Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens
The Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 is a 12mm f/2.8 lens designed for Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens
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Lens Overview — Rokinon 12mm f/2.8
Key Features — Rokinon 12mm f/2.8
12mm Fisheye Prime: Fixed 12mm focal length delivers a wide fisheye perspective with characteristic barrel distortion across the full image circle.
f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: Relatively bright opening for a fisheye design, allowing use in lower-light conditions and providing some control over depth of field.
Full-Frame Coverage: Engineered to cover a full-frame image circle, making it usable on both full-frame and crop-sensor bodies within supported mount families.
Multiple Mount Options: Available in Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds mounts, covering a broad range of camera systems.
Manual Focus Design: No autofocus motor keeps the lens mechanically straightforward, suited to deliberate, creative shooting workflows.
No Filter Thread: The protruding front element means traditional screw-on filters cannot be attached, which is typical for fisheye lenses of this type.
Lens Specifications — Rokinon 12mm f/2.8
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Astrophotography, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Fisheye |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 12mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 515g |
Description — Rokinon 12mm f/2.8
The Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens is a prime lens built for full-frame cameras, delivering an ultra wide-angle fisheye perspective at a fixed 12mm focal length. With a maximum aperture of f/2.8, it offers a relatively bright opening for this type of lens. Focus is handled entirely via manual operation — there is no autofocus — which suits photographers who prefer full control over their focusing.
The lens is offered across four mount options: Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds, providing broad compatibility with a wide range of camera systems from multiple manufacturers. At 515g, the lens has a solid, substantial feel. It carries no image stabilization and has no filter thread, so traditional screw-on filters cannot be used.
Whether you're shooting architecture, landscapes, or creative wide-angle imagery, this fisheye prime provides a dedicated and consistent focal length with a bright aperture across a versatile selection of camera mounts.
Pros — Rokinon 12mm f/2.8
- ✓Bright f/2.8 maximum aperture for a fisheye prime, offering flexibility in varied lighting conditions
- ✓Full-frame format coverage ensures compatibility with both full-frame and crop-sensor bodies in supported mounts
- ✓Wide mount compatibility across Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds systems
Cons — Rokinon 12mm f/2.8
- ✗No autofocus — manual focus only, which may not suit action or fast-moving subject photography
- ✗No filter thread, preventing use of traditional screw-on filters
- ✗No image stabilization, which can be a limitation in handheld low-light shooting
Videos — Rokinon 12mm f/2.8
Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS 'Fisheye' lens review (with samples) — Christopher Frost