The ultimate fisheye lens for ultra-wide-angle perspectives

If you've ever worried that a fisheye lens will spend more time in your lens bag than on your camera, just look at the stunning photos taken by the AF Fisheye-NIKKOR 16mm f/2.8D. Its unique yet versatile 16mm perspective and supreme optical performance brings a new angle to landscapes, architecture, interiors—even close-ups. Compact, lightweight and fast enough for low-light shooting, the AF Fisheye-NIKKOR 16mm f/2.8D will inspire new views of your world.

Technology

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    CRC (Close Range Correction) System

    The Close-Range Correction (CRC) system is one of Nikon's most important focusing innovations, for it provides superior picture quality at close focusing distances and increases the focusing range.

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    Super Integrated Coating

    Nikon Super Integrated Coating is Nikon's term for its multilayer coating of the optical elements in NIKKOR lenses.

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Tech Specs

  • Focal Length

    16mm
  • Maximum Aperture

    Maximum Aperture

    f/2.8
  • Format

    FX/35mm
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    2.5 in.63 mmx2.2 in.57 mm
  • Approx. Weight

    Approx. Weight

    10.12 oz.290 g
  • Mount Type
    Nikon F-Bayonet
  • Focal Length
    16mm
  • Maximum Aperture
    f/2.8
  • Minimum Aperture
    f/22
  • Format
    FX/35mm
  • Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
    107°
  • Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
    180°
  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio
    0.10xx
  • Lens Construction Elements
    8
  • Lens Construction Groups
    5
  • Compatible Format(s)
    FX, DX, FX in DX Crop Mode, 35mm Film
  • Diaphragm Blades
    7
  • Distance Information
    Yes
  • Super Integrated Coating
    Yes
  • Autofocus
    Yes
  • Internal Focusing
    Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance
    0.85 ft.(0.25m)
  • Close Range Correction
    Yes
  • Focus Mode
    Auto, Manual
  • Accepts Filter Type
    Gelatine
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
    2.5 in.63 mmx2.2 in.57 mm
  • Approx. Weight
    10.12 oz.290 g
  • Lens Type
    Fisheye, Prime

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