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Rokinon 10mm ED AS Ultra Wide Angle Lens Canon Instruction Manual

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About Rokinon

Rokinon is a brand known for manufacturing camera lenses and other optical equipment. It is part of the Samyang Optics Company, which is a South Korean optical equipment manufacturer. Rokinon lenses are often praised for their affordability and good optical quality, making them a popular choice among photographers and videographers, especially those on a budget.

Thank you for purchasing the f=10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS CS lens. We believe that you will have a special photographic experience with the 10mm F2.8
EDAS NCS CS lens.

Advantages of the 10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS CS lens.

  1. Image size of the digital APS-C (1:1.5x)
  2. It compensates for aberrations by using a complex aspherical lens and, at the fully opened position, produces a high resolution and a high contrast at the center of the lens as well as around the periphery.
  3. The non-detachable petal-type hood and UMC (Ultra Multi Coating) design suppresses flaring and ghost images.
  4. High-strength aluminum body with robust durability
  5. Nano-coating system (Nano coating system, NCS) of the ultra-low reflection
    coating for the best picture quality.

This product is designed with its own mount so you can easily take photographs by mounting the lens directly onto the camera, without installing an additional adaptor.

Component NamesRokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-1

  1. Mount 
  2. Aperture adjustment ring
  3. Reference line
  4. Distance scale
  5. Focusing ring
  6. Hood
  7. CPU (Electronic Contacts)
  8. Red ring

Attaching and Detaching

The 10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS CS lens mount is uniquely designed for Canon, Nikon (Fujifilm) F, Pentax (Samsung GX) K, Sony a (Minolta), Canon M, Sony E, Fujifilm X, Samsung NX, Four Thirds, and Micro Four Thirds cameras.

[Attaching]

Hold the lens hood gently and align the camera mount attachment point with the attachment reference point or line on the lens. Push the lens into the camera and gently rotate the lens in the attachment direction until it makes a clicking sound.

[Detaching]

Hold the lens hood gently and press the lens release button on the camera. Turn the lens in the opposite direction of the attaching direction to detach the lens.

Focus Adjustment

You can adjust the focus by turning the focusing ring when using the 10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS CS lens, as it is a Manual Focus (MF) adjustment lens.

[ Nikon (Fujifilm) F / Pentax (Samsung GX) K Mount]

  1. To change the focus from a subject that is far away to a subject that is close, turn the focusing ring to the left (∞ to 0.24 m) and focus on the clearest subject by using the indication signal on the camera, or by checking visually.
  2. To change the focus from a subject that is close to a subject that is far away, turn the focusing ring to the right (0.24 m to ∞) and focus on the clearest subject by using the indication signal on the camera, or by checking visually.

[Sony E/ Canon, Canon M/ FT, MFT / Samsung NX Mount]

  1. To change the focus from a subject that is far away to a subject that is close, turn the focusing ring to the right (∞ to 0.24 m) and focus on the clearest subject by using the indication signal on the camera, or by checking visually.
  2. To change the focus from a subject that is close to a subject that is far away, turn the focusing ring to the left (0.24 m to ∞) and focus on the clearest subject by using the indication signal on the camera, or by checking visually.

Brightness Control

You can set the depth of field and brightness by turning the aperture adjustment ring when using the 10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS CS lens The F numbers can be set from 2.8 to 22.

About Photography

The 10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS CS lens is a wide-angle lens and captures a vivid wide angle of view by minimizing image distortion. You can capture extensive panoramas, which is very useful for landscape shooting.

Camera Settings

Some cameras require special settings when using this lens.

Canon Mount

The diaphragm of the 10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS CS Canon mount is not compatible with the camera.

If the brightness is set to F8 or above, you may not be able to set the correct focus due to difficulty in viewing the subject through the camera viewfinder. Turn the aperture adjustment ring so it is fully open when attaching the lens to the camera, and then set the depth of field and brightness you want prior to shooting.

  1. Set the camera mode dial to M.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-2
  2. Adjust the shutter speed to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-3

* For some Canon cameras, if you set the camera mode dial to Av and set the brightness by turning the aperture adjustment ring on the lens, the camera automatically changes the shutter speed. Therefore you don’t need to adjust the shutter speed as well, which is required in M mode.

