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    Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC

    4.3
    (2 reviews)
    Optical: 4.7
    Mechanical: 4.7
    Value: 4.3
    Focal Length
    14mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Micro 4/3, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Samsung NX, Sony A
    Weight
    552g
    Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC is a manual 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

    Weights 552 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 96 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.

    Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 15 months of tracked sales — pay around the $116.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $116.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $117.00
    All-time low
    $69.00
    Latest sale
    $103.00

    Best deals

    15 of 30 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $116.00 fair value.

    • Jul 29, 2024$69.00$-47.00 / typical
    • Jul 29, 2024$70.00$-46.00 / typical
    • Jul 29, 2024$71.00$-45.00 / typical
    • Jul 29, 2024$72.00$-44.00 / typical
    • May 27, 2025$93.00$-23.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length14mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance0.28m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight552g
    Length96mm
    Filter Threadнетmm
    MountCanon EF, Canon EF-S, Micro 4/3, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Samsung NX, Sony A
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Clara Hoffmann3.6/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC

    Clara Hoffmann4.5/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC?

    Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC is a camera lens with 14mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Micro 4/3, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Samsung NX, Sony A mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 552g.

    What mount is the Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC compatible with?

    Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC uses a Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Micro 4/3, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Samsung NX, Sony A mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC typically sells for around $69.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC a good lens?

    Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 2 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Bower 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC?

    Similar lenses include Canon EF 14mm f/2.8 L II USM, Canon EF 15mm f/2.8 Fisheye, Carl Zeiss Distagon T 15mm f/2.8.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.5
    Optical4.7/5
    Mechanical4.7/5
    Value4.3/5
    Bokeh4.3/5
    Usability4.3/5
    Based on 3 reviewers

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