Rokinon 8mm f/2.8 UMC Fisheye II
The Rokinon 8mm f/2.8 is a 8mm f/2.8 lens designed for Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon EF-M mount cameras. Used copies start from $249.95 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Rokinon 8mm f/2.8 UMC Fisheye II
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Lens Overview — Rokinon 8mm f/2.8
Key Features — Rokinon 8mm f/2.8
8mm Fisheye Prime: Fixed 8mm focal length delivers a fully immersive fisheye perspective with characteristic curved distortion across the frame.
f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: Relatively wide aperture for a fisheye lens, allowing usable light gathering in lower-light shooting situations.
APS-C Mirrorless Design: Optimized for APS-C sensors, providing full-frame fisheye coverage without vignetting on compatible mirrorless bodies.
Multiple Mount Options: Available in Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Canon EF-M mounts, making it compatible with a broad range of APS-C mirrorless systems.
Manual Focus Only: Dedicated manual focus ring suits the deliberate, creative shooting style that fisheye and wide-angle work typically demands.
UMC Lens Coating: Ultra Multi-Coating reduces flare and ghosting, helping maintain contrast and color accuracy when shooting toward light sources.
Lens Specifications — Rokinon 8mm f/2.8
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Astrophotography, Travel, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Fisheye |
| Format | APS-C |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 8mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon EF-M |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 260g |
Description — Rokinon 8mm f/2.8
The Rokinon 8mm f/2.8 UMC Fisheye II is a prime fisheye lens designed for APS-C mirrorless camera systems. It features a fixed 8mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.8, giving photographers a wide aperture to work with in this specialty ultra wide-angle category. The lens is available in Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Canon EF-M mounts, covering three of the most popular APS-C mirrorless platforms.
At 260g, it is light enough to carry without adding significant bulk to a mirrorless kit. Focus is manual only, which suits the deliberate, creative approach that fisheye shooting typically calls for. Image stabilization is not included, and no filter thread is present in the specifications, so traditional screw-on filters cannot be used. Whether you are shooting architecture, landscapes, or creative portraits, this lens offers an accessible entry point into the fisheye perspective for mirrorless photographers.
Pros — Rokinon 8mm f/2.8
- ✓Wide f/2.8 maximum aperture offers solid light-gathering performance for a fisheye prime
- ✓Available in Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Canon EF-M mounts, covering multiple APS-C mirrorless systems
- ✓Compact and lightweight at just 260g, well-suited to mirrorless camera bodies
Cons — Rokinon 8mm f/2.8
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, which may limit usability in fast-moving or action scenarios
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring steady hands or faster shutter speeds for sharp handheld shots
- ✗No filter thread listed, ruling out the use of standard screw-on filters
Videos — Rokinon 8mm f/2.8
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Frequently Asked Questions — Rokinon 8mm f/2.8
Which camera mounts is this lens compatible with?+
The Rokinon 8mm f/2.8 UMC Fisheye II is available in Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Canon EF-M mounts. All three are APS-C mirrorless systems, which aligns with the lens's APS-C format coverage.
Does this lens have autofocus?+
No — this lens is manual focus only. There is no autofocus mechanism, so all focusing must be done by hand. This is a common characteristic of specialty fisheye lenses in this price range.
Can I use filters with this lens?+
No filter thread size is listed in the specifications, which means standard screw-on filters cannot be attached. This is typical for fisheye lenses, which often feature a deeply curved front element that prevents the use of conventional filters.
Does the lens have image stabilization?+
No, image stabilization is listed as None in the specifications. Photographers shooting handheld in low light should account for this and rely on their camera body's stabilization if available, or use a faster shutter speed.
How heavy is this lens?+
The lens weighs 260g, making it a relatively lightweight option that pairs well with compact APS-C mirrorless camera bodies.
Is this lens suitable for full-frame mirrorless cameras?+
No — the lens is designed for APS-C format sensors. Using it on a full-frame body would result in vignetting, and it is not intended or rated for full-frame coverage.