(The procedures above are for the 40D. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera instruction manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

Nikon (Fujifilm) Mount

Your Nikon mount has electronic contacts that allow it to communicate with Nikon AF cameras. These contacts enable the A, S, and P modes of the camera. When a subject is correctly in focus, the camera emits a beep or an indicator light comes on.

Pentax (Samsung GX) K Mount

The 10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS CS Pentax (Samsung GX) K Mount supports Av mode.

  1. Align the A mode indicator to the distance scale indicator mark by pressing the button on the aperture adjustment ring of the lens.
  2. Set the mode dial of the camera to Av.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-4
  3. Set the focus adjustment lever of the camera to MF.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-5
  4. Camera Settings
    The user sets the menu. Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-6 The aperture ring is used. Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-6 Not allowed.
  5. Adjust the brightness by turning the dial at the back of the camera.

(The procedures above are for the K20D. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera instruction manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

Sony (Minolta) α Mount

The diaphragm of the 10mm F2.8EDAS NCS CS Sony (Minolta) mount is not compatible with the camera. If the brightness is set to F8 or above, you may not be able to set the correct focus due to difficulty in viewing the subject through the camera viewfinder. Turn the aperture adjustment ring so it is fully open when attaching the lens to the camera, and then set the depth of field and brightness you want prior to shooting.

  1. Set the camera mode dial to M.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-7
  2. Set the focus adjustment lever of the camera to MF.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-8
  3. Adjust the shutter speed to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness.

(The procedures above are for the a350. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera instruction manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

Konica Minolta (Minolta), DYNA Series Cameras

If this lens is used on some Konica Minolta (Minolta) or DYNA series cameras, the release lock function (misuse prevention function) of the camera must be disabled. It is required to disable the release lock function only on the first use, as below.

Disabling the release lock function

  1. Set the main switch of the camera to OFF.
  2. Detach the lens from the camera body and set the main switch of the camera to ON by pressing the following two buttons.

9xi — function button + AE lock button                     303si — AV button + self mode button
7xi — function button + AE lock button                     303si SUPER — drive button + spot button
5xi — function button + spot button                          101si — self-timer button + flash button
3xi — Modification is required at a service center.      360si — self-timer continuous shooting button + screen select button 
807si — AEL button + shooting scene select button  a-Sweet — self-timer continuous shooting button + spot button
707si — card button + spot button                             a-Sweet S — (set the function dial to multilight exposure) 
507si — lens exchange button + ISO lock button                             P button + self-timer button
DYNAX3L — shooting scene selects button+button  DYNAX30 — self-timer button + turn the left dial on the main body away from OFF.

a-Sweet Il, Il L — Set the camera to custom function 14 and change the selection number from 1 to 2 (N.A).


a-7, -9, -Ti — Set the camera to custom function 16 and change the selection number from 1 to 2 (N.A).


a-Sweet digital — Execute the following operation.


MENU => *2 => Release lock without the lens => To the right => N.A. => Execute => MENU
a-7 Digital – Execute the following operation.


MENU => *3 => Release lock without the lens => To the right => N.A. => Execute => MENU

* If the release lock is disengaged in the above way, the state of disengagement is maintained even though the main switch is turned off. If you want to enable the release lock function, perform the above procedure again.

(The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the camera model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera instruction manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

Mirrorless Cameras (Canon M, Samsung NX, Sony E, Fujifilm X)

The diaphragms of the 10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS CS Canon M, Samsung NX, Sony E, and Fujifilm X mounts are not compatible with the cameras. If the brightness is set to F8 or above, you may not be able to set the correct focus due to difficulty in viewing the subject through the camera viewfinder. Turn the aperture adjustment ring so it is fully open when attaching the lens to the camera, and then set the depth of field and brightness you want prior to shooting.

[ Canon M Mount]

  1. Set the exposure to manual exposure (M) and change the focus mode to MF.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-9

(The procedures above are for the Canon M. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the camera model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera instruction manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

[ FUJIFILM X Mount }

  1. Set the focus mode to M.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-10
  2. Press the MENU/OK button, and select ON at ‘Shoot without lens’ in the shooting menu.

