Lens · fisheye
Olympus OM Zuiko 8mm f/2.8 Fisheye
Olympus · from 1977
Discontinued35mm
Circular fisheye producing round images within the frame. Extreme creative lens. Olympus OM Zuiko 8mm f/2.8 Fisheye: 11 elements in 7 groups, 0.2m minimum focus, 640g.
- Focal length
- 8mm
- Max aperture
- f/2.8
- Mount
- Olympus OM
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 11 / 7
Known for
- Creative photography
- Specialty effects
Considerations
- Circular image
- Very specialized
- Built-in filters only
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)4, level 4 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast4, level 4 of 5
Flare resistance3, level 3 of 5
CA control3, level 3 of 5
Vignetting control3, level 3 of 5
Distortion control1, level 1 of 5
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Check for fungus
- Inspect aperture blades
Buying guide
Check aperture operation, focus smoothness and the condition of the glass and coatings.
Specifications
| Mount | Olympus OM |
| Focal Length | 8mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Min Focus | 0.2m |
| Weight | 640g |
Optical design
| Formula | other |
| Elements | 11 |
| Groups | 7 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £400 - £650
- Mint
- ~£850
Indicative, no dated source.