Meike 6.5mm Lens
Jun 9, 2017 07:20:26 #
I just got this Meike 6.5mm f/2.0 fisheye lens - completely manual. I took a few quick shots with the Sony A6000. I'll be busy for the next week or more, but I'll try to post more. It gives a circular image, which isn't always what you want, but it is something different. For $150, it was worth the wait for it to arrive from China.
Jun 9, 2017 07:23:55 #
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Jun 9, 2017 07:29:12 #
I have a similar lens from Samyang, it has a horrendous depth of field. Makes my D90 almost a point and shoot!
Jun 9, 2017 07:31:46 #
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Jun 9, 2017 07:38:15 #
rmm0605 wrote:
You managed to keep your feet out of the frame. Enjoy your new toy!!
Yes, but I had to be within inches of the subject. I'll have to experiment with this lens. Focus seems to be impossible. Fortunately, the Sony show the exposure as I turn the aperture ding, so I can get the exposure right.
Jun 9, 2017 07:53:15 #
That's what you call a stretch. You should get some interesting shots with it, have fun Jerry!
Jun 9, 2017 07:58:30 #
This looks like a challenging lens but a very interesting one. I like the second shot in particular and look forward to seeing more. Have fun.
Jun 9, 2017 10:06:01 #
I have the Rokinon 8mm which looks sharper on the edges, but is not as wide an angle. The Meike also seems to focus closer? Just looked it up - Meike minimum is 5mm, while the Roki is 12". I may be looking for one of those.
The Rokinon is great for wedding parties. You can add a flash, point the flash up at the ceiling, set the focus to about 3 feet, f stop to 8 and shoot without worries and get everything in focus. Gives a wild perspective too.
The Rokinon is great for wedding parties. You can add a flash, point the flash up at the ceiling, set the focus to about 3 feet, f stop to 8 and shoot without worries and get everything in focus. Gives a wild perspective too.
Jun 9, 2017 10:41:05 #
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