Fisheye lens for D3100

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Photo Joe

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Hawaianhamster said:
Do you guys have any recommendations for fisheye lens for the Nikon D3100?

Is this good for outdoor shooting as the reviews seem to say so: Amazon.com: Rokinon FE8M-N 8mm F3.5 Fisheye Lens for Nikon (Black): ROKINON: Electronics
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I own this lens and it's actually really good for its price point. It's an all manual lens, but it's not too hard to operate it, especially when it's that wide. If you set to f5.6 - f/12, you won't have to worry very much about adjusting the ring focus. So, yes, I'd say the lens is a good value, unless you plan on doing a lot of fisheye work.
 
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jwstl

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Rokinon makes some very good lenses but all are manual lenses. I have the fisheye and the few times I've used it I've been pleased with the results. Their lenses for Nikon still cameras come in 2 versions: an AE version and the non AE version. The AE version has a chip that adds metering support and focus confirmation. So be sure to order the AE version if you want those features.


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Hawaianhamster

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Awesome! Thanks you guys, I've made sure to get the AE version and will be coming in June 28 or earlier. I guess that's it for lens buying from me, at least for awhile now that I got a fun and serious lens. :D
 
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Photo Joe

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Hawaianhamster said:
Awesome! Thanks you guys, I've made sure to get the AE version and will be coming in June 28 or earlier. I guess that's it for lens buying from me, at least for awhile now that I got a fun and serious lens. :D
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I said the same thing at one time, and somehow I found myself with more lenses than expected :)
 
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_AnGeL_

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I own the Rokinon Fisheye and I like it very much. Like everyone said it's a all manual lens, but as long as you have it set to f5.6 and above you can leave the focus ring alone. Here's an example of a picture I shot with it:

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