AF DX Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED

This ultra-wide-angle, frame-filling fisheye, designed exclusively for use with Nikon’s DX-format, delivers incredible images with a 180-degree angle of view.

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Product Number: 2148

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Fun and compact fisheye lens for DX-format cameras

This compact and lightweight fisheye lens makes anything you shoot more interesting. With its frame-filling 180° angle of view and unique bending effects, every scene and subject will take on new dimensions through the viewfinder. Achieve great low-light results with its fast f/2.8 maximum aperture, and get as close to your subjects as 1.2-in. (3-cm) with edge to edge sharpness in every shot.

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Freedom from visual boundaries

Frame-filling 180° viewing angle

The AF DX Fisheye-NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED achieves an ultra-wide picture angle of 180° on DX-format cameras while remaining compact and lightweight. Its unique fisheye bending effect with edge-to-edge sharpness opens up entirely new compositional possibilities. Try different viewpoints and angles to turn ordinary scenes into extraordinary photographs. And with a minimal focus distance of just 1.2-in. (3-cm), you can get an entirely new perspective on just about any subject.

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Nikon-quality fisheye images

Designed for creativity and performance

With a rounded diaphragm that makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural, a built-in flower-type lens hood and a 16mm equivalent focal length, the AF DX Fisheye-NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED is optimized for DX-format Nikon D-SLR cameras. Its Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass ensures superior sharpness and color, and Close-Range Correction (CRC) system provides high performance when taking pictures up close.

ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass

An optical glass developed by Nikon that is used with normal optical glass in telephoto lenses to obtain optimum correction of chromatic aberrations.

CRC (Close Range Correction) System

The Close-Range Correction (CRC) system is one of Nikon's most important focusing innovations, for it provides superior picture quality at close focusing distances and increases the focusing range. With CRC, the lens elements are configured in a "floating element" design wherein each lens group moves independently to achieve focusing. This ensures superior lens performance even when shooting at close distances. The CRC system is used in fisheye, wide-angle, micro and selected medium telephoto NIKKOR lenses.

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Specifications

Mount Type

Nikon F-Bayonet

Focal Length

10.5mm

Maximum Aperture

f/2.8

Minimum Aperture

f/22

Format

Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)

180°

Maximum Reproduction Ratio

0.20x

Lens Elements

Lens Groups

Compatible Format(s)

DX
FX in DX Crop Mode

Diaphragm Blades

Distance Information

Yes

ED Glass Elements

Aspherical Elements

Super Integrated Coating

Yes

Autofocus

Yes

Minimum Focus Distance

0.46 ft. (0.14m)

Focus Mode

Auto
Manual

G-type

Yes

Accepts Filter Type

Gelatine

Dimensions

(Approx.) 2.5 x 2.5 in. (Diameter x Length)
63 x 62.5mm (Diameter x Length)

Weight

(Approx.) 10.8 oz. (305g)

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CL-0715 soft case
lens cover
Rear lens cap

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CL-0715 Soft Lens Case$14.00

61mm Slip-on Front Lens Cover (replaces 4788)$40.00

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AF DX Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED 4.8 5 45 46

Excellent Choice for Fisheye Lens Wanted to buy a Fisheye Lens. Since we own a Nikon DSLR, the choice was simple. We have been experimenting with it, and are very pleased with the results. July 25, 2011

amazing lenses it is just awesome, I am having a tons of fun, you will love it. June 20, 2011

Wide and sharp This is one very sharp lens. I've greatly enlarged images captured with it (D200) and can hardly believe the details it's able to record. Originally the images I produced contained a great deal of the expected distortion and color fringing along back-lighted edges. However, when edited in Photoshop (CS5) using Camera Raw's lens profiles, you can remove the fringing and distortion easily. I only wish that this excellent DX lens could be fully used on a full-frame sensor. April 18, 2011

AF DX Fisheye-NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED This has got to be one of the best lenses that Nikon has released and if you are a wedding photographer this is a must have. You can get shots of the complete wedding party in one shot and the quality is outstanding. I've got another fisheye lens that I will most likely sell. Thanks Nikon April 15, 2011

NIKKOR 10.5 f/2.8 ED fisheye lens I saved along time for this lens, it is the best thing I had ever purchased, it is simple to use, so many different pics you can make with the lens.The winters scenes are the coolest. April 15, 2011

fun to use The 180 degree angle means you need to be careful where your fingers and toes are, as well as any companions. For landscapes, use the grid lines on the viewfinder to center the horizon so that it does not bow in either direction. The compactness of this lens is a good example of the benefit of the DX format. Photoshop has a good distortion removal tool. April 14, 2011

Fun and frivolous With my 16mm fisheye, this lens is used on my D2X for those funny, funky effects. Also used properly allows for super duper wide angle shots. Not used a lot, but definately a keeper lens. January 3, 2011

Great... A must have! I would just say... I thought I was enjoying my camera & gear (D50 with 35mm 1.8, 18-55VR & 55-200VR) but after I bought this lens, wow... now, this is fun! Yes it is pricey but it is also a must have lens, it is compact, high quality & versatile. January 1, 2011

excellent lens I've been using this lens for about 2 years now and its always on hand when I'm out shooting. Great for any situation and the lens really gives you a unique perspective. November 29, 2010

This is the bery best and most versatile lens. The 10.5 mm Fisheye-Nikkor f 2.8G ED is my very favorite lens. I have found it to be the most creative in my photography, and it has increased my sales of photographs exponentially. September 1, 2010

This is the lens I have tried a handful of the fisheyes on the market and none so far have reached the quality of this lens. The lens is very sharp, very durable, and oddly pretty practical. There are days I will only shoot with this lens. So far the only lens that rivals this one would probably be the super wide FX 14-24mm f2.8 in terms of quality... August 24, 2010

