--- product_id: 1150172 title: "Bower SLY358AE Ultra-Wide 8mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens for Nikon AE Digital Cameras" brand: "bower" price: "$661.87" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/1150172-bower-sly358ae-ultra-wide-8mm-f-3-5-fisheye-lens store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 180° FOV 11in focus 7/10 elements Bower SLY358AE Ultra-Wide 8mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens for Nikon AE Digital Cameras **Brand:** bower **Price:** $661.87 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📸 Unleash Your Inner Visionary! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Bower SLY358AE Ultra-Wide 8mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens for Nikon AE Digital Cameras by bower - **How much does it cost?** $661.87 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1150172-bower-sly358ae-ultra-wide-8mm-f-3-5-fisheye-lens) ## Best For - bower enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted bower brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Versatile Design:** Engineered with 7 groups and 10 elements for superior image quality and versatility across various shooting conditions. - • **Flare-Free Clarity:** Crafted with high index, low-dispersion multi-coated optical glass to ensure your shots are free from unwanted flare. - • **Close-Up Creativity:** Achieve stunning close-ups with a minimum focusing distance of just 11 inches, perfect for capturing intricate details. - • **APS-C Angular Brilliance:** Enjoy a 180-degree diagonal angular field, making it ideal for both landscape and creative photography. - • **Capture the Extraordinary:** Experience a dramatic 180-degree field of view that transforms ordinary scenes into extraordinary visuals. ## Overview The Bower SLY358AE Ultra-Wide 8mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens for Nikon AE Digital Cameras offers a remarkable 180-degree field of view, advanced optical technology to minimize flare, and a close focusing distance of 11 inches, making it an essential tool for photographers looking to expand their creative horizons. ## Description The ultra wide-angle 8mm f/3.5 fisheye SLR lens with AE confirmation chip for DSLR Nikon cameras is a fisheye lens designed to capture all-encompassing images, even in aperture priority, shutter priority modes. Its advanced a spherical, multi-coated optical glass reduces flare and minimizes outer-edge distortion for optimal image quality. Its remarkable 180 Degree perspective provides the photographer with excellent versatility for shooting in cramped spaces and capturing wide-sweeping landscapes. Includes attached tulip lens hood, front and rear lens caps and lens pouch. ## Features - Dramatic 180 Degree field of view - High index, low-dispersion multi-coated optical glass to reduce flare - Minimum Focusing Distance of 11 inches (27.9cm) - Groups/Elements: 7/10 - Angular Field (APS-C): 180 Degree Diagonal ## Images ![Bower SLY358AE Ultra-Wide 8mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens for Nikon AE Digital Cameras - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41jask+7ezL.jpg) ![Bower SLY358AE Ultra-Wide 8mm f/3.5 Fisheye Lens for Nikon AE Digital Cameras - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41i6qWoPQvL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this lens fit a Nikon D5100 Camera & is it the lens for interior real estate shots as in shooting video?** A: I think it will fit the 5100 I use it on my 5200 . I'm not sure you want to use it for the real estate shots because it's pretty convex . A wide angle may be better **Q: What's the difference between the EA and a non EA model?** A: The non-EA model does not transmit the exposure data to your camera's internal light meter. You will have no way to gauge the exposure other than guessing or using a handheld meter. **Q: Are front and rear lens caps included? The description only lists the hood.** A: yes, included for sure! **Q: is it autofocus?** A: No, at least not with my Nikon D3100. I don't think it's autofocus capable. But Once I got the hang of using it, I didn't find focusing to be difficult. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE this lens! *by G***T on Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2014* I originally bought this lens to use for wide panorama shots and for making star-trail photos, but WOW, it has blown away all expectations, and become my standard go-to lens! The fisheye is nice, as it provides 180-degree views, without too much distortion, allowing you to take photos of singular shots, crop them out in post-editing, and still have them look amazing without hardly any distortion. I have uploaded a few photos of fireworks and stars that I have taken with this lens.The ease of this lens couldn't be any better, and it's quality is superb! The first thing I noticed was how heavy it is - it's constructed very well, and made to last. I also like that it comes with it's own lens bag (standard for all Bower lens) - that makes it just that much easier to keep clean and maintained.In my excitement to try the lens, I accidentally touched the lens ever so slightly as I was putting it on my camera. The smudge wiped right off, and the coating wasn't harmed at all, and picture quality is just as good as ever. I have gotten more compliments using this lens than any other lens to date, and I absolutely could not be happier with it.I was apprehensive at first to shell out the money, but looking back, it is, without any doubt, worth every penny, and then some! This is an amazing lens, and it won't steer you wrong. If you're thinking about buying it, let me help you by saying stop reading reviews, and add it to your cart already - it won't let you down! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars A great lens and a great value *by S***E on Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2014* I've had this lens about 2 months and made 100s of exposures. It's performed flawlessly. Gives a great fish eye perspective. But you can also control the lens distortion, so everything doesn't have to look the same. I've already shot some commercial work with it. You can put the camera very close to the subject, move it around slightly while firing away. Great for sunsets. Hold it just above the spot where the water meets sand and take several exposures, tilting or panning the camera slightly between each shot. This is best done on a calm sea - use caution. you will be mere inches from salt water. But you will get a great perspective. It's great for landscapes & architecture. It's not automatic, but so what? Us old timers know that these lenses focus just fine on infinity. The sweet spot for aperture seems to be about midway or maybe a stop beyond. My Nikon D5100 plays well with this lens. Flash requires changing the settings on the flash mode from TTL to Manual - no big deal. It's a great lens for the money and every serious photographer needs to have one like this in his or her camera bag. ### ⭐⭐⭐ 3.0 out of 5 stars Fun Lens *by D***S on Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2012* If you're looking for a high end glass this is not it. But if you are looking for a inexpensive, quality pictures and a fun fisheye lens i would recommend this glass. For full frame users of this lens you will get significant vigetting. You will loose at least 1/3rd of your shot if not more. This is a non auto focusing type lens where you estimate your distance before taking the shot. By moving the aperture ring you will see its effect through the lens. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/1150172-bower-sly358ae-ultra-wide-8mm-f-3-5-fisheye-lens](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1150172-bower-sly358ae-ultra-wide-8mm-f-3-5-fisheye-lens) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-23*