Samyang 8mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC Fisheye Lens Review

Samyang 8mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC Fisheye Verdict

The exceptionally low price of £270 for the performance this lens delivers makes this lens a simple choice for those in the market for a fisheye lens for their Sony NEX, or Samsung NX cameras. Even though there is little or no competition, the excellent sharpness delivered from maximum aperture, great build and compact size mean there is little to deter prospective buyers from this lens.

	The Samyang 8mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC fisheye lens has excellent sharpness at the maximum aperture and is inexpensive.

Samyang 8mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC Fisheye Pros

Excellent sharpness from maximum aperture
Very good build quality
Compact and lightweight
Inexpensive
Stereographic projection

Samyang 8mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC Fisheye Cons

Stiff manual focus ring
Although acceptable, CA levels may pose problem in very large prints if left uncorrected

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