Nikon AF Fisheye-Nikkor 16mm f/2.8D vs Rokinon 16mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Rokinon
16mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS
Verdict at a glance
- Rokinon 16mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS is faster by 1 stop (f/2.0 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | AF Fisheye-Nikkor 16mm f/2.8D | 16mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Rokinon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Fisheye | Prime |
| Focal length | 16mm | 16mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.0 (faster) |
| Released | 1993 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 5 | 11 |
| Af motor | none | n/a |
| Elements | 8 | 13 |
| Weight g | 290.0 | n/a |
| Length mm | 57.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 63.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.25 | 0.2 (closer focusing) |
| Filter mm | n/a | 77 |
Nikon AF Fisheye-Nikkor 16mm f/2.8D
A full-frame fisheye that fills the frame with a 180-degree diagonal view. It uses screw-drive autofocus and has a built-in hood and no front filter thread.
Pros
- Full-frame 180-degree diagonal view
- Compact
- Close focus to 0.25m
Cons
- No front filter thread
- Screw-drive autofocus
- Strong fisheye distortion
Rokinon 16mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS
A 16mm f/2.0 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Rokinon 16mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, with extra-low dispersion glass and aspherical elements. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.