Bower 8mm T/ 3.8 UMC Fisheye CS II

The Bower 8mm T/ 3.8 UMC Fisheye CS II is a camera glass that provides a unique fisheye perspective for APS-C cameras. It is manually focused and has an average brightness. It has an equivalent focal length of 12.0mm for full-frame cameras. The lens has 6 aperture blades, which is a common number, and having rounded blades helps to create a more circular out of focus area. The lens weighs 450 grams and is 75mm long, so it may require consideration when carrying in a camera bag. The lens has an average build quality and resolution. It is coated to reduce reflection and glare. The manufacturing time is not specified. There are alternative fisheye lenses available with autofocus and different aperture ranges.

Optical design

Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Full frame equivalent focal length is 12.0 mm. Average brightness in this league

Physical characteristics

Weights 450 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 75 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.