Nikon AF DX Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED
The Nikon Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED is a 10.5mm f/2.8 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Used copies start from $206.04 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon AF DX Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED
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Lens Overview — Nikon Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED
Key Features — Nikon Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED
10.5mm Fisheye Prime: Fixed focal length delivers a consistent, immersive fisheye perspective with characteristic barrel distortion and an extremely wide field of view on APS-C cameras.
f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: Relatively bright opening for a fisheye lens, giving photographers more usable light in dim conditions compared to slower specialty optics.
APS-C Dedicated Design: Engineered specifically for Nikon DX-format sensors, ensuring full-frame coverage on crop-sensor bodies without vignetting.
ED Glass Element: Extra-low Dispersion glass minimizes chromatic aberration and color fringing, helping maintain edge-to-edge sharpness across the wide field of view.
Silent Wave Motor AF: Nikon's Silent Wave Motor drives fast, quiet autofocus with the option to switch to manual focus for precise creative control.
Nikon F Mount: Compatible with the full range of Nikon DX DSLRs, making it easy to pair with bodies like the D500, D7500, and D3500.
Lens Specifications — Nikon Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Creative Effects, Architecture, Landscape |
| Lens Type | Fisheye |
| Format | APS-C / DX |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 10.5mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 305g |
Description — Nikon Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED
The Nikon AF DX Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G is a dedicated prime fisheye lens designed exclusively for APS-C format DSLR cameras on the Nikon F mount. As a prime lens with a fixed 10.5mm focal length, it sits firmly in the wide-angle category and delivers a consistent fisheye field of view with every shot. The f/2.8 maximum aperture is notably bright for a fisheye prime, giving photographers more control when shooting in variable lighting conditions.
Weighing just 305 grams, this lens is easy to pack and carry without adding significant weight to your kit. It supports both auto and manual focus, making it adaptable for different shooting workflows. There is no image stabilization on this lens, so stable shooting technique is important, particularly in low-light environments.
With its Nikon F mount compatibility, this lens pairs with a wide range of Nikon DX-format DSLR bodies, making it a solid specialty option for photographers who want to explore the creative potential of the fisheye perspective.
Pros — Nikon Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED
- ✓Bright f/2.8 maximum aperture for a fisheye prime, offering flexibility in varied lighting
- ✓Compact and lightweight at just 305 grams, easy to carry and handle
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus modes for versatile shooting
Cons — Nikon Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED
- ✗APS-C format only — not suitable for full-frame Nikon F mount bodies
- ✗No image stabilization, which can be limiting in handheld low-light shooting
- ✗No filter thread size listed, making standard front-element filter use impractical
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