Meike MK-8mm F3.5 Fisheye Lens for Sony E-Mount APS-C

Capturing the full grandeur of a scene—from sweeping landscapes to tight interiors—often demands a lens that sees beyond the ordinary. The Meike MK-8mm F3.5 fisheye lens for Sony E-mount APS-C cameras solves that challenge with an expansive 180° diagonal angle of view, delivering dramatic, immersive images with a distinct curved perspective. Its fast f/3.5 maximum aperture and manual focus design put you in complete creative control, whether you're shooting stills or video.

Who is it for

This lens is ideal for photographers and videographers who want to explore extreme wide-angle creativity without a huge investment. It suits enthusiasts shooting landscapes, architecture, astrophotography, action sports, and creative portraiture. Its compact, all-metal build makes it a reliable companion for travel and outdoor adventures.

Main features

• Ultra-wide 8mm fisheye focal length with 180° diagonal angle of view for dramatic, immersive images
• Bright f/3.5 maximum aperture for low-light shooting and shallow depth-of-field effects
• Manual focus design with a minimum focus distance of just 0.1 m for extreme close-ups
• Optical construction of 11 elements in 8 groups with multi-coated surfaces to reduce flare and ghosting
• 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth, pleasing bokeh
• Integrated petal-type lens hood to protect the front element and reduce stray light
• Durable all-metal construction with a precise, damped focus ring
• Designed specifically for Sony E-mount APS-C format cameras

Specifications

• Lens Type: Fisheye Prime Lens
• Focal Length: 8mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/3.5
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Mount: Sony E-Mount
• Format Compatibility: APS-C
• Angle of View (Diagonal): 180°
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.1m (10cm)
• Focus Type: Manual Focus
• Optical Design: 11 Elements in 8 Groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 9, Rounded
• Filter Size: Not applicable (Integrated hood)
• Image Stabilization: No
• Autofocus Motor: No
• Construction Material: Metal
• Lens Coating: Multi-coated
• Hood Type: Integrated Petal-Type

Tips

To make the most of this fisheye lens, get close to your subject to exaggerate perspective and create dramatic distortion. For landscape shots, place the horizon near the center to minimize curvature, or embrace the curve for a creative effect. Since it's manual focus, use focus peaking or magnification on your camera to ensure sharpness, especially at close distances.