Bower 8mm f/2.8

Bower 8mm f/2.8

Lens Summary

Brand: Bower

Also Known As: Bower 8mm f/2.8

Lens Type: Prime Lens

Format: Micro Four Thirds

Focus: Manual Focus

Lens Mount: Fujifilm X, Samsung NX, Sony E

Release Date: N/A

MSRP Price: $299

Made in: South Korea

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: The 8mm f/2.8 Ultra Compact Fisheye Lens by Bower is a fast, ultra wide angle compact lens designed for use on the Samsung NX mirrorless cameras. Multi-coated lenses equal minimal aberration and sharp images and a built-in petal-type lens hood prevents unwanted glare. The minimum focusing distance is 1' (0.3m) and the angle of view is 180º, offering full-frame (non-circular) images. At 12mm equivalency, this is a perfect manual lens to explore the creative possibilities of the latest mirrorless cameras.


Bower 8mm f/2.8 Specifications

Lens Specifications
Lens TypePrime Lens
Focal Length8mm
Mount TypeFujifilm X, Samsung NX, Sony E
FormatMicro Four Thirds
Compatible Format(s)Micro Four Thirds
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Image StabilizationNo
Aperture Information
Aperture RingYes
Maximim Aperturef/2.8
Minimum Aperturef/22
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)180°
Optical Information
Lens Elements10
Lens Groups8
Focus Information
FocusManual Focus
Built-in Focus MotorNo
Minimum Focus Distance30.48cm
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions60 x 55.8mm
Weight217g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack

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