Brightin Star Introduces Affordable 10mm F/5.6 II Fisheye for APS-C Cameras

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Last updated 05/15/2026

Brightin Star is continuing its push into affordable optics with the release of the new MF 10mm F/5.6 II fisheye lens. Designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras, the compact ultra-wide lens arrives with a very budget-friendly $75 price tag.

The new lens follows the recent launch of the company’s 7.5mm F/2.8 fisheye and gives photographers another low-cost option for experimenting with ultra-wide perspectives.

Compact Ultra-Wide Perspective

The 10mm focal length delivers an approximately 15mm full-frame equivalent field of view. Brightin Star positions the lens as an accessible option for landscapes, architecture, travel, and casual everyday photography.

The company says the lens is designed to help creatives “push your perspective further than before.” Like many fisheye lenses, it emphasizes exaggerated perspectives and dramatic compositions.

The second-generation 10mm F/5.6 II introduces several exterior refinements compared to the original version. Brightin Star says the lens now features a redesigned aperture ring and updated distance markings.

The revised focus scale is intended to make manual operation and zone focusing easier. Since the lens uses a very wide focal length and a slower F/5.6 aperture, achieving focus should be relatively straightforward for most shooting situations.

🌍 A wider world, now in your pocket

Introducing the new Brightin Star MF 10mm F5.6 II ✨

💰 Launch Price: $65.99 USD
⏳ Launch Period: May 15, 15:00 – May 25(GMT+8)#brightinstar#brightinstarlens#10mmlens#photography#upgrade#Hyperfocal#fisheyelens#ultrawide#upgrade pic.twitter.com/6VUeBeCpjn

— Brightin Star (@StarPr25106) May 15, 2026

Optical Design and Close Focusing

The optical construction uses 7 elements arranged in 5 groups. Brightin Star also included its IMC coating to help reduce flare and ghosting while improving clarity and color accuracy in backlit scenes.

The lens can focus as close as 0.2m, allowing photographers to create exaggerated foreground perspectives and dramatic close-up compositions.

Lightweight Everyday Lens

One of the biggest selling points of the 10mm F/5.6 II is its size. The Sony E-mount version measures only 32mm long and weighs just 132g.

That makes it easy to pair with compact APS-C mirrorless cameras for travel or everyday carry setups. The small footprint also makes it less intimidating for street photography or casual shooting.

Brightin Star also points out that fisheye distortion can easily be corrected in software like Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop. This effectively allows photographers to use the lens as both a fisheye and an ultra-wide rectilinear-style lens, depending on their editing workflow.

For many users, that flexibility adds even more value considering the very low entry price.

Pricing and Availability

The Brightin Star MF 10mm F/5.6 II fisheye lens is now available through the company’s online store and major retailers for $74.99. The lens is available on Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF-S, Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, and Micro Four Thirds mounts. 

Brightin Star is also offering an introductory launch discount, lowering the price to just $65.99 for a limited time.