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Samyang 12/2.0 NCS CS For Fujifilm X
SAMYANG
B00Q6YFI0G


  • 170,00 £ / Cheapest Price on Internet


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(Samyang 12/2.0 NCS CS For Fujifilm X)
  • 30 Apr 2020, Thu
One of the best wide lenses for the prive
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

I bought this lens as I wanted to shoot more wide shots for video yet I wanted a more classic vintage look but with a new lens that without buying adaptors. I have to say this lens is excellent for that. The images produce are very classic with slightly warm colour pallet, higher contrast than usual and not razor sharp as modern lenses but sharp enough to be clear without being overdone (most modern lenses for filming are too sharp and flat in my opinion).This lens has a fast aperture of F2 and despite being wide can produce some beautiful dream like looks especially if you remove the lens hood as the lens flare is a classic beautiful look.I mainly spoke about this for video but this is also excellent for photos as well. If you want a more modern corner to corner sharp lens with auto focus I would ask to look into the Lumix 12mm F1.4 or other lenses however this manual lens is near perfect if you want imperfections or 'character' . The build maybe mainly plastic but with the budget price for a lens that creates a 'cinematic' look on mirrorless cameras I highly recommend it for that.

Rev Jackson
  • 15 Jan 2020, Wed
Wow
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

I bought this lens for interiors and landscapes. I use it on a Sony a6000. Being manual focus I used it with focus peaking and I was disappointed with the accuracy of the focus. However with focus magnifier the results are spot on. I think the value for money is superb.

JAK

  • 07 Dec 2019, Sat
Picture perfect
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

I used to have an Olympus E520 with a few lenses, one of which was a Sigma 10-20mm (actually, I still have it). It was a nice lens for landscapes, if a tad slow at f4-5.6, and I have some great photos from it. But that all that equipment got cumbersome and dated, so I bought myself an OMD EM5 Mk2. To carry on taking landscapes, I needed a wide angle lens and plumped for this little beauty.

For the budget price of this lens, between f/4 and f/8 it’s nothing less than superb, with excellent sharpness in the centre when wide open. What helps is by setting the lens to infinity, anything further than about five feet is in focus. Pocket sized it might be, but it certainly packs a punch. Manual only, the focus ring travels about 140º and is separated from the aperture ring by an aesthetically pleasing red band. Not a deal breaker, but it does set it off nicely. It also has a metal mount. But that is all down the criteria list, top of which is (or should be) what the results are like.

It’s easy to use as well; you just have to get used to it. The aperture ring has half click stops between f/2 and f/16 and the focus ring is well dampened, allowing for precise focusing. Though they aren’t rubber, the ridges help with your grip. It actually feels and looks far more expensive than it is. Using a manual focus only lens like this might even force you into becoming better at taking photos, as getting foreground to horizon depth of field right really requires a manual lens. But it’s not just a lens for landscapes; with a minimum focusing distance of about eight inches, in addition to astrophotography and portraiture, you can even try your hand at macro photography. Bear in mind, if you want to know the settings for any photos you’ll have to make a note of them, as there’s no electronic communication with the camera.

Also sold under the Rokinon badge, it comes with a reversible petal hood, an unusual front cap, rear cap, a drawstring bag (and put the lens in mount first, or you’ll have trouble removing it w

Quiverbow
  • 07 Dec 2019, Sat
Picture perfect
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

I used to have an Olympus E520 with a few lenses, one of which was a Sigma 10-20mm (actually, I still have it). It was a nice lens for landscapes, if a tad slow at f4-5.6, and I have some great photos from it. But that all that equipment got cumbersome and dated, so I bought myself an OMD EM5 Mk2. To carry on taking landscapes, I needed a wide angle lens and plumped for this little beauty.For the budget price of this lens, between f/4 and f/8 it’s nothing less than superb, with excellent sharpness in the centre when wide open. What helps is by setting the lens to infinity, anything further than about five feet is in focus. Pocket sized it might be, but it certainly packs a punch. Manual only, the focus ring travels about 140º and is separated from the aperture ring by an aesthetically pleasing red band. Not a deal breaker, but it does set it off nicely. It also has a metal mount. But that is all down the criteria list, top of which is (or should be) what the results are like.It’s easy to use as well; you just have to get used to it. The aperture ring has half click stops between f/2 and f/16 and the focus ring is well dampened, allowing for precise focusing. Though they aren’t rubber, the ridges help with your grip. It actually feels and looks far more expensive than it is. Using a manual focus only lens like this might even force you into becoming better at taking photos, as getting foreground to horizon depth of field right really requires a manual lens. But it’s not just a lens for landscapes; with a minimum focusing distance of about eight inches, in addition to astrophotography and portraiture, you can even try your hand at macro photography. Bear in mind, if you want to know the settings for any photos you’ll have to make a note of them, as there’s no electronic communication with the camera.Also sold under the Rokinon badge, it comes with a reversible petal hood, an unusual front cap, rear cap, a drawstring bag (and put the lens in mount first, or you’ll have trouble removing it with the hood in place) a

