Nikon AF DX Fisheye NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED

Nikon AF DX Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED

Lens Summary

Brand: Nikon

Also Known As: Nikon 10.5mm f/2.8G Fisheye

Lens Type: Prime Lens

Format: APS-C / DX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Nikon F

Release Date: 2003-07-22

MSRP Price: $774.95

Made in: Thailand

Infrared Rating: Good

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: This ultra-wide-angle, frame-filling fisheye, designed exclusively for use with Nikon’s DX-format, delivers incredible images with a 180-degree angle of view.


Nikon AF DX Fisheye NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED Specifications

Lens Specifications
* Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area 
Lens TypePrime Lens
Focal Length10.5mm
Mount TypeNikon F
FormatAPS-C / DX
Compatible Format(s)DX, FX in DX Crop Mode
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Maximum Reproduction Ratio0.20x
Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/2.8
Minimum Aperturef/22
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)180°
Optical Information
Lens Elements10
Lens Groups7
Diaphragm Blades7
Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements1
Aspherical Elements1
Super Integrated Coat (SIC)Yes
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorNo
Minimum Focus Distance0.46 ft. (0.14m)
Focus Mode SwitchAuto, Manual
G-typeYes
Distance InformationYes
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions(Approx.) 2.5×2.5 in. (Diameter x Length), 63×62.5mm (Diameter x Length)
Weight(Approx.) 10.8 oz. (305g)
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack Only
Supplied AccessoriesCL-0715 soft case, lens cover, Rear lens cap

Lens Construction

AF DX Fisheye NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED Lens Construction

MTF Chart

AF DX Fisheye NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED MTF

Image Samples

AF DX Fisheye NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED sample 1 AF DX Fisheye NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED sample 2

AF DX Fisheye NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED sample 3 AF DX Fisheye NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED sample 4

AF DX Fisheye NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED sample 5 AF DX Fisheye NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED sample 6

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