7Artisans MF 6mm f/2 Fisheye
7Artisans · 6 mm · f/2
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What We Like
+Exceptional 220° diagonal field of view - among the widest APS-C fisheye lenses available
+Fast f/2 maximum aperture for superior low-light and astrophotography performance
+Robust all-metal construction with professional build quality and durable tactile controls
+Ultra-close 0.1m minimum focus distance enables creative macro-style perspectives
+Affordable at $179-$199 price point for class-leading specs
+Available in five mount options for broad camera compatibility
Worth Knowing
−Manual focus only - requires deliberate composition and hand-on operation
−Non-threaded bulging front element prevents filter use and requires careful handling
−Extreme distortion and field of view make it a specialized tool, not universally applicable
−Corner softness at maximum aperture, though improves when stopped down to f/4-f/5.6
General | |
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About This LensThe 7Artisans MF 6mm f/2 Fisheye is an exceptionally affordable manual-focus ultra-wide lens delivering an impressive 220° diagonal field of view—wider than most traditional fisheyes—paired with a fast f/2 aperture ideal for low-light and astrophotography work. Built with a premium all-metal body and robust clicked controls, it excels for creative close-up work, tight interiors, and bold experimental compositions, though its extreme distortion and manual focus operation make it a specialized tool best suited to intentional, deliberate shooting rather than everyday use. | |
| Brand | 7Artisans |
| Release Year | 2025 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Micro Four Thirds |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Micro Four Thirds |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  APS-C |
Physical | |
| Lens Weight | 418 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 69 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 76 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. | No |
Optics | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 6 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 2 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 220° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 19.25 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Manual |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 9020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups | No |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 10 cm01500 |
| Autofocus Mode | No |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. | No |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood |  Yes |
| Lens Hood Type |  Petal |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 10 |
| Groups | 8 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 0 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 2 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. | No |