Anyone using the Meike / Opteka 6.5mm f/2 circular fisheye?

[Yoan]

Lately I've been considering getting a circular fisheye. Does anyone have the one stated in the title? And can I see your photos with it?

I've never had a fisheye lens before. The widest lens I currently have is the Rokinon 12mm f/2. I know the fisheye will be a lot wider and will be an even more difficult lens to use compared to the 12mm. And one I would rarely need. I'd love to hear your thoughts.

[milandro]

I don’t but here there is a comprehensive review of one.

 

https://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/60425752

 

Fun though it is, it will give much the same look to many pictures after a very short while.

 

I am curious why you would want a circular fisheye?

 

I have a rectilinear fisheye which is fun , but has relatively few applications. A circular one, would have, for me, even less.

[Yoan]

I don’t but here there is a comprehensive review of one.

 

https://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/60425752

 

Fun though it is, it will give much the same look to many pictures after a very short while.

 

I am curious why you would want a circular fisheye?

 

I have a rectilinear fisheye which is fun , but has relatively few applications. A circular one, would have, for me, even less.

As I already have a UWA lens, a circular fisheye would be more "differentiating" than a full frame fisheye.

I know its use would be highly limited but I think it could be useful in tight spaces.

[milandro]

it is not so much in the circular image that you would find this useful but rather more in the angle of view.

 

But it takes all sorts. If that is your favorite then it is.

 

good luck