Lensbaby Scout 12mm Fisheye

The Lensbaby Scout 12mm Fisheye is a camera glass that captures ultra-wide fisheye photos with a unique and creative look. It offers manual focus, which means you have to adjust the focus yourself to get the desired sharpness. The lens has multiple glass elements that are coated to reduce reflections and improve image quality. The build quality of the lens is good, and it feels sturdy in hand.

The lens has a fixed aperture of f/4, which means that you cannot change the aperture size. This can be limiting in some situations, but it also means that the lens is simpler and lighter than other alternatives. The lens creates a circular fisheye effect, which means that the edges of the photo are curved inwards. This effect can be used creatively to make interesting and dynamic photos.

The Lensbaby Scout 12mm Fisheye is a good option for those who want to experiment with fisheye photography without spending too much money. The lens is affordable and offers good image quality. However, if you need autofocus or want more control over the aperture, you may want to consider other photographic lens options.

The lens is manufactured by Lensbaby, a company that specializes in creating unique and creative optics for photographers. The manufacturing time for the lens is not mentioned, but it is likely that it takes several weeks to produce each lens.

In terms of resolution, the lens is capable of producing sharp and detailed photos, but it is not as sharp as some other lenses in its price range. However, this can be seen as a positive aspect, as it adds to the unique look and feel of the lens. Overall, the Lensbaby Scout 12mm Fisheye is a good option for those who want to experiment with fisheye photography and create unique and creative photos.

Optical design

Average brightness in this league Full frame equivalent focal length is 18.0 mm.

Physical characteristics

Weights 227 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.