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    Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye

    4.1
    (1 reviews)
    Mechanical: 4.1
    Focal Length
    16mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    Minolta A, Sony A
    Weight
    310g
    Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye is a auto focus ultra-wide lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.

    Physical characteristics

    49 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 310 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 26.5 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter but you can chose from plenty options.

    Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 57 months of tracked sales — pay around the $131.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $131.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $137.50
    All-time low
    $100.00
    Latest sale
    $132.00

    Best deals

    28 of 50 tracked sales (56%) closed at or under the $131.00 fair value.

    • Dec 4, 2021$100.00$-31.00 / typical
    • Dec 11, 2021$100.00$-31.00 / typical
    • Dec 18, 2021$100.00$-31.00 / typical
    • Dec 25, 2021$100.00$-31.00 / typical
    • Jan 1, 2022$100.00$-31.00 / typical

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length16mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance3m
    Focusing
    Physical
    Weight310g
    Length49mm
    Filter Thread26.5mm
    MountMinolta A, Sony A
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Rio Hirano4.1/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye?

    Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye is a camera lens with 16mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Minolta A, Sony A mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 310g.

    What mount is the Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye compatible with?

    Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye uses a Minolta A, Sony A mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye typically sells for around $100.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye a good lens?

    Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye has a community rating of 4.1/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Zenit Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MC Fisheye?

    Similar lenses include Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D, Minolta AF 16mm f/2.8 FishEye, Minolta AF 20mm f/2.8 RS.

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    Overall Rating
    4.1
    Mechanical4.1/5
    Based on 21 reviewers

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