Name: Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye
Brand: Samyang

Technical Specifications of Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye

Overall score

7.0

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera lens.

When it matters: When you want to see which camera lenses attract the most buyer attention and review activity.

Mount & Format

1.0

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Lens type

What it is: The optical category that indicates whether the lens is a prime, zoom, macro, fisheye, or another design.

When it matters: When you are choosing between a prime, zoom, macro, or specialty lens for the kind of subjects you shoot.

Importance: LOW

fisheye

Lens mount

What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which cameras the lens can be attached to.

When it matters: When camera compatibility and access to the right lens ecosystem are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Micro Four Thirds

Sensor format coverage

What it is: The largest sensor size the lens is designed to cover without severe vignetting.

When it matters: When you need the lens to fully cover your camera sensor without heavy corner darkening.

Importance: LOW

Micro Four Thirds

Filter thread size

What it is: The diameter of the front filter thread used for screw-in filters and compatible accessories.

When it matters: When you plan to use screw-in filters such as polarizers, ND filters, or protective glass.

Importance: LOW

Teleconverter compatibility

What it is: Whether the lens can be used with compatible teleconverters to extend focal length.

When it matters: When you want to extend reach for wildlife or sports without changing to a different long lens.

Importance: HIGH

Optics & Aperture

7.9

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Minimum focal length

What it is: The shortest focal length the lens can provide, which determines its widest framing.

When it matters: When wide framing matters for landscapes, interiors, architecture, or travel shots.

Importance: LOW

7.5 mm

Maximum focal length

What it is: The longest focal length the lens can reach, which determines its telephoto reach.

When it matters: When you need more reach for wildlife, sports, stage events, or distant details.

Importance: LOW

7.5 mm

Optical zoom

What it is: The ratio between the longest and shortest focal lengths available in the lens zoom range.

When it matters: When you want one lens to cover a broader range of compositions without swapping glass.

Importance: LOW

Maximum angle of view

What it is: The widest scene the lens can capture at its shortest focal length.

When it matters: When you need to fit more of a room, skyline, or landscape into the frame.

Importance: LOW

180 °

Minimum angle of view

What it is: The narrowest scene the lens captures at its longest focal length.

When it matters: When you want tighter framing on faraway subjects without moving closer.

Importance: LOW

180 °

Focus & Controls

6.5

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Focus motor

What it is: The autofocus drive system responsible for moving lens elements into focus.

When it matters: When fast, quiet autofocus matters for video, wildlife, street shots, or moving subjects.

Importance: LOW

N/A

Minimum focus distance

What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.

When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Maximum reproduction ratio

What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.

When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.

Importance: MEDIUM

Full-time manual focus

What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.

When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.

Importance: HIGH

Internal focusing

What it is: A focusing design in which internal elements move while the outer barrel length stays unchanged.

When it matters: When you use polarizers, gimbals, or close-up setups that benefit from a lens that does not extend while focusing.

Importance: HIGH

Stabilization

4.2

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Optical image stabilization

What it is: A hardware system that shifts optical elements to counteract camera shake and reduce blur.

When it matters: When you want steadier handheld shots and less blur, especially in low light or at longer focal lengths.

Importance: HIGH

Stabilization effectiveness (CIPA stops)

What it is: The rated stabilizer benefit, measured in stops, under CIPA testing standards.

When it matters: When you are comparing stabilized lenses and want to know how much handheld shutter-speed advantage they offer.

Importance: HIGH

Build & Handling

6.8

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Weight

What it is: The total mass of the lens, affecting portability and handling balance on the camera body.

When it matters: When you carry a lens all day for travel, hiking, or event coverage and want to keep your kit manageable.

Importance: HIGH

Lens length

What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.

When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.

Importance: HIGH

Lens diameter

What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.

When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Weather sealing (splashproof)

What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.

When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.

Importance: HIGH

Metal mount

What it is: A lens mount made of metal rather than plastic for greater durability at the camera connection point.

When it matters: When durability matters because you change lenses often or use heavier gear for work.

Importance: HIGH

Lab Scores

9.0

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DxOMark overall score

What it is: The combined DxOMark lens rating based on lab-tested optical performance.

When it matters: When you want a quick lab-based summary of overall optical performance before comparing lenses in detail.

Importance: HIGH

DxOMark sharpness score

What it is: The DxOMark subscore that reflects how much detail the lens can resolve across the frame.

When it matters: When fine detail matters for landscapes, product work, or high-resolution cameras.

Importance: HIGH

DxOMark transmission

What it is: The measured light transmission of the lens, expressed as T-stop rather than nominal f-number.

When it matters: When real light loss matters for exposure consistency in studio, cinema, or mixed-lens shoots.

Importance: MEDIUM

DxOMark distortion

What it is: The DxOMark metric that measures how much the lens bends straight lines away from their true shape.

When it matters: When straight lines matter in architecture, interiors, copy work, or product photography.

Importance: MEDIUM

DxOMark vignetting

What it is: The DxOMark measurement of corner darkening relative to the center of the image.

When it matters: When even corner brightness matters for skies, studio backdrops, or clean product shots.

Importance: MEDIUM

Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye vs the average camera lens

Why is Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye better than the average camera lens?

