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REVIEW: 7Artisans AF 10mm F2.5 MAX – Fisheye FF

Introduction

In the last 12 months, I have tested several 7Artisans AF lenses, and I have been pleasantly surprised every time. Most recently, I tested their amazing 135mm f/1.8 MAX.

Now, 7Artisans has introduced the second lens in its MAX series: a 10mm f/2.5 fisheye. It has at least three advantages over the fisheye lenses we have tested before: it offers autofocus, a slightly faster maximum aperture of f/2.5, and an even wider 185° angle of view.

Let’s see if this MAX lens is just as good as its sibling, the 135mm f/1.8 MAX.

camera-icon2I tested this lens on a 46 Mp Nikon Z7ii (Sample images were taken with a Nikon Zf)
You can see this review as a YouTube video here!
Sample images in high resolution here.

Disclosure

7Artisans kindly provided this lens for testing and review purposes.

Sample Images

Nikon Zf | 7Artisans 10mm f/2.5 Fisheye | f/3.2
Nikon Zf | 7Artisans 10mm f/2.5 Fisheye | f/2.5
Nikon Zf | 7Artisans 10mm f/2.5 Fisheye | f/3.2
Nikon Zf | 7Artisans 10mm f/2.5 Fisheye | f/8
Nikon Zf | 7Artisans 10mm f/2.5 Fisheye | f/2.5
Nikon Zf | 7Artisans 10mm f/2.5 Fisheye | f/7.1

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Review: 7Artisans 40mm 2.5 AF

Introduction

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7Artisans 40mm 2.5 AF on Sony A7rII

After the Sony FE 40mm 2.5 G and the TTArtisan 40mm 2.0 AF we now have a third compact 40mm lens with AF: the 7Artisans 40mm 2.5 AF. Let’s find out in this review how it compares to its competitors.

Sample Images

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Sony A7III | 7Artisans 40mm 2.5 AF | f/2.5
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Sony A7III | 7Artisans 40mm 2.5 AF | f/2.5
7artisans 7 artisans 40mm 2.5 fe af sony 42mp 61mp a7rii a7riv a7riii a1 a9iii a7rv review resolution sharpness contrast bokeh vignetting coma
Sony A7III | 7Artisans 40mm 2.5 AF | f/2.5
7artisans 7 artisans 40mm 2.5 fe af sony 42mp 61mp a7rii a7riv a7riii a1 a9iii a7rv review resolution sharpness contrast bokeh vignetting coma
Sony A7III | 7Artisans 40mm 2.5 AF | f/2.5
7artisans 7 artisans 40mm 2.5 fe af sony 42mp 61mp a7rii a7riv a7riii a1 a9iii a7rv review resolution sharpness contrast bokeh vignetting coma
Sony A7III | 7Artisans 40mm 2.5 AF | f/5.6
7artisans 7 artisans 40mm 2.5 fe af sony 42mp 61mp a7rii a7riv a7riii a1 a9iii a7rv review resolution sharpness contrast bokeh vignetting coma
Sony A7III | 7Artisans 40mm 2.5 AF | f/2.5
7artisans 7 artisans 40mm 2.5 fe af sony 42mp 61mp a7rii a7riv a7riii a1 a9iii a7rv review resolution sharpness contrast bokeh vignetting coma
Sony A7III | 7Artisans 40mm 2.5 AF | f/2.5
7artisans 7 artisans 40mm 2.5 fe af sony 42mp 61mp a7rii a7riv a7riii a1 a9iii a7rv review resolution sharpness contrast bokeh vignetting coma
Sony A7III | 7Artisans 40mm 2.5 AF | f/2.5

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Review: 7Artisans 75mm 1.25 II

Introduction

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7Artisans 75mm 1.25 II on Leica M10

Released in 2019, the 7Artisans 75mm 1.25 was actually one of my favorite 7Artisans lenses so far, especially due to its nice bokeh rendering. Now the 7Artisans are back with this improved and at the same time lighter 75mm 1.25 II. Let’s find out in this review what has changed compared to the predecessor and what the pictures taken with this unusually fast 75mm lens look like!

Sample Images

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Leica M10 | 7Artisans 75mm 1.25 II | f/1.25
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Leica M10 | 7Artisans 75mm 1.25 II | f/1.25
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Leica M10 | 7Artisans 75mm 1.25 II | f/1.25
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Leica M10 | 7Artisans 75mm 1.25 II | f/1.25
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Sony A7III | 7Artisans 75mm 1.25 II | f/1.25
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Sony A7III | 7Artisans 75mm 1.25 II | f/1.25
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Sony A7III | 7Artisans 75mm 1.25 II | f/2.0

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REVIEW: 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8

Introduction

In this review, I’m looking at the 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8. This focal length works well for landscapes, travel, and street photography. It’s wide enough to capture broad scenes without making compositions overly difficult, and with an f/1.8 maximum aperture, it still allows for pleasing background blur and subject separation at practical shooting distances. Let’s see how it performs.

camera-icon2I tested this lens on a 46 Mp Nikon Z7ii (Sample images were taken with a Nikon Zf )
You can see this review as a YouTube video here!
Sample images in high resolution here.

Sample Images

Nikon Zf | 7Artisans AF 24mm F/1.8 | f/8
Nikon Zf | 7Artisans AF 24mm F/1.8 | f/1.8
Nikon Zf | 7Artisans AF 24mm F/1.8 | f/1.8
Nikon Zf | 7Artisans AF 24mm F/1.8 | f/1.8
Nikon Zf | 7Artisans AF 24mm F/1.8 | f/8
Nikon Zf | 7Artisans AF 24mm F/1.8 | f/1.8

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REVIEW: 7Artisans AF 10mm f/2.8 (APS-C)

Introduction

Just two years ago, finding a true ultra wide-angle prime for APS-C cameras felt like chasing a unicorn. But that’s changed fast. A wave of new releases—many from Chinese lens makers—has opened up a lot of new options for APS-C shooters. Now, 7Artisans joins the mix with its 10mm f/2.8, a lens that promises a lot for its price. Can it really stand out in this crowded new field? Let’s find out.

camera-icon2I tested this lens on a Nikon Zfc.
You can see this review as a YouTube video here!
Sample images in high resolution here.

Sample Images

Nikon Zf | 7Artisans AF 24mm F/1.8 | f/5
Nikon Zf | 7Artisans AF 24mm F/1.8 | f/4Nikon Zfc | 7Artisans AF 10mm F/2.8 | f/13
Nikon Zfc | 7Artisans AF 10mm F/2.8 | f/5
Nikon Zfc | 7Artisans AF 10mm F/2.8 | f/11
Nikon Zfc | 7Artisans AF 10mm F/2.8 | f/11
Nikon Zfc | 7Artisans AF 10mm F/2.8 | f/8

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