Main Features

Manufacturer: Olympus Corporation

Manufacturer Part Number: 261010

Manufacturer Website Address: www.olympusamerica.com

Product Type: Fisheye Lens

Focal Length: 8mm

Magnification: 0.22x

Aperture Range: f/3.5

Dimensions: 3.11" Diameter x 3.07" Length

Weight: 16 oz

Compatibility:

Teleconverter EC-14

E Series Digital SLR Cameras:

EVOLT E-300

Technical Details

-Compatible with E-series SLR cameras
-180º viewing area for dramatic pictures
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 "Sharp, fun, and useful" 2010-02-06
By Carlos Alvarez (Chandler, AZ United States)
This lens is more versatile and useful than a lot of people would think. The fisheye effect is certainly there and a lot of fun for the right pictures. But at the same time, it's both manageable and correctable if you want to use it for general photography. I've used it a lot for scenics, large groups of people in small spaces, and similar work where many assume a fisheye wouldn't be good. With a little practice you learn where to put the center of the lens to minimize the curve if that's what you want to do. Crop in post, and you have a photo that's only a tiny bit unusual. For fun photography it's really useful. The close focusing lets you get really tight on the main subject while blowing out the background. Focus is fast.


 "Corner to corner sharpness can't be beat" 2009-10-19
By Bay Wiz (SF, CA)
Before investing this much cash into this lens, I highly suggest you pick up a cheap $30-80 fisheye adapter that can work with one of your existing lenses. If you have a blast with it after many, many shots, but wish the pictures were sharper, then it's time to buy this Olympus Fisheye.

It's just amazing how sharp this thing is, but for the price it better be. I initially picked this up for use on my E-P1 with adapter, but now I mostly use it on my E-620. It works great on both, I just like the balance of it better on the E-620.

It's great for taking pics of large crowds, interiors, landscapes, whatever you want really. I can't wait to take this thing on my next vacation.

The construction quality is extremely good and focus is zippy.


 "Fun Lens certainly not your primary lens." 2009-05-21
By A. Woodbridge
I recently purchased this lens. Some people like Fisheye some people don't so it is not going to be your main lens. But in terms of a great lens for vacation and really unique pictures you can't go past it. The build quality is amazing and justifies the price.

I use it currently on a 410 it does feel like it is going to break the mount as it is quite heavy compared to the body. But I don't think this will happen.


 "WOW!" 2009-04-01
By Guy T. Phillips (The Great State of Texas)
I had already upgraded all of my Olympus Zuiko lenses to the second-tier (above the ones that the camera came with, and below the ones that cost gazillions), but I hadn't gotten around to buying a fish-eye.

I upgraded the others because of their brightness and clarity, but I didn't see a lot of value in a fisheye just yet.

I WISH I HAD DONE THIS SOONER. This lens is bright, clear, and opens up another perspective in my photo opportunities! I recently returned from Big Bend National Park, and this lens came in very handy, capturing the grandness of the Santa Elena Canyon like none of my other lenses could!



 "Superb Ultra-Wide Angle Lens" 2009-02-16
By J. Wahaus (United States)
Very high quality build. Sharp images. It doesn't get any wider than this. If you like wide angle you will love this lens.


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