Sigma 15mm F2.8 EX DG Diagonal Fisheye Lens for Canon DSLR Cameras

Sigma's 15mm F2.8 EX DG Diagonal Fisheye is a diagonal fisheye which means the distorted scene is shown full frame within the camera's field of view. It allows photographers to shoot creative images by taking advantage of the acute perspectives that are invisible to the human eye. The diagonal fisheye is the most popular kind of fisheye and are often used by wedding photographers who want to give an "artistic" looks to images, by underwater photographers who want to take in the maximum field of view possible and by scenic photographers. A focusing distance of 5.9 inches and a magnification ratio of 1 to 3.8 allow the photographer to have fun with placement of subjects extremely near to the camera with distorted backgrounds. In the hands of an artist this Lens can produce memorable, eye-catching images.

Features

Designed for use with full frame Digital SLR cameras

Produces striking images with exaggerated perspective of near subjects & extreme barrel Distortion of the surrounding areas

Super Multi-Layer lens coating reduces flare & ghosting & assures high image quality throughout the entire Zoom range

The minimum focusing distance of 5.9 inches & a magnification ratio of 1 to 3.8 allows subjects to be as close as ¾ of an inch from the lens' front element

Supplied with a gelatin filter holder at the rear for easy addition of Color correction filters

A front cap adapter, front/rear lens cap and carrying case are included with the lens

Specifications

Lens Construction: 7 Elements in 6 Groups

Angle of View: 180º

Number of Diaphragm Blades: 7

Minimum Aperture: f22

Minimum Focusing Distance: 15 cm / 5.9 in.

Filter Size (mm): Rear slip-in gelatin

Maximum Magnifications: 1:3.8

Corresponding Mounts: Canon (EX, DG)

Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 73.5 x 70.5 mm / 2.9 x 2.8 in.

Extended Dimensions: 76 mm / 3 in.

Weight: 330 g / 11.7 oz.