Everyone loves a good fisheye lens, especially an ultrawide fisheye like this new 7.5mm f/2.8 option from Brighin Star. Of course, you don’t want to overdo it with the fisheye lens. Unless you’re shooting skate videos in the '90s, you might want to limit your fisheye looks and shots to a few specific moments.
However, as an option to keep in your bag for the right moment of inspiration, this new Brightin Star 7.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens is pretty solid, with an included ND filter, and a great pick to pair with your favorite mirrorless APS-C camera.
Here’s what you need to know about this new Brightin Star 7.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens.
Brightin Star 7.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens
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Set to be available for a range of APS-C cameras as it comes in lens mount options for Canon RF, Fujifilm X, Leica M, Nikon Z, Sony E, and MFT, this Brightin Star 7.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens could be a nice option for a hybrid photographer and videographer looking for an ultrawide fisheye for their various shoots.
Designed more for photographers looking to capture landscapes, astrophotography, or other experimental portrait looks, this Brightin Star 7.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens features a built-in rear filter thread for the included ND filter, allowing shooters to turn standard scenes into stunning long exposures by smoothing water, blurring crowds, and more.
Plus, with its 190° field of view and bright f/2.8 maximum aperture, shooters should have plenty of flexibility to capture the widest of scenes and some likely very odd and intriguing close-ups in pretty much whatever lighting conditions you desire.
The Brightin Star 7.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens features a five-blade iris, which creates a 10-point starburst to add more character to your images.
Price and Availability
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Overall, as affordable ultrawide fisheye lenses go, this is a nice option to consider for your bag. You might not use it too often, but if the moment needs it, it can do the trick. If interested, here are the full specs and purchase options.
- APS-C | f/2.8 to f/16
- 12mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)
- Includes Rear Thread ND Filter
- Manual Focus Design | 5.9" Close Focus
- 190° Fisheye Angle of View
- 5-Blade Iris | Smooth Bokeh
- De-Clicked Aperture
- Built-In Lens Hood
Brightin Star 7.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens
An ultrawide fisheye with an included ND filter for mirrorless APS-C cameras, the Brightin Star 7.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens is ideal for landscapes, astrophotography, and experimental portrait photographers.