This is a great lens Great lens for capturing large scens, large aircrft, tight spaces room in a house I styed at. Distortion is minamal. July 31, 2010

Captures everything! I love this lens and increasingly regard it as my default lens, on either my D70 or D200. Bought it about 5 years ago in New York's excellent B&H camera store. It really 'gets everything in' when you need an ultra-wide angle, so it's particularly useful for indoor shots. Also, it's handy to be able to straighten things up and convert the image back to normal perspective in Nikon's Capture software. Images are really good with a wonderful depth-of-field... I often pass my camera to friends to let them take a look at the perspective this lens offers. Highly recommend this lens. July 31, 2010

Indispensable lens for small sensor camera. Permits travel with wide-angle surrogate that weighs almost nothing and takes up almost no space. Resultant images can be used as fisheye or converted with software to near rectilinear for practical purposes. July 30, 2010

great lens for a super wide view I had this lens since 2003 love it, popular in the Art world, it it great for photographing functions , weddings with a bit of abstraction as well landscape shots, express it your way, it is handy when you can not be bother bringing a panorama camera with you July 30, 2010

Good value, good lens Does the job when nothing else will. Of COURSE it distorts a lot... go with it. Works great with Hemi software to de-fish. There really is no other good choice for any DX body.... worth the money for the times nothing else will cover. July 30, 2010

Great Specialty Lens I use this lens regularly for wedding receptions. It gives a creative perspective to people and the venue. When shooting groups of people, have them lean in close together for the best shots. I have also shot hot air balloons from the basket that shows the flame and whole balloon. July 30, 2010

a lens for every Nature/Architecture/Landscape pho Whether you a Pro or simply enjoy photography, if you need an extra wide angle lens. This is the one to have. A bit pricey, but worth every penny. I just returned from a trip to Paris, the picture I was able to get were totally amazing. Strongly recommend it. July 30, 2010

Fun What a fun lens to use. Great image quality. Crates unique images in the right situation. July 30, 2010

Sharp, Task Specific. This is a great little lens, and very sharp. Watch out for purple fringing in the extremes with harsh contrasts, but nothing that can't be controlled. I use it primarily for shooting onset replacing the reflective sphere for HDR shots when we need to integrate 3D on live plates. For general photography, the lens is picky for composition in order to get an interesting shot. July 30, 2010

The best panoramic lens This lens goes everywhere and is amazing. I'm not going to bother getting into how good it really is. If you think you need a fish eye effect, or a perfectly rectilinear wide shot with the push of a button in nikon software then you have to buy it. Works excellent with many different panoramic heads. July 30, 2010

Great glass! I've had a lot of fun with this lens. I shoot, and raise various flowers and orchids and it has really come in handy shooting plant life. My only complaint is the lens will not take a filter, so you have to be very careful not to scratch the glass. Other than that it is simply a great lens. July 30, 2010

Well worth the money!! I have been using this lens for about 5 years now, I love it. This is not a everyday use lens. I mainly use it at weddings, one shot during the ceremony, I stand at the back of the church and take a overall picture of the church. The other shot is during the reception, I usually use it when the new couple is dancing, I will take a overall picture of the whole place with the couple dancing! Very sharp lens from edge to edge, very compact lens and won't take up much room in your bag!!! July 30, 2010

complete fun As mentioned already, this lens (which I've had for a couple of years now) can be a blast to use on a DX format camera. The ultra-wide perspective and huge DOF allows for fascinating perspectives when shots are taken from low angles or when a subject is quite close to the front element. Also, this can act as a "quick and dirty" rectilinear wide angle lens when the image files (preferably RAW) are processed through DxO Optics Pro software. While some edge detail is lost as the software straightens out the barrel distortion, what remains is about the same as you would achieve with a 17MM lens on a film or FX body. July 30, 2010

GREAT LENS! Wonderful lens, works great, tack sharp, even good on a full frame camera. July 30, 2010

Big sky lens Terrific lens with outstanding color performance. A must for mountain panoramas. Great also for (some) close up photos with background. Absolutely delighted. July 30, 2010

Fun, Sneaky, & Versatile This is a great little lens! It's fun, tack-sharp, and you can literally shoot from the hip with it in situations where you need to shoot with stealth. If you frame your shots with a little to spare on the edges, you'll always end up with a shot that doesn't look too funky, and it gives room for fisheye software to straighten without losing important details. Great fun for getting the "whole picture", shooting landscapes and interiors, and emphasizing certain details of any scene. It's also a hoot to photograph horses' faces with this lens! July 20, 2010

Big fun, small package. When shooting with my F3HP's I always wanted the 16mm fisheye, but never got around to it. This time around when I got a D90, I bought this little beauty second (after the 16-85 VR). While I admit that I don't use it frequently, it's almost always in my kit and provides a perspective that's unique. The resolution, AF speed and handling are stellar. The more I use it the better I like my results - it's still teaching me! July 20, 2010

A necessity....? I took this with me to Europe along with a 12-24 and a 18-135 on my D300. It was used about 30% of the time on interiors of churches, etc. But I also used it at the markets and subways to capture the sense of the crowds. Small and easily carried in a pocket. I just loved the way it was unobtrusive around people. Frequently, I would simply shoot without putting the camera to my eye to get those fleeting moments of people. Will you spent the money? Let me just tell you this. How much would pay to have that shot or shots that you missed because you didn't have the lens? The camera is important, no doubt, but you won't get the shot without the lens! Buy the best and you'll never question the cost as you look at the results. Buy the cheapola and you'll curse yourself ever time. Wish they would let me show you some results. You would be buying one today! July 9, 2010

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is the lens compatible with the Nikon d5000

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