Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens USA
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The Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens delivers 180° diagonal angle of view images for all EOS SLR cameras with imaging formats ranging from full-frame to APS-C. When the lens is used with full-frame cameras you can choose between a circular fisheye image or full-frame image by using the zoom.
When used with EOS bodies featuring APS-C or APS-H sensors, the lens produces a more traditional, full frame fisheye view. A zoom-lock mechanism on the lens body allows the range to be limited to the focal length that ensures the best possible full-frame view without unsightly vignetting around the edge. 'C' and 'H' markings can be found next to the zoom operation ring, indicating the wide-angle zoom position where vignette-free shooting is possible with either sensor. For filmmakers and photographers who want the look and feel only possible with extreme wide angle and fisheye photography, the Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM is a world-class choice.
With its Ultra-Sonic Motor (USM), and Floating Focus System the lens offers fast auto focus even down to a close 6.2" (0.16 m). The lens features UD glass for suppression of chromatic aberration, a Subwavelength coating for reduced ghosting, a Fluorine coating that keeps soiling, smears and fingerprints to a minimum, has full-time manual focus for instant switching from AF to Manual operation, and is built to the standards of the amazing Canon L-series of lenses. The rear gel holder holds up to 3 pre-cut filters. This means the finest optics, the best construction and the best performance available, all in a lens designed to stimulate creativity and deliver stunning images every time.
- For all EOS SLR cameras with imaging formats ranging from full-frame to APS-C
- Delivers 180° diagonal angle of view
- Provides 180° circular fisheye images for full-frame cameras as well as full frame images when using the longer part of the zoom
- Zoom-lock mechanism on the lens body allows the range to be limited to the focal length that ensures the best possible full-frame view without vignetting for APS-C or APS-H sensors
- Rear gel holder holds up to 3 pre-cut filters
- Focus adjustment is via inner focusing and focus cam plus floating mechanism
- The lens features UD glass for suppression of chromatic aberration, a Subwavelength coating for reduced ghosting, a Fluorine coating that keeps soiling, smears and fingerprints to a minimum
- Full-time manual focus for instant switching from AF to Manual operation
Go To
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 8 - 15 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/4 Minimum: f/22 |
| Camera Mount Type | Canon EF |
| Format Compatibility |
35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C) |
| Angle of View | 180° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 6.2" (15.75 cm) |
| Magnification | 0.39x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:2.56 |
| Groups/Elements | 11/14 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread |
None
1
Please Note:Rear Gel Holder (accepts up to 3 pre-cut gel filters) close |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.1 x 3.7" (7.87 x 9.40 cm) |
| Weight | 1.19 lb (540 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 46 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (27)
- Strong construction (24)
- Consistent output (22)
- Lightweight (18)
- Durable (17)
Cons
- Heavy (7)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (37)
- Low light (14)
- Night photography (14)
- Sports/action (14)
- Weddings (13)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (21), Pro photographer (15), Semi-pro photographer (7), Casual photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (43)
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Reviewed by 46 customers
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Pros
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
The 180° angle of view lets me come really close to the subject, much closer to the range of the strobes. Brilliant images ! I was always worried about taking such expensive lenses under the water but it is worth the risk !
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
I really don't understand all the fuss about the lenshood and the cap. Just try to come up with a better design for a lens that's on the wide end covers 180 degrees. I have used a number of fisheyes (Sigma, Pentax, Zeiss/Hasselblad, Zodiak/Arsat) -- this one definitely stands out in the crowd.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
Hard to believe how close you can get to the subject and still get it all in. (Try a large tree)
I shoot with a full frame 1D MkII
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Excellent clarity
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Better fit wcap hood
- Price is a bit steep
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
I bought this along with my Canon 5D MKII to take full advantage of the full frame sensor. This glass is intesting in a number of ways. You can maintain the f-stop throughout the range, going from ultra-wide angle at 15mm down to full fisheye at 8mm. In addition, I can use the lens on both my 50D and the 5D. With the 50D, there's a locking mechanism on the color to adjust for the APS-C sensor. My only criticism is that the cap and hood could fita little better. Somewhat pricey, but well worth the money given the sharpness and color.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
The lens came just in time to take advantage of the spectacular fall colors around the lake at Bear Mountain. I was able to capture unbelievable ranges of color.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
Freelance Photography, Sports & Events
Canon 50D & 7D
Pros: Virtually No Lens Flare
Cons: Captures lens hood at 8mm with 1.6 crop sensor, some blue around the circular extremes at 8mm.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Inferrior lens-cap
Best Uses
- Close-ups
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
I have not yet used the lens extensivly, but for the about 150 images I have made, I can only say that it has exeeded my expectations.
