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Review Summary
2024-12-18T07:05:56
Amazing budget wide angle.
JAMES A.
2022-03-04T09:03:58
This lens is incredible. It's not for everything, but if you want a lens for those special shoots such as skateboarding, or capturing an entire scene, this lens is it. The price point is reasonable and the lens is solid.
Joel H.
2021-06-01T10:06:46
Great fisheye lens for the price
TIMOTHY S.
2021-05-21T20:50:47
Fun and easy to use. The aperture and focus rings are smooth. pictures are sharp and this lens gives pictures a different perspective. This fisheye lens puts new twist on photography.
Ernestine W.
Micro Four Thirds (MFT) Mount
7.5mm
F2.8
F16
9 groups, 11 elements
5.9" (15cm)
APS-C
De-clicked aperture
Without anti-shake
7pcs
190 Degree
Metal
Manual focusing
9.34 oz (265g)
The 7.5mm f/2.8 Mark II Fisheye Lens for Micro Four Thirds by 7artisans represents a significant advancement in fisheye lens technology, offering professional photographers and enthusiasts a high-quality, durable, and versatile tool for capturing unique and expansive images. This innovative lens has undergone an optical structure optimization to deliver superior image quality. The front glass group now features a single glass element with a higher refractive index, replacing the cemented glass of the first generation, which enhances light transmission and clarity.
At the heart of its improved performance, the lens incorporates HOYA ED glass in the rear optical group, effectively reducing chromatic aberration and ensuring crisp, vibrant images across the entire frame. The meticulous polishing process of the glass elements is more precise and complex than its predecessor, contributing to the lens's ability to correct various aberrations while offering a broader field of view.
The optical construction remains sophisticated with 11 lenses in total, yet the overall optical length has been reduced, resulting in a more compact design that is easier to handle and transport. Despite its smaller size, the lens maintains the all-metal mirror body that users have come to appreciate for its robustness, ensuring that the lens can endure the demands of frequent use.
Aesthetically, the 7.5mm f/2.8 Mark II maintains the classic style of the original model but introduces an upgraded shell oxidation process for a sleek, professional appearance. The lens mount now boasts an electroplated tungsten steel color, adding to the lens's visual appeal while reinforcing its sturdiness.
It's important to note that due to the expansive shooting angle characteristic of fisheye lenses, traditional hood and filter holders are omitted to prevent obstruction of the image. This design choice ensures that photographers can fully leverage the lens's wide-angle capabilities without compromise.
Crafted for those who seek to push the boundaries of creative photography, the 7.5mm f/2.8 Mark II Fisheye Lens for Micro Four Thirds is a testament to 7artisans' commitment to innovation and quality in the realm of photographic equipment.