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Rokinon 8mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens

The Rokinon 8mm f/3.5 is a 8mm f/3.5 lens designed for Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. Used copies start from $106.47 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Rokinon 8mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens

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Rokinon Manual Focus 8mm f3.5 CS Fish-Eye Lens Nikon F Mount

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  • Ultra-wide 180° field of view
  • Compact and lightweight
  • Manual focus control
  • Durable build quality

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Lens Overview — Rokinon 8mm f/3.5

The Rokinon 8mm f/3.5 Fisheye is a manual-focus prime lens designed for APS-C camera systems, available in a broad range of mounts including Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds. As a fisheye prime in the wide-angle category, it delivers the characteristic immersive, heavily curved perspective that makes fisheye lenses a popular choice for creative photography, action sports, skateboarding, architecture, and environmental portraiture. With a maximum aperture of f/3.5, the lens offers a reasonable amount of light-gathering capability for a fisheye optic, making it usable in moderately low-light environments.

The lens is manual focus only, with no autofocus or image stabilization, meaning photographers will need to handle focus adjustments themselves — a common characteristic of budget-friendly fisheye lenses. At 428g, it carries a moderate weight that should balance reasonably well on most DSLR bodies. The lens has no filter thread, which is typical for a front-element design of this type.

Its compatibility across five major lens mounts makes it a versatile option for shooters across multiple camera systems who want to explore the fisheye focal length without committing to a system-specific optic.

Key Features — Rokinon 8mm f/3.5

8mm Fisheye Prime: Fixed 8mm focal length delivers the heavily curved, immersive field of view characteristic of fisheye lenses on APS-C camera bodies.

f/3.5 Maximum Aperture: Reasonable light-gathering capability for a fisheye optic, allowing use in moderately low-light conditions.

Manual Focus Only: Dedicated manual focus ring with no autofocus motor, keeping operation simple and straightforward.

Multiple Mount Options: Available in Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds mounts, covering a wide range of DSLR and mirrorless systems.

APS-C Format Coverage: Designed for crop-sensor cameras, producing a full circular or diagonal fisheye effect depending on the specific mount and sensor size.

No Filter Thread: The protruding front element design does not accept standard screw-on filters, which is typical for fisheye lenses of this type.

Lens Specifications — Rokinon 8mm f/3.5

Rokinon 8mm f/3.5 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesAstrophotography, Creative Effects
Lens TypeFisheye
FormatAPS-C
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length8mm
Maximum Aperturef/3.5
Camera SystemDSLR
Lens MountCanon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Weight428g

Description — Rokinon 8mm f/3.5

The Rokinon 8mm f/3.5 Fisheye is a manual-focus prime lens built for APS-C camera systems, sitting in the wide-angle fisheye category. With a maximum aperture of f/3.5, it offers a solid amount of light intake for its lens type, making it a usable option across a range of lighting situations. The lens is offered in five mount options — Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds — giving photographers across different systems access to the fisheye focal length.

At 428g, the lens is manageable for extended shooting sessions. There is no autofocus, no image stabilization, and no filter thread, keeping the optical design focused on delivering the signature fisheye perspective. Whether you're shooting action sports, creative architecture, or experimental wide-angle imagery, this lens offers a dedicated 8mm fisheye prime option across a wide range of camera systems at a straightforward specification set.

Pros — Rokinon 8mm f/3.5

  • ✓Available in five mounts — Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds — offering broad compatibility across camera systems
  • ✓Prime fisheye design at 8mm in the wide-angle category delivers a distinctive, heavily curved field of view on APS-C bodies
  • ✓Maximum aperture of f/3.5 provides reasonable light-gathering for a fisheye lens

Cons — Rokinon 8mm f/3.5

  • ✗No autofocus — manual focus only, which may be limiting for fast-moving subjects
  • ✗No image stabilization, meaning handheld shots in low light require steadier technique
  • ✗No filter thread, preventing use of standard screw-on filters

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Frequently Asked Questions — Rokinon 8mm f/3.5

Is this lens compatible with my mirrorless camera?+
The Rokinon 8mm f/3.5 Fisheye is available in Sony E and Micro Four Thirds mounts, both of which are mirrorless systems. It is also offered in Canon EF, Nikon F, and Sony A mounts for DSLR use. Check your camera's mount before purchasing.
Does this lens have autofocus?+
No — this lens is manual focus only. There is no autofocus capability, so you will need to set focus by hand. This is a common feature of many fisheye lenses in this price category.
Is this lens suitable for full-frame cameras?+
According to the specifications, this lens is designed for the APS-C format. Using it on a full-frame sensor body is not recommended as it is not specified for full-frame coverage.
Can I use standard circular filters with this lens?+
No — the specifications indicate that the filter thread size is not applicable for this lens, meaning standard screw-on filters cannot be attached.
How heavy is this lens?+
The Rokinon 8mm f/3.5 Fisheye weighs 428g, which is a moderate weight that should be manageable when mounted on most APS-C DSLR or mirrorless bodies.
Does this lens have image stabilization?+
No — the specifications confirm that image stabilization is absent on this lens. Photographers should account for this when shooting in lower light or at slower shutter speeds.

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