Rokinon 10mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS CS Lens
The Rokinon 10mm f/2.8 is a 10mm f/2.8 lens designed for Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Samsung NX, Pentax K mount cameras. Used copies start from $200.6 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Rokinon 10mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS CS Lens
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Lens Overview — Rokinon 10mm f/2.8
Key Features — Rokinon 10mm f/2.8
10mm Ultra Wide-Angle Prime: Fixed 10mm focal length delivers a dramatically wide field of view on APS-C sensors, well-suited for landscapes, architecture, and astrophotography.
f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: A fast f/2.8 aperture allows for low-light shooting and helps gather enough light for nightsky photography without requiring extremely long exposures.
Manual Focus Only: Dedicated manual focus ring gives photographers precise, tactile control over focus, particularly useful for deliberate shooting workflows like astrophotography.
APS-C Format Coverage: Designed specifically for APS-C sensors, delivering full corner-to-corner coverage without vignetting on crop-sensor bodies.
Multi-Mount Compatibility: Available in Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Samsung NX, and Pentax K mounts, making it one of the more cross-system compatible options in its class.
ED and AS Elements: Extra-low dispersion and aspherical elements help control chromatic aberration and distortion across the wide field of view.
Lens Specifications — Rokinon 10mm f/2.8
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Astrophotography, Travel |
| Lens Type | Ultra Wide-Angle |
| Format | APS-C |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 10mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Samsung NX, Pentax K |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 77mm |
Description — Rokinon 10mm f/2.8
The Rokinon 10mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS CS is an ultra wide-angle prime built for APS-C format cameras, offering a maximum aperture of f/2.8 for use in a variety of lighting conditions. This is a manual focus lens with no autofocus capability, making it ideal for deliberate, controlled shooting styles. It is available across six different mounts — Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Samsung NX, and Pentax K — giving photographers across multiple systems access to this wide-angle option.
The lens weighs 580g and features a 77mm filter thread, compatible with many popular filter systems. With no image stabilization, shooters will need to compensate through their own technique or rely on in-body stabilization if available in their camera. As a prime lens in the wide angle focal length range, it delivers a fixed 10mm perspective on APS-C sensors.
Pros — Rokinon 10mm f/2.8
- ✓Broad mount compatibility covering Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Samsung NX, and Pentax K
- ✓Fast maximum aperture of f/2.8 for an ultra wide-angle APS-C prime
- ✓Pure manual focus design appeals to photographers who prefer hands-on focus control
Cons — Rokinon 10mm f/2.8
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus available, which may not suit all shooting situations
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring steady technique especially in low light
- ✗APS-C format only — not compatible with full-frame sensor cameras at intended coverage
Videos — Rokinon 10mm f/2.8
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Frequently Asked Questions — Rokinon 10mm f/2.8
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No, the Rokinon 10mm f/2.8 is a manual focus-only lens. The specifications confirm autoFocus is false, so all focus adjustments must be made manually by the photographer.
Which camera mounts is this lens available in?+
The lens is available in six mounts: Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Samsung NX, and Pentax K. This makes it compatible with a wide range of DSLR and mirrorless camera bodies.
What sensor format is this lens designed for?+
The lens is designed for APS-C format sensors. It is not intended for full-frame coverage.
What filter size does this lens accept?+
The Rokinon 10mm f/2.8 uses a 77mm filter thread, which is compatible with a broad range of third-party and professional filter systems.
Does this lens have image stabilization?+
No, the specifications confirm that image stabilization is set to None. Photographers should rely on stable shooting technique or in-body stabilization if their camera supports it.