Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm
Brightin Star
52 Overall Score
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Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
Canon
86 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm
82 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
This budget fisheye lens is a hit with hobbyists who love its wide field of view and solid metal build, though it requires manual focus and struggles in low light. Most users find it excellent value for under $60, praising center sharpness and fun factor, but note the flimsy metal lens cap and edge softness. A few verified buyers reported compatibility issues or returned units, but the overwhelming sentiment is positive for the price.
Pros
- Excellent center sharpness
- Solid all-metal construction
- Great value for under $60
- Very wide 172° field of view
- Fun and creative photography
Cons
- Flimsy metal lens cap slips off
- Edge softness and corner blur
- Poor low-light performance
- Requires manual focus
- Compatibility issues with some mounts
Build quality 8
Value for money 7
Image quality 9
Lens cap 3
Low light performance 3
Manual focus 4
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
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Scores
Macro
Budget
Portrait
Video Cinema
Street
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Professional
Landscape
Specifications
| Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm | Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | fisheye | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 8 mm | 15 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 8 mm | 45 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 3 |
| Groups | 9 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 2★ | — |
| Coating | — | Canon coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-6.3 |
| Constant | — | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 5★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Canon EF-M |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.46 kg |
| Filter Thread | — | 49 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 3.5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm | 45 mm★ |
Pros & Cons
Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm
- Strong macro (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Strong build (72nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
- Strong macro (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Verdict
Winner: Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 20 specs.