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Recommend Fisheye lens for X-system

Started 3 months ago | Questions thread
XtJerry
XtJerry Forum Member • Posts: 88
Re: Recommend Fisheye lens for X-system
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OP, I am not answering your question directly, but would comment that the depth of field for a fisheye is such that no autofocus is not a problem.

I have shot with a fisheye lens for many years, both Nikon and Fuji bodies, and have been happy with the Samyang (also branded as Rokinon) 8mm rectangular fisheye built directly for a Fuji mount.  My lens is the Fisheye II version purchased about 7 years ago which I believe is still the current version.

I just set mine at a hyperfocal distance of about 3 1/2 feet and shoot as I wish at f/5.6 or f/8.  The depth of field at this focal length is phenomenal - from about 1 1/2 feet to 1 foot to infinity.  Occasionally, I will use the manual focus peak assist function if I wish to set the focus manually for something very close.

Hope this helps the OP in making a decision.  This lens is carried by B & H.

Jerry

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