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    Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye

    4.2
    (8 reviews)
    Optical: 3.6
    Mechanical: 3.6
    Value: 5.0
    Focal Length
    12mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    Canon EF, Canon EF-M, Canon EF-S, FujiFilm XF, Micro 4/3, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Samsung NX, Sony A, Sony E
    Weight
    515g
    Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS 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

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

    Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 52 months of tracked sales — pay around the $179.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $179.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $204.75
    All-time low
    $75.00
    Latest sale
    $236.00

    Best deals

    46 of 91 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $179.00 fair value.

    • Jun 1, 2023$75.00$-104.00 / typical
    • Jun 8, 2023$75.00$-104.00 / typical
    • Jun 15, 2023$75.00$-104.00 / typical
    • Jul 1, 2024$86.00$-93.00 / typical
    • Jul 1, 2024$87.00$-92.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length12mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance2m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight515g
    Length72.7mm
    Filter Threadnomm
    MountCanon EF, Canon EF-M, Canon EF-S, FujiFilm XF, Micro 4/3, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Samsung NX, Sony A, Sony E
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    It’s great if you using a the full size camera4.0/5

    It’s great if you using a the full size camera The size. Is to large

    Best Deal5.0/5

    Best Deal Works great, easy to use and very smooth

    It’s great if you using a the full size camera4.0/5

    It’s great if you using a the full size camera The size. Is to large

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye?

    Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye is a camera lens with 12mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Canon EF, Canon EF-M, Canon EF-S, FujiFilm XF, Micro 4/3, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Samsung NX, Sony A, Sony E mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 515g.

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

    Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye uses a Canon EF, Canon EF-M, Canon EF-S, FujiFilm XF, Micro 4/3, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Samsung NX, Sony A, Sony E mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye typically sells for around $75.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye a good lens?

    Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye has a community rating of 4.2/5 from 8 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS 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
    3.7
    Optical3.6/5
    Mechanical3.6/5
    Value5.0/5
    Bokeh5.0/5
    Usability4.2/5
    Based on 5 reviewers

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