It is great for close-ups as well as nature photography, and it is very sharp with very good colors.
The zoom possibility is verg nice.
The only less good thing is the lens-cap.
It falls off easily and in general is of a bad design.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lens Design
- TACK SHARP
Cons
- Lens cap
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
Great lens period. I have been waiting to purchase a fisheye since my Pentax Spotmatic/darkroom days back in highschool and when Canon anounced this lens I knew it would be on order as soon as it was available. It performs exactly as expected and works exceptionally well with my 7D body. The limit switch works great and the lens is tight and fluid when focusing and zooming. Fast focusing and tack sharp at all f/stops. The lens cap and hood could use a little improvement but not bad enought to make the lens any less stellar.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Angle of view
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- L glass
- Lightweight
- L lens quality
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
- Sturdy build
- Weight
- Works on 1Dand 5D
- Zoom
Cons
- Flimsy lens cap
- Flimsy lens petal hood
- Remove camera straps
Best Uses
- Architecture images
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
I am a pictorial and wildlife photograoher but lately have been acquiring shorter lenses to cover my architectural assignments. This lens is small, light, sturdy build,and L glass vintage. It has given me the chance to shoot some creative images on both my 1Dmk 4 and 5D mk2. The results are most satisfying with superb saturation and some pretty interesting views and dof is perferct. Biggest con are angle of view, so watch out for your feet, straps and unwanted object in and around you. The lens cap and petal lens hood are flimsy and I hope canon will redesign it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
GREAT LENS GREAT SERVICE
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Great focusing
Cons
- Need to use carefully
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
One lens to add to your camera bag.
Will open up a whole new level of creativeness and will make you shoot from angles you didnt think were possible.
Worth the money.
Gives great results on full frame and cropped bodies.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Just awesome
Cons
- Kinda pricy
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
lanscape...fun..funky portraits.....
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
I purchased this lens last week and it arrived just in time for my granddaughter's 1st basketball game of the year. The fisheye allows me to sit in the bleachers and photograph the entire court area, both basketball hoops, in a single shot. Since I do real estate, I've also used this lens to photograph the inside of homes which gives the potential buyer a bird's eye view of the living space and the outside of the home. The lens is far better than I had imagined prior to purchasing from B&H Photo. I would recommend this lens to my friends.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fun To Use
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Expensive
- Heavy
- Poor in Low Light
Best Uses
- Artistic applications
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
A very unique lens that has a specialized application for some interesting pictures -- moonscapes with long time exposures, incredible cloud formations, pictures that include feet if not careful!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
The main use I have made of this lens is street/architecture photography. I've been very happy with the sharpness and build quality. It's been a nice addition to the 14mm I already owned.
Used on a 5DMkII.
The lens cap/shade is a bit of a pain at times. I just remove the cap and shade every time I use the lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
- Lens cap
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
This is my first fisheye lens and I have only played around with this lens over the last few weeks however the picture quality is very sharp. The angle of view is very impressive and has made for some interesting shots of my home. The lens cap is not very secure however understand why that is the case so I am very careful when I pack this lens away to avoid damage. T
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Weak Casing
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Video
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
Sharp and sturdy. Make sure you know in advance if you fave a full frame camera to get the entire fisheye look.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
- Les cap shows at 8mm
- You can hit the lens
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
love this lens, you can go dangerously close to your subjects.. just awesome, crisp in all details
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate focusing
- Allows creativity
- Professional Quality "L"
Cons
- None that I can think of
Best Uses
- Autocross
- Creative shots
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
Can give you more accurate opinion in a few weeks, BUT for what I've used it for, it's absolutely AWESOME! Love that it can be used Full Frame as well as APS-C cameras
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Great picture quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Video
Comments about Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Fisheye Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens:
I have been waiting for this lens since I heard about it nearly a year ago. I've only been shooting with it for a couple weeks but I LOVE IT! I shoot with the 7D and love the stop switch at 10mm to get full frame on the crop sensor. I was worried about vignetting from the hood but on my 7D there is none all the way down to 8mm!
I am primarily a landscape photographer but have gotten some great results using this lens to shoot people as well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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