After renting this lens last year to use during our annual beach vacation, I fell in love with it. As our trip approaches this year, I knew I wanted to take it with me again, but didn't feel that renting it every year would be the best financial decision.

AF Fisheye-Nikkor 16mm f/2.8D All of my lens test/comparisons were performed on a Nikon D2x (reduced frame, 1.5x 12.2MP CMOS sensor). The camera was set to mirror lock-up, mounted on a tripod and fired with the MC-30 cable release.

I really like the modest fisheye FUNK this lens gives when mounted on a 1.5x sensor DSLR

I don't really have any Cons

"Just bought my D3000 few days ago and did not have the oppertunity to take the workshop prior to the Air Show this past weekend. Now I have a better understanding of my camera far beyond the manual. Thanks to the instructor in giving a great lesson and look forward in future classes.

If you are looking for a unique perspective for your full frame Nikon DSLR then look no further than this classic lens. This 180 degree diagonal fisheye lens will create amazing images that no other lens can achieve.

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Consistent Output; Durable; Easily Interchangeable; Fast / accurate auto-focus; Rugged; Strong Construction

Heavy

I specifically bought this to get a super-wide angle of view that practically "swallows" the entire scene in front, and that's exactly what it does. The heavy distortion is part of the design, making this lens highly specialized and not for "general" use.

Super-wide view; versatile for low light shooting

Older lens design - I'd argue it could be priced lower

Great lens for shots with a difference

Good quality lens for creative shots with a difference

Price

I didn't like this lens on D2x. The definition is not enough for a print photo. But with my D700 the 16mm fisheye is fantastic! I don't see any cromatic aberration, nor flare (and the flare's critic in a lot of conditions), and the definition is high from f4.

no flare; no CA

actually none; only a little distorsion :-

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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,...