Minolta AF Fish-Eye 16mm f/2.8

Summary

Originally produced by Minolta, and currently produced by Sony, the AF Fish-Eye 16mm, is a prime Fisheye lens compatible with cameras using the Minolta A-mount and Sony A-mount lens mounts. It is a full-frame fisheye lens with a 180° viewing angle.

Minolta AF Fish-Eye 16mm f/2.8
MakerMinolta, Sony
Technical data
Focal length16mm
Aperture (max/min)f/2.8-f/22
Close focus distance0.20m
Max. magnification1/1.6
Construction11 elements in 8 groups
Features
Ultrasonic motorNo No
Macro capableNo No
Unique featuresFisheye
Physical
Weight400g
Filter diameterIntegrated
Accessories
Lens hoodIntegrated Flower
Angle of view
Horizontal180°
History
Introduction1986
SuccessorMinolta version succeeded by Sony version in 2006
Retail info
MSRP1000 USD (as of 2006)

The front of the lens does not have a mount for filters. Rather a number of filters are built in: Normal, 056, B12, and either FLW (in older versions) or A12 (in newer versions). The filters are selected by a rotating dial on the body of the lens.

See also edit

Sources edit

  • Dyxum lens data

External links edit

  • Sony: 16mm F2.8 Fisheye Lens