been into photography 50+ yrs... ive had all kinds of lenses.. never could afford " top of the line" Maker brands,, be it Minolta, Canon, or Nikon. ok, ive had some of the "standard" lenses, Minolta 50mm 1.8, Nikon 18-140mm ( currently for my Nikon 7500D ), etc.
mostly i get Tamron, Tokina, Sigma.. never had an issue.
this is a 'Unique" lens, and not one i would use often as it is, so i didnt want to break my bank.
it shoots very nicely, feels solid, not sloppy.. might come in to play after some extensive use, but, i dont see this seeing massive use anyway..
its a fun, abstract photo taking lens for very little money.
should you drop it a year or 3 later ?? ok,, you wont cry you have to sell a kidney to replace it..
easy to recommend if you want a very unique photo taking lens for some abstract shots..
Altura Photo 8mm f/3.0 Professional Wide Angle Lens Aspherical Fisheye Lens for Canon EOS 90D 80D 77D Rebel T8i T7 T7i T6i T6
4.3 | 1,029 ratings
Price: 219.99
Last update: 08-10-2024
About this item
Compatible with all Canon DSLR APS-C cameras; including the Rebel T8i, T7, T7i, T6s, T6i, T6, T5i, T4i, T3i, SL1, SL2, SL3, EOS 60D, 77D, 70D, 80D, 90D, EOS 7D, 7D MK II. Is also compatible with FULL FRAME cameras but please keep in mind it will produce a more circular "360" image with black vignette borders.
EF Mount Canon fisheye lens with Manual Focus: Included removable hood allows for stunning 180° views. Not compatible with new Canon mirrorless R and M cameras.
Exceptional Build Quality: The Altura Photo 8MM metal lens construction with a hybrid aspherical element and multi-layer lens coating will unlock powerful viewing angles as well as sharply defined images.
Custom Lense Case: A custom designed protective lens case is included for safe storage, essential Canon Camera Accessories.
Backed by Our 90-Day Satisfaction Guarantee.
EF Mount Canon fisheye lens with Manual Focus: Included removable hood allows for stunning 180° views. Not compatible with new Canon mirrorless R and M cameras.
Exceptional Build Quality: The Altura Photo 8MM metal lens construction with a hybrid aspherical element and multi-layer lens coating will unlock powerful viewing angles as well as sharply defined images.
Custom Lense Case: A custom designed protective lens case is included for safe storage, essential Canon Camera Accessories.
Backed by Our 90-Day Satisfaction Guarantee.
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 2.95 x 2.95 x 3.03 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 1.14 pounds |
| ASIN | B01N6WEKDF |
| Item model number | QZ0296 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars
1,025 ratings
4.3 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #33 in SLR Camera Lenses |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | February 13, 2017 |
| Manufacturer | Altura Photo |
Top reviews from the United States
David P.
equal to $2000 Nikons ? No, but, as a nice, amatuer alternative, its fun and plenty good
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2024
John Allen
Makes Taking Photos Fun
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2020
John Allen
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2020
Original Review: I have a Canon T7 camera with three interchangeable Canon lenses (regular, zoom, and portrait). I've been taking nice photos with this set-up and started looking for a wide-angle lens that would give me even more flexibility. Canon lenses are quite expensive, but in my search, I noticed the Altura fisheye lens for a more reasonable price. It fits nicely on the camera and is completely manual which the advertising says you might have to get used to. I watched a few Altura 3.0 YouTube videos to get an idea of what the lens was all about and then started shooting. You attach it just like any lens, set the camera to manual, and make settings for f-stop and distance on the lens (infinity is good for most things) and start shooting. After a few shots and realizing you can see clearly on the camera screen what the shot will look like before you click the shutter button) I was getting impressive results. All the photos you see here have NOT been edited in any way although you can adjust them if you like using Photoshop, GIMP, Lightroom, etc. The lens is made from metal and is durable as a result. Highly recommend this product.
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J. Hall
Nice, Inexpensive, but inconsistent fit cross platforms
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2020
J. Hall
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2020
I found the lens to be a bit loose on my Nikon D3300. When mounted, it did not lock into place and, turning the bezels of the lens to the left tended to loosen the lens. It moved while mounted, (rattled) but once held steady was ok. It was easy, however to simply support the camera by holding the lens in place while using the on-lens bezels, so that it did not loosen up between shots.
I tried this same lens on my Nikon D3500, and the looseness disappeared, and the lens locked into place like a lens should! Apparently, the mounting hole on the D3000 is a bit larger than that on the D3500. So, with a little care it is usable on both cameras, but you'll want to watch for loosening if used on a Nikon D3000.
This is a MANUAL lens. No auto focus, no monitoring, so you have to set your camera to "M" and adjust your lens by hand. Set your ISO on the camera and your shutter speed too, take a couple of test shots and go for it!
The reasonable price of this lens outweighs any minor inconvenience that the looseness on the D3300 presents. It comes with a n interesting zip-open lens case that is BIG, so you'll need to make room in your camera bag. All in all, it's a keeper and I'll be using it often.
Edit! BONUS! The skies were blue and the sun was bright and in the photo. The lens presented with a natural, sharp sun flare that's a great accent point!
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fatcat
nice lens well built
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2017