Quiverbow
  • 01 Dec 2019, Sun
Unboxing review only for now! No warranty card?
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Unboxing review only for now! No time to carry out some test shots so will update this later.Not sure why but my box wasn't sealed at all and the 'guide' is in German.... There was no warranty card at all so not sure if that's something I should be worried about?Carry bag and lens hood were included, thought the lens hood was busted as it was very loose but think it was just tight to start with.

Amazon Customer
  • 29 Sep 2019, Sun
Buy it!
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

For the price it's a fantastic ultra-wide fully manual lens. The only issue as per YouTube reviews is the chromatic aberration but that's only noticeable when zooming in on photos and the general public is not going to be zooming in on all your photos - let's be realistic. This lens blows the Sony 10-18mm f4.0 OSS out the water for image edge sharpness as well as overall sharpness and the Sony goes for 3 times the price however the Sony is much better at having minimal chromatic aberration.For the price you wont find a sharper f2.0 ultra wide angle lens.

FG
  • 02 Jul 2019, Tue
Great manual focus lens
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Love this lens, for the money I don't think you can beat it. Manual focus isn't ideal for all scenarios, but have used for a lot of landscape and a bit of astro photography and got some really decent looking images.

Matt Blackwood
  • 06 Apr 2019, Sat
Definitely Recommend
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Delighted with this lens having been apprehensive about buying a manual lens due to not using one for years. Couldn’t be easier on my a6000; enable release w/o lens, assign Focus Magnifier to custom button C1, set Peaking level to medium and pick your colour - done. I keep the camera on Aperture Priority mode so it still does the shutter speed automatically. Images so far look sharp and looking forward to putting it through its paces in low light and also architectural shots. Definitely recommend. Delivered next day, boxed and seal intact.

A P Davies
  • 20 Mar 2019, Wed
wow
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

this lens is superb for the price. I have this on my GH5s. I was a bit sceptical for the cost but just wow.
I have a Sigma 35MM art prime from my canon days, teamed up with a metabones speedbooster to hook it up to the pana which has been my go to lens for so long. ive honestly barely touched the sigma since getting this, and certainly haven't felt the need to dig in my bag for the L series 17-35. the image from this cheap lens really is astonishing. Of course its fully manual but as i do 99% video that isn't an issue for me. If manual is bad for you, then stay away. If manual is good, then dont hesitate.

John
  • 20 Mar 2019, Wed
wow
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

this lens is superb for the price. I have this on my GH5s. I was a bit sceptical for the cost but just wow.I have a Sigma 35MM art prime from my canon days, teamed up with a metabones speedbooster to hook it up to the pana which has been my go to lens for so long. ive honestly barely touched the sigma since getting this, and certainly haven't felt the need to dig in my bag for the L series 17-35. the image from this cheap lens really is astonishing. Of course its fully manual but as i do 99% video that isn't an issue for me. If manual is bad for you, then stay away. If manual is good, then dont hesitate.

John
  • 24 Jan 2019, Thu
Very good wide-angle lens for apcs e-mount cameras
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

This was a second hand product in mint condition. I have used it on my sony alpha5100 with apsc sensor. This is a wideanlge lens and, even though pictures are cropped for the apsc sensor, they still capture big spaces with sharp images. It comes with a hood which looks a bit flimsy but fits well in the lens.

GiGonzal
  • 30 Nov 2018, Fri
Cracking lens for a great price.
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Great little ultra wide angle manual focus lens. It produces lovely images. There is vignetting in the corners but this easily correctable. Infinity is a little past the mark but not an issue. I use mine on a Sony NEX 5R and use focus peaking to help see what is in focus. For the price it’s unbeatable and I’m very happy with the images it produces.

