Meike MK-8mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens for Canon EF (APS-C)

For photographers who crave a full 180° perspective, the Meike MK-8mm f/3.5 fisheye lens for Canon EF-mount APS-C cameras transforms everyday scenes into dramatic, immersive images. Its ultra-wide angle and pronounced barrel distortion open up creative possibilities that standard wide-angle lenses simply cannot match. The all-metal construction and multi-coated glass elements ensure durability and high-contrast results, while the manual focus and aperture controls give you complete creative command. With a minimum focus distance of just 10 cm, you can exaggerate foreground subjects for striking compositions.

Key specifications

• Focal length: 8mm (approx. 12.8mm equivalent on APS-C)
• Maximum aperture: f/3.5, minimum f/22
• Diagonal angle of view: 180° on APS-C
• Optical construction: 11 elements in 8 groups, multi-coated
• Minimum focus distance: 0.1 m (10 cm)
• Diaphragm: 6 blades, manual focus only
• Mount: Canon EF (no electronic contacts, fully manual)
• Filter thread: none (built-in petal-type hood)
• Construction: metal body, glass elements
• Weight: approx. 420 g

Why choose it

This lens offers an affordable entry into fisheye photography without compromising on build quality. Its 180° coverage creates immersive, distorted perspectives that standard wide-angle lenses cannot achieve. The manual focus and aperture control give you full creative command, while the close 10 cm focusing distance lets you exaggerate foreground subjects for striking compositions. The multi-coated elements reduce flare and ghosting, ensuring clean, high-contrast images even in challenging light.

Ideal use cases

• Creative landscape and cityscape photography
• Action sports and skateboarding shots
• Architectural details and interiors
• Experimental portraits and close-ups

Good to know

The lens has no electronic contacts, so aperture is set manually via the ring. It is compatible with APS-C Canon EF-mount DSLRs. The built-in petal-type hood helps reduce flare and protects the front element. A lens cap is included.