Rokinon

Rokinon RMC12-FX 12mm Fisheye Lens Fujifilm X-Mount

Name: Rokinon RMC12-FX 12mm Fisheye Lens Fujifilm X-Mount
Brand: Rokinon
SKU: RMC12-FX

f/7.4

Capture the World in a Unique PerspectiveThe Rokinon 12mm f/7.4 RMC Fisheye Lens is designed for Fujifilm X-mount cameras. This ultra-compact lens delivers a dramatic, frame-filling fisheye view at an affordable price. Made in Japan, it features multicoated optics, a durable chassis, and user-fri...

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Overview

Capture the World in a Unique Perspective

The Rokinon 12mm f/7.4 RMC Fisheye Lens is designed for Fujifilm X-mount cameras. This ultra-compact lens delivers a dramatic, frame-filling fisheye view at an affordable price. Made in Japan, it features multicoated optics, a durable chassis, and user-friendly design.

Specifications:

Focal Length: 12mm
Aperture: f/7.4
Mount: Fujifilm X Mount
Optics: 7 layer multicoated glass
Minimum Focus Distance: 12.0" (0.3m)
Chassis: Aluminum alloy
Hood: Built-in petal shaped lens hood

Bundle Includes:

Rokinon 12mm f/7.4 RMC Fisheye Lens for Fujifilm X Mount w/Lens Hood
Protective Lens Case
Spider Flex Tripod
Front & Rear Lens Cap
Cap Keeper

Key Features

This RMC 12mm F7.4 Fisheye Ultra Compact Lens is compatible with for Fuji X Cameras; comes with a 1-year Rokinon Seller Warranty & features a Fixed Aperture: f/7.4

This lens is dedicated to APS-C-sized Fujifilm X mount mirrorless digital cameras, and provides a 35mm-equivalent focal length of 18mm. It features an all-glass four-element-in-four-group construction, and is housed within a durable aluminum alloy lens barrel with rubberized focusing ring

Angle of view of 167 degree Diagonal Ultra Wide Angle Fisheye View helps to render unique perspectives and emphasize close-up subject matter. Benefitting the fisheye perspective of the lens is a 7-layer Rokinon Multi-Coating (RMC), which help to minimize surface reflections and lens flare for greater image contrast and color fidelity in a broad array of lighting conditions

Manual focusing design provides a minimum focusing distance of 11.8".

All-glass optical construction is housed within an aluminum alloy lens barrel featuring a built-in petal type lens hood; This bundle also contains : Soft & protective Lens Case, Spider Tripod, Cap Keeper

Specifications

Brand

Rokinon

Model

RMC12-FX

Focal Length

12mm

Lens Type

Fisheye

Mount Type

Fujifilm X-Mount

Aperture

Fixed F7.4

Angle of View

167 degrees Diagonal

Optical Construction

All-glass four-element-in-four-group

Lens Coating

7-layer Rokinon Multi-Coating (RMC)

Focus Type

Manual Focus

Minimum Focusing Distance

11.8 inches

Compatible Sensor Size

APS-C

Lens Barrel Material

Aluminum Alloy

Frequently Asked Questions

What cameras is the Rokinon RMC12-FX 12mm Fisheye Lens compatible with?

This lens is designed for use with Fuji X Cameras and is specifically compatible with APS-C-sized Fujifilm X mount mirrorless digital cameras.

Does this lens feature autofocus capabilities?

No, the Rokinon RMC12-FX 12mm Fisheye Lens has a manual focusing design, requiring the user to adjust focus manually.

What is the aperture of this lens?

The lens features a fixed aperture of f/7.4, which means the aperture cannot be adjusted by the user.

What is the angle of view provided by this fisheye lens?

This lens offers an ultra-wide 167-degree diagonal angle of view, which helps to create unique perspectives typical of fisheye lenses.

Is there any special coating on the lens elements?

Yes, the lens incorporates a 7-layer Rokinon Multi-Coating (RMC) to minimize surface reflections and lens flare, improving image contrast and color fidelity.

What is the minimum focusing distance of this lens?

The Rokinon RMC12-FX has a minimum focusing distance of 11.8 inches.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Designed with a 167-degree diagonal ultra-wide fisheye view, providing unique perspectives for creative photography.
Features a 7-layer Rokinon Multi-Coating (RMC) to reduce reflections and flare, enhancing image contrast and color fidelity.
Constructed with an all-glass four-element-in-four-group optical design, ensuring durability and clear image quality.
Housed within a robust aluminum alloy lens barrel with a rubberized focusing ring for comfortable and precise manual operation.
Includes a built-in petal-type lens hood to further minimize flare and offer physical protection to the front element.
Compatible specifically with Fuji X Cameras, offering a dedicated fit and 1-year Rokinon Seller Warranty.

👎 Cons

The lens features a fixed aperture of f/7.4, which limits its versatility in low-light conditions and depth-of-field control compared to variable aperture lenses.
It is a manual-focus-only lens, requiring users to adjust focus manually, which may be less convenient for fast-moving subjects or beginners.
Designed for APS-C-sized sensors, it may not deliver its intended focal length or angle of view when adapted to full-frame cameras.
The included bundle items like a "Spider Tripod" and "Cap Keeper" are accessories and not integral parts of the lens's core functionality or build quality.
With a minimum focusing distance of 11.8 inches, it may not be suitable for extreme close-up or macro photography applications.