Good fisheye lens Canon?

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Haven't tried any fisheye lenses, but quite fancy given it a go so looking for some recommendations on a reasonable lens for Canon ff? Not tried fisheyes before so don't want to spend a fortune until I see whether I like it or not so looking to spend under £400, and happy to look secondhand.

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I'm on Nikon but FF so can help a bit. I use a Sigma 8mm fisheye, which gives a circular image and 180° coverage. They do pop up 2nd hand from time to time - I was fortunate enough to find mine in the classifieds here for £200 or so but expect they're more than that now.
 
You could consider a zenitar fisheye for a really cheap introduction. Manual focus but that hardly matters with a fish as everything is in focus once you stop down slightly. Solid build and decent IQ. All for about £100.
 
Thanks folks. I have had a look at some of the really cheap lenses, but concerned IQ may put me off. Did see a Sigma 15mm going for around 400 on ebay last week, but doesn't look to be a load around. I'd primarily want to use for inside buildings, tube stations etc, so thought a 2.8 might be better for the lower light?
 
I know people who have claimed to be able to use the tokina 10-17mm between the 15-17mm range successfully. Just check the mirror won't catch the lens. It'll be available used for under £300.

However, most people who I've spoken to about the sigma 15mm claim its a very good lens in all respects other than controlling flare when shot towards the sun
 
michael23 said:
Samyang 8mm fisheye is a very nice lens, might be worth a look.
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I was going to say the very same thing. They seem popular, decent price too.
 
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