ProOptic Pro Optic 14mm f/2.8 Aspherical Wide Angle Lens for Nikon Mount SLR Cameras

2014-08-08T21:00:00

I bought this specifically for night sky photography. I had a chance to use it for the first time last weekend and was pleased with the initial results. Who would have thought you could get a good fast wide angle lens for under $300.00!

TAP

2013-11-27T19:00:00

I'm using the lens for landscape and shots with high foreground intrest. It takes fantasticly sharp shots from 1 foot to infinity with low barrel distortion if used correctly and you are comfortable using manual mode since this is a non-CPU lens. I set my Nikon up in the shooting menu to use this lens as a non-CPU lens, and the camera DOES record the correct exposure and focus. I would definately recommend this lens to anyone getting into landscape photography or home interior photography. A great value! Thanks Brian Peterson for recomending this lens! :-)

T-bone

2013-09-02T21:00:00

I have only tried the lens out to make sure that it works correctly, it works beautifully and takes great pictures. I can not wait for my new camera to get here so I can use it at night.

GREG U.

2013-03-06T19:00:00

It's incredible difference between an 18mm and the 14mm. The extra wide angle is awsome without distortion. But the lens is disspointing as its all manula, no auto focus and no auto iris. its strictly for professional use only.

CUF I.

2013-01-10T19:00:00

This is a fully manual lens: manual focus and manual aperture. Luckily, the focusing ring is very smooth, although a bit too precise than needed for a lens this wide (3/4 of a turn to go from 28cm to infinity). You can't get anything wider than this for Canon EF before going fisheye. Distortion is a bit weird, but someone made a correction profile for this so that is no longer a problem (try Googling for it). Besides, if you're not shooting downtown buildings, you're most likely ok even without the correction. I like the metal construction. This lens feels solid and light. I would like auto aperture so that the viewfinder doesn't have to get as dark and I can see the aperture information. I also like to be able to use filters, too; but I know that's just asking too much for a lens this optically superb at this price. If you're considering an UWA for Canon, this is one of the best lens. Your other options are the Canon 16-35 or the 17-40 or the Canon 14mm L, all of which cost a lot more.

DUY T.

2012-12-23T19:00:00

I got this as alternative to Canon's 14mm f/2.8 which costs around $2400. I actually like that the controls are fully manual on this one and I have been happy with the first few images I have taken with it. I think it is a good addition to my kit as my widest lens.

NILES H.

2012-12-12T19:00:00

You will not find a better ultra wide lens at this price point anywhere. The lens is made under multiple brand names, but the Pro-optic is the least expnsive and not any different. If you are looking for an UWA, this is a great choice at significantly less $$ than an equivalent focal lenght by Canon. There is some distortion but post-processing will remove it.

jeffrey p.

2012-10-22T21:00:00

Really can't get a better deal than this. Impressive sharpness for a super wide lens which is a must have for any serious full frame landscape photographer. If you've got $1800 laying around that you should probably get the canon 14mm, if not, this lens offers a viable alternative.

Canderson00022

2012-09-30T21:00:00

Adorama wrote to me asking if I could answer a prospective customer's question about whether it was possible to use a Cokin-type filter on this lens. In a nutshell, no. At least, I haven't figured out how to. (I also use Cokin filters.) The built-in lens hood prevents it. I suspect this will be true for most -- if not all-- extreme wide angle lenses, just because of the way the glass has to be formed on the front element. Sorry! Best, Jon

Ol J.

2012-08-26T21:00:00

Realize you will have to get much closer to your subject than you have been doing.

Ol J.

2012-04-22T21:00:00

If you prefer the quality of a prime lens and want an UWA for Canon without fish-eye effect, then the current choice is between this manual lens by Rokinon or or the Canon 14mm L lens. At such a bargain price I was ready to dismiss the lens but not ready to spend over 5 times as much money on the Canon L for a lesser used lens. Then Rokinon released this newer UMC (Ultra Multi Coating) version that improved on the original (less flare, better color). After a few shots I was astounded. This gem produces fantastic sharp and clear images on my 5D MkII. The distortion control on the edges is very, very good; even better than my Sigma 8-16 on the backup 60D. Side by side with my other L primes this one holds its' ground. I only give 4 stars due to the unusual distortion in the center. This has not proven to be a problem in landscape shots but does show in architecture images. This has been easy to correct in post processing via a free Lightroom plugin found on the web. Other users have noted PT Lens has this lens in its' database. Do not trust the distance markings for focus either. Infinity focus is off by about 1mm. With such a wide lens just use live view or easily eye-ball it into focus. It is not a deal killer. It is a completely manual focus and aperture lens but very easy to use in aperture priority or manual modes. The front element is bulbous and curved. There is no way to mount a Cokin or screw-in filter to the front. The Canon 24mm f/1.4L II or 17-40 f/4L easily adds those functions to my kit plus auto-focus if needed. For super wide hi-res HDR purposes, this Rokinon 14mm has become my "go to" lens.

DONOVAN B.

2012-04-09T21:00:00

This lens goes back to the 1930's using a film SLR. It has a manual diaphragm and manual focusing. None of this should put you off. You must think and apply your knowledge. The problem is with modern cameras, not with this lens. Modern cameras with their autofocus capabilities do not include focusing aids (micro-prisms, split image prisms, etc.) In their absence focusing a wide-angle lens such as this is difficult. Fortunately, there is a great depth of focus with this lens, so you luck out. This lens does not have a "depth of field" scale. This lack does not let you get away with setting the hyperfocal distance. The hyperfocal distance provided acceptable focus from a set distance (determined by the f-stop) to infinity. I would not recommend this lens to a friend because he may not like what I do and vice versa.

CARL H.

2012-01-08T19:00:00

I bought this for a Nikon D5000. It easily attaches, but the camera doesnt know the lens is even attached. Ruined half my trip photos because I had the settings incorrect. Dont buy this if youre just starting to get interested in photography.

Shay S.

2011-10-14T21:00:00

I love the extreme wide view this lens gives on the FF sensor. The best about it is the great resolution (excellent from corner to corner), and the almost complete lack of chromatic abherrations. Very unusual for a lens this wide. Obviously, its very good value for money. The only real drawback is the wierd-shaped distortion, which is correctable with PTlens. Manual focus with a lens this wide is no promlem.

Billy

2011-09-17T21:00:00

$1500 cheaper than Nikon and just as sharp. No autofocus but for a lens this wide, everything beyond 6 feet is pretty much in focus anyway. I hate that I can't attach a filter but I can buy 3 of these for the price of one Nikon.

ADAM M.

2011-09-04T21:00:00

This is a fun lens to work with. It's hard to see the point of focus through the view finder but the barrel markings do help.

Big F.