Amazon Customer
  • 25 Jul 2018, Wed
Great lens. I've only had a few weeks with ...
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Great lens. I've only had a few weeks with it but I love it so far. Super wide and dead easy to focus using focus peaking on the A6300, so no problem with manual. I've not noticed any issues with CA or vignetting, and any minor issues can be easily fixed through lens calibration in Lightroom

George

  • 21 Jun 2018, Thu
Superb image quality . Pin sharp details
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Superb addition to my Sony A6000.As stated by many others no need to worry about manual focussing as everything is pin sharpe from front to back, from about f5.6 when your distance marker is set on the little line just before infinity . Use focus peaking on your Sony and jobs a good 'un.The lens hood fits firmly , in fact very firmly , it can need a strong turn to unlock.The lens cap is a bit fiddly ,if you have a UV filter on the end , but that could be my UV filter issue.Image quality is superb and being a fast prime lens you can take it into a wide range of light environments and get great results .

bwfcnottingham
  • 22 May 2018, Tue
I guess I got one of those Friday afternoon lenses ...
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

I guess I got one of those Friday afternoon lenses. This wouldn't get sharp focus at any point no matter what I did. Returned it for a refund.

Alan Barber
  • 15 Apr 2018, Sun
This is a damn SHARP lens
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

I was wary about spending over £250 on a manual focus lens, but my choice was limited for my Sony A6000 without spending over double that for the 10-18.
But oh am I glad I listened to reviews and feedback on here, this lens is a dream. Small, lightweight, well built, comes with a case and lens hood but most importantly it is crazy sharp even wide open!
My 50mm 1.8 doesnt even come close to the sharpness of this lens. Colours are also decent, at f2 you do get some CA on highlights but overall I am so impressed.
If I had to be picky, I’d say the only downfall to this lens is the focus ring is a little stiffy than I am use to with other lenses, but still usable - could just be my copy.

Mr. K. Kerry
  • 15 Apr 2018, Sun
This is a damn SHARP lens
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

I was wary about spending over £250 on a manual focus lens, but my choice was limited for my Sony A6000 without spending over double that for the 10-18.But oh am I glad I listened to reviews and feedback on here, this lens is a dream. Small, lightweight, well built, comes with a case and lens hood but most importantly it is crazy sharp even wide open!My 50mm 1.8 doesnt even come close to the sharpness of this lens. Colours are also decent, at f2 you do get some CA on highlights but overall I am so impressed.If I had to be picky, I’d say the only downfall to this lens is the focus ring is a little stiffy than I am use to with other lenses, but still usable - could just be my copy.

Mr. K. Kerry
  • 05 Apr 2018, Thu
Amazing lens
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Fantastic value, great wide angle, low light, Astro lens... yes it’s manual focus but if you want auto focus and the capability of this lens it will cost you 3x this price,,,,,,

Mr. S. J. Waite
  • 28 Mar 2018, Wed
Five Stars
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Well made and compact lens provides excellent results .

John D
  • 23 Mar 2018, Fri
Excellent lens just order it!
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

This is an excellent lens, I use it for estate agent photography with Sony A7ii! Previously owned the Tokina 11-16mm and this seems sharper, it’s smaller and looks great! At this price it’s a no brainer!

craig baxter
Colour Name:Silver  |  Style Name:Fuji X

Product Description

The Samyang 12mm f2.0 NCS CS superwide lens fills a gap in lenses for APS-C mirrorless cameras. This lens has been designed to perform stunningly with high resolution sensors (above 24m pixels). As with other Samyang lenses, the 12mm provides technical parameters and potential that can easily compete with the best wide-angle prime and zoom lenses available on the market. It has nanocrystal anti-reflective coatings applied. to two lens elements. This type of coating gives smaller reflection factor than (U)MC layers plus other benefits which include: much better light transmission, higher resistance to reflections and higher contrast, which adds to optical resolution of the lens. The Samyang 12mm f2.0 NCS CS is a perfect lens for landscape photography and can be useful in interior and architecture photography or astrophotography.

Box Contains

Samyang 12mm F2.0 Manual Focus Lens for Fuji X - Silver
Front Lens Cap
Rear Lens Cap
Lens Hood
Lens Pouch

Item Package Dimensions L x W x H 12.4 x 12.4 x 12.2 cm
Package Weight 422 Grams
Item Dimensions L x W x H 7.3 x 7.3 x 5.9 cm
Item Weight 200 Grams
Brand Name SAMYANG
Color Name Silver
Country of Origin Republic of Korea
Has Image Stabilization No
Included Components Lens
Lens Fixed Focal Length 12 millimetres
Max Focal Length 12 millimetres
Min Focal Length 12 millimetres
Model Year 2015
Mounting Type Fujifilm X
Part Number 1220510102
Size Name 1220509101 12 mm
Zoom Type Fixed
Lens Design Prime
Maximum Aperture Range 2.0-22
Focus Type Manual Only
Style Fuji X
Photo Filter Thread Size 67 millimetres