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Opteka 6.5mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens for Canon EF

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Opteka 6.5mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens for Canon EF
Key Features
  • EF-Mount Lens/APS-C Format
  • 10.4mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22
  • One Aspherical Element
Offering a truly expansive 180° angle of view, the 6.5mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens from Opteka is designed for APS-C-format Canon EF-mount DSLRs, and provides a 10.4mm equivalent focal length. The unique fisheye design produces exaggerated, distorted perspectives, which can be creatively used in conjunction with the short 11.8" minimum focusing distance. One aspherical element is featured in the optical design to limit spherical aberrations and a multi-layer lens coating has been applied to lessen lens flare and ghosting. Additionally, a removable petal-shaped lens hood is also included for further flare reduction and protection to the front element.
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Opteka 6.5mm f/3.5 Fisheye Overview

Offering a truly expansive 180° angle of view, the 6.5mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens from Opteka is designed for APS-C-format Canon EF-mount DSLRs, and provides a 10.4mm equivalent focal length. The unique fisheye design produces exaggerated, distorted perspectives, which can be creatively used in conjunction with the short 11.8" minimum focusing distance. One aspherical element is featured in the optical design to limit spherical aberrations and a multi-layer lens coating has been applied to lessen lens flare and ghosting. Additionally, a removable petal-shaped lens hood is also included for further flare reduction and protection to the front element.

This 6.5mm f/3.5 fisheye lens is designed for APS-C-format Canon EF-mount DSLRs, where it provides a 10.4mm equivalent focal length.
Extremely broad 180° angle of view produces an exaggerated perspective and creative distortion.
One aspherical element is utilized to reduce spherical aberrations and maintain consistent illumination and sharpness from edge to edge.
Removable petal-shaped lens hood and multi-layer lens coating reduces flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.
Manual focus design and a minimum focusing distance of 11.8" pairs with the expansive fisheye field of view for generating unique perspectives with immense depth of field.
Aluminum-alloy lens mount offers a rigid interface between the lens and camera.
UPC: 813789022275

Opteka 6.5mm f/3.5 Fisheye Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
6.5mm (35mm Equivalent: 10.4mm)
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5
Lens Mount
Canon EF
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
No
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
Canon EF
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Angle of View
180°
Minimum Focus Distance
11.81" / 30 cm
Optical Design
10 Elements in 7 Groups
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
No
Weight
14.6 oz / 414 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.55 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.4 x 4.8 x 4.1"

Opteka 6.5mm f/3.5 Fisheye Reviews

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How long is the warranty? Thank you

How long is the warranty? Thank you
Asked by: Alex
An OPTEKA USA limited one year warranty is included.
Answered by: Mark S
Date published: 2018-12-11

Is it made in Japan?

Is it made in Japan?
Asked by: Arman
The Opteka 6.5mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens for Canon EF is now made in China.
Answered by: Leonard E
Date published: 2022-03-25

question

180 degree view for aps-c cameras?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, the Opteka 6.5mm f/3.5 Circular Fisheye Lens for Canon EF has a 180 circular angle of view when used on an APS-C sensor Canon EOS DSLR camera.
Answered by: Manzell L.
Date published: 2020-12-12

question

Will this work with a Canon EOS Rebel T3?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, it will work with your Rebel.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-27

will this work for the cannon vixia hf r800?

will this work for the cannon vixia hf r800?
Asked by: John
No. This lens is meant for a 35mm SLR, not a camcorder.
Answered by: Opteka Support
Date published: 2021-05-03

I do not see 60D listed as compatible, is it?

I do not see 60D listed as compatible, is it?
Asked by: John
Yes, it is compatible but as a manual lens
Answered by: Opteka Support
Date published: 2020-11-16

question

Is this Lens good for Canon 5DSR?
Asked by: Anonymous
This lens is compatible with a 5DSR.
Answered by: Lawrence C.
Date published: 2018-08-27

do they come with a owner manual on a D3100 ?

do they come with a owner manual on a D3100 ?
Asked by: William
I will never buy from B&H again. How’s that?
Answered by: Laura
Date published: 2020-06-01
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