(The procedures above are for the X-Pro1. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the camera model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera instruction manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

[ Samsung NX Mount ]

  1. Set the camera mode dial to M.
  2. Adjust the shutter speed by turning the dial to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-11

* For some Samsung NX cameras, if you set the camera mode dial to A and set the brightness by turning the aperture adjustment ring on the lens, the camera automatically changes the shutter speed. Therefore you don’t need to adjust the shutter speed as well, which is required in M mode.

(The procedures above are for the NX200. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the camera model or due to a functional upgrade. Therefore refer to the camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

[ Sony E Mount ]

  1. Set the camera mode dial to M.
  2. Adjust the shutter speed by turning the dial to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-12
  3. For some Sony E cameras, if you set the camera mode dial to A and set the brightness by turning the aperture adjustment ring on the lens, the camera automatically changes the shutter speed. Therefore you don’t need to adjust the shutter speed as well, which is required in M mode.

(The procedures above are for the NEX-5. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

Four Thirds, Micro Four Thirds

The diaphragms of the 10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS CS Four Thirds and Micro Four Thirds mounts are not compatible with the cameras. If the brightness is set to F8 or above, you may not be able to set the correct focus due to difficulty in viewing the subject through the camera viewfinder. Turn the aperture adjustment ring so it is fully open when attaching the lens to the camera, and then set the depth of field and brightness you want prior to shooting.

[Four-Thirds Mount ]

  1. Hold down the MODE button and turn the dial until it is set to M. (Shooting conditions) MODE + control dial Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-6 M mode setting (manual shooting)Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-13
  2. Hold down the AF button and turn the dial until it is set to MF. (Focusing) AF + control dial Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-6 MF setting (manual focusing)Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-14
  3. Adjust the shutter speed to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness by turning the dial.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-15

(The procedures above are for the Olympus E-3. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary oased on the camera model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera manual or contact he camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

[ Micro Four Thirds Mount ]

  1. Set the camera mode dial to M.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-16
  2. Adjust the shutter speed by turning the dial to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness.Rokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-17

* For some Olympus (MFT) and Panasonic (MFT) cameras, if you set the camera mode dial to A and set the brightness by turning the aperture adjustment ring on the lens, the camera automatically changes the shutter speed. Therefore you don’t need to adjust the shutter speed as well, which is required in M mode.

(The procedures above are for the E-P2. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the camera model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

SpecificationsRokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-18

TroubleshootingRokinon-10mm-ED-AS-Ultra-Wide-Angle-Lens-Canon-Instruction-Manual-19

Safety Precautions

WARNING!

Do not allow this product to get wet, or expose it to a moist environment. It may cause a fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

  • Do not use this product or store it close to devices that generate heat i.e., heaters, thermal regulators, stoves, and stereo amplifiers.
  • Do not expose the lens to drastic temperature changes.
  • Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand, or let it come into contact with sharp objects. 
  • Do not drop the lens.
  • Do not soak the lens in water, and avoid water splashing onto the lens.
  • If there are foreign bodies on the lens, Lise a lens cleaning kit only.

FAQS About Rokinon 10mm ED AS Ultra Wide Angle Lens Canon

Can a Rokinon lens be used with a Canon camera?

Canon EF Mount lenses are produced by Rokinon.

Is a 10mm lens wide-angle?

Yes

Which mm is ideal for a wide-angle lens?

varying between 16mm and 24mm

Why is a 10mm lens useful?

10mm wide-angle lenses are excellent for taking dramatic pictures and for giving the impression that you are up close and personal with the subject.

Which lens is stronger, the 10mm or the 20mm?

The magnification offered by a 10mm eyepiece would be twice that of a 20mm eyepiece.

Do wide-angle lenses have reduced clarity?

When using an extremely wide aperture, it might be significantly lowered.

Are Canon lenses superior to Sigma?

Many professionals consider Canon’s L lenses to be among the best available.

Can I use a 10mm lens to see the moon?

Medium focal length telescopes work best for viewing the planets and the moon with short focal length (5–10mm) eyepieces since they offer high power magnifications.

What degree of zoom has a 10mm lens?

magnifying 75 times.

Why use an ultrawide angle lens?

You can zoom out for a significantly wider field of vision with the Ultra Wide lens.

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