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Has aperture ring
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
De-clicked aperture ring.
What it is: A dedicated ring on the lens used to control the aperture directly.
When it matters: When you want direct tactile control over exposure while shooting photos or video.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
Has de-clickable aperture ring
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
De-clickable aperture ring.
What it is: An aperture ring that can switch from stepped clicks to smooth rotation for video work.
When it matters: When you shoot video and need smooth aperture changes without audible or visible click steps.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
330.4 g lighter
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye is lighter than the average camera lens (195 g vs 525.4 g). The average lens weighs 525.4 g.
What it is: The total mass of the lens, affecting portability and handling balance on the camera body.
When it matters: When you carry a lens all day for travel, hiking, or event coverage and want to keep your kit manageable.
Importance: HIGH
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye is lighter than the average camera lens (195 g vs 525.4 g). The average lens weighs 525.4 g.195 g vs 525.4 g
Has focus distance scale
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
What it is: A marked scale that shows the approximate focus distance set on the lens.
When it matters: When you pre-focus manually for street, zone focusing, or repeatable tripod setups.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
43.7 mm shorter lens
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye is shorter than the average camera lens (48.3 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.
When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.
Importance: HIGH
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye is shorter than the average camera lens (48.3 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.48.3 mm vs 92 mm
17 mm narrower lens barrel
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye is slimmer than the average camera lens (60 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.
When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye is slimmer than the average camera lens (60 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.60 mm vs 77 mm
0.21 m shorter minimum focus distance
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.
When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.0.09 m vs 0.3 m
1 more low-dispersion elements
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has more low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (3 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.
What it is: Optical elements designed to reduce color fringing by controlling how different wavelengths focus.
When it matters: When you want cleaner edges and less color fringing in high-contrast scenes.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has more low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (3 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.3 vs 2
1 more low-dispersion elements
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has more low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (3 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.
Has aperture ring
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
Has de-clickable aperture ring
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
Has focus distance scale
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
0.21 m shorter minimum focus distance
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
330.4 g lighter
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye is lighter than the average camera lens (195 g vs 525.4 g). The average lens weighs 525.4 g.
43.7 mm shorter lens
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye is shorter than the average camera lens (48.3 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
17 mm narrower lens barrel
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye is slimmer than the average camera lens (60 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.

Why is Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye worse than the average camera lens?

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3 fewer aperture blades
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (6 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
1 higher f-number at telephoto end
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/3.8 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
1 fewer aspherical elements
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (1 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
No full-time manual focus
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
Not weather-sealed
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
Fixed lens hood
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye does not include a reversible lens hood, the average camera lens does. 79.6% of camera lenses include a reversible lens hood.
Not weather-sealed
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.
When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.
Importance: HIGH
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
3 fewer aperture blades
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (6 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
What it is: The number of diaphragm blades that shape the aperture opening and influence blur rendering.
When it matters: When the look of out-of-focus highlights matters in portraits, close-ups, or cinematic video.
Importance: HIGH
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (6 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.6 vs 9
No full-time manual focus
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.
When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.
Importance: HIGH
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
1 higher f-number at telephoto end
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/3.8 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
What it is: The widest aperture available at the long end of the zoom range, affecting light intake and background blur.
When it matters: When you shoot at the long end in low light or want stronger background blur for portraits and sports.
Importance: HIGH
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/3.8 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.3.8 vs 2.8
Fixed lens hood
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye does not include a reversible lens hood, the average camera lens does. 79.6% of camera lenses include a reversible lens hood.
What it is: A hood design that can be mounted backward on the lens for more compact storage.
When it matters: When compact packing matters and you want the hood stored neatly on the lens.
Importance: LOW
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye does not include a reversible lens hood, the average camera lens does. 79.6% of camera lenses include a reversible lens hood.
1 fewer aspherical elements
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (1 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
What it is: Specially shaped lens elements used to reduce distortion and improve sharpness with fewer optical compromises.
When it matters: When edge sharpness and lower distortion matter in wide-angle, travel, or everyday shooting.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (1 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.1 vs 2
13.6% lower user score
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a lower user score than the average camera lens (7.12 vs 8.091).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera lens.
When it matters: When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye has a lower user score than the average camera lens (7.12 vs 8.091).7.12 vs 8.09
2.4x less popular
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye is less popular than the average camera lens (2.66 vs 6.383).
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera lens.
When it matters: When you want to see which camera lenses attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye is less popular than the average camera lens (2.66 vs 6.383).2.66 vs 6.38

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(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

What customers like about Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye?

Extremely compact and lightweight design, ideal for Micro Four Thirds
Excellent, sharp image quality with low chromatic aberration
Wide 180-degree diagonal angle of view, perfect for immersive shots
Solid build quality with smooth, dampened focus ring
Great value for money as a cine-modded lens

What customers dislike about Samyang 7 5mm T3 8 Cine UMC Fisheye?

Fully manual lens (no autofocus, no camera-controlled aperture, no EXIF data)
Compact size can make it easy to accidentally turn the focus ring
Bulbous front element makes it impossible to use standard filters
Extremely wide angle can lead to unintended objects in the frame
Fisheye perspective (barrel distortion) may not be suitable for all types of photography

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