Samyang 8 mm f/2.8 UMC Fisheye II

Prime lens, f/2.8 designed for landscape, architecture, astrophotography.

Prime lens f/2.8 Samsung NX
Landscape
Landscape
Architecture
Architecture

Lens Review: Samyang 8 mm f/2.8 UMC Fisheye II

The Samyang 8 mm f/2.8 UMC Fisheye II is a prime lens designed for APS-C cameras. This ultra-wide fishye lens features a f/2.8 maximum aperture, making it ideal for landscape, architecture, astrophotography. The optical design incorporates 11 elements in 8 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. Despite its robust professional construction, the lens delivers exceptional optical performance.

Specifications

Focal length
8 mm
Maximum aperture
f/2.8
Minimum aperture
f/22
Number of diaphragm blades
6
Optical construction
11 elements in 8 groups
Minimum focusing distance
0.3 m (11.81 inches)
Filter size
0 mm
Lens mount
Samsung NX, Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon EF-M
Dimensions
64.5 x 60 mm
Weight
Unknown
Lens type
Prime lens
Image stabilization
No
Max Format size
APS-C
Aperture ring
No
Weather sealing
Unknown
Usage
Landscape, Architecture, Astrophotography