Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye

    4.9
    (39 reviews)
    Optical: 5.0
    Mechanical: 4.0
    Value: 5.0
    Focal Length
    12mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Sony E
    Weight
    515g
    Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 7 aperture blades, mid-grade lenses usually have this amount of blades. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 515 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 72 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.

    Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 28 months of tracked sales — pay around the $121.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $121.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $147.00
    All-time low
    $14.00
    Latest sale
    $72.00

    Best deals

    399 of 786 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $121.00 fair value.

    • May 26, 2025$14.00$-107.00 / typical
    • Apr 16, 2025$47.00$-74.00 / typical
    • Jul 19, 2025$47.00$-74.00 / typical
    • Apr 16, 2025$48.00$-73.00 / typical
    • Apr 5, 2025$49.00$-72.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length12mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance0.2m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight515g
    Length72.6mm
    Filter Threadnomm
    MountCanon EF, Canon EF-S, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Sony E
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    A surprisingly sharp, wonderfully wide, and exceedingly versital lens5.0/5

    A surprisingly sharp, wonderfully wide, and exceedingly versital lens 42 Megapixels of ultra-wide detail? Sure -- I want it! This unusual lens is lots of fun and creates stunning pictures. I've heard there is a kick-starter 12mm flat-focus out there that will rock the planet, but this 12mm Fisheye flattens out nicely in post with the "Fisheye-Hemi" plugin with the additional advantage of having the "full fisheye" if you want it. I can't tell you how often I keep the slightly distorted image without flattening -- it really depends on the subject. Besides, the Rokinon 12mm F2.8 has a wonderfully controlled distortion that is really beautiful! It's not your average 12mm fisheye. So versatility is a plus, and sharpness is a plus (corner to corner at 5.6), and did I tell you... It's amazing for astro photography capturing a full-sky Milky Way that pops. It may not be my favorite lens... but it's pretty damn close -- and a bargain when all is said and done.

    Great lens4.0/5

    Great lens Very sharp lines easy to use great special effects with distortion

    Love it!5.0/5

    Love it! Fantastic lens, tack sharp images, can't wait to get it out in the wilderness!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye?

    Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye is a camera lens with 12mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Sony E mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 515g.

    What mount is the Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye compatible with?

    Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye uses a Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Sony E mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye typically sells for around $14.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye a good lens?

    Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye has a community rating of 4.9/5 from 39 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS IF NCS UMC Fisheye?

    Similar lenses include 7Artisans 15mm f/4, Canon EF 14mm f/2.8 L II USM, Canon EF 15mm f/2.8 Fisheye.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.3
    Optical5.0/5
    Mechanical4.0/5
    Value5.0/5
    Bokeh3.0/5
    Usability4.5/5
    Based on 2 reviewers

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