Thypoch Eureka TP-E28X-SR
Its 137g brass body and 19.5mm pancake profile make it an ultra-portable 28mm f/2.8 (42mm equivalent) prime for Fujifilm X-mount, blending vintage aesthetics with modern optics. The lens achieves 1:2 macro magnification at a 15.7-inch minimum focus, while the manual-focus design and dual-tone finishes offer a tactile, style-conscious shooting experience. Best for street and close-up photographers who prioritize compactness and manual control over autofocus speed.
Over deze Lens
About THYPOCH Eureka 28mm f/2.8 Aspherical Lens for Leica MTools for art. Tools as art. Revival of Craft, Reborn for the Street.Inspired by iconic 1950s pancake lenses, the Eureka 28mm f/2.8 blends timeless aesthetics with modern optical performance. With a wider view and brighter aperture, it moves swiftly through street scenes and handles decisive moments with ease.Dual Tones for Distinct Moods.Pearl White and Matte Black. The Pearl White version has a subtle, soft sheen that feels gentle and warm in the light, while the Matte Black is smooth, durable, and exudes a calm, elegant presence. The two finishes complement each other in texture and tone, not only adding visual depth to the camera but also evoking different moods for creation - one bright and airy, the other understated and composed, inspiring expression in different ways.Light and Reliable, Ready to Shoot Anywhere.The brass body offers a durable build and a warm, vintage feel, while the solid mechanical design ensures dependable performance. Weighing just 137g with a 19.5mm height, the lens is incredibly compact and easy to carry. Whether capturing unexpected moments on city streets or fleeting inspirations on the go, it's always ready to hand, letting you seize the decisive shot effortlessly.Modern Optics, Classic Revival.With one aspherical element and three high-refractive-index (HRI) elements, paired with modern multi-layer nano coatings, the lens delivers excellent sharpness from center to edge while effectively controlling aberrations and flare.Close Perspective, Expansive Storytelling.With a minimum focus distance of 0.4m, the lens lets photographers get close to their subjects while the 28mm wide-angle view captures more of the surrounding scene.A Flexible View for Natural Expression.28mm embraces space, people, and stories - even when you can't step back. Perfect for street moments, interiors, landscapes, and everyday scenes. On APS-C bodies (42mm equivalent), it becomes a versatile, near-human-eye focal length.Vintage Aesthetics, Modern Compatibility.The refined retro design complements Leica cameras, and other vintage-styled mirrorless bodies.THYPOCH Eureka 28mm f/2.8 Aspherical Lens for Leica M FeaturesClassic appearance design in the 1950sExtremely compact size weighing just 4.83 oz (137g)Outstanding sharpness from center to edgeDual tones for distinct moods15.74" (40cm) close focusAF system with excellent tracking capability and near-silent operationJoin VIP PROEarn 2X Points + Exclusive Perks!Sell or Trade your GearGet started in 3 easy stepsKey FeaturesCapture stunning wide-angle shots with exceptional image quality, perfect for landscapes and street photography.Experience fast and precise autofocus speed, ensuring you never miss a moment with your Leica M camera.Achieve beautiful background blur and excellent low-light performance with a versatile f/2.8 aperture range.Enjoy seamless compatibility with your Leica M mount, expanding your creative possibilities effortlessly.Benefit from the compact and lightweight design, making this mirrorless lens ideal for everyday carry and travel.Produce sharp, detailed images from edge to edge, thanks to the advanced aspherical lens elements.What's in the box:THYPOCH Eureka 28mm f/2.8 Aspherical LensFront Lens CapM Mount Rear CapUser ManualTHYPOCH 1 Year Limited Warranty
- APS-C | f/2.8 to f/16
- 42mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)
- Ultra-Thin Wide-Angle Prime Lens
- Vintage-Inspired Construction
- Manual-Focus Design
- 15.7" Minimum Focus Distance
- One Aspherical, Three HRI Elements
- Multicoated Lens Element
The 30-Second Version
The Eureka is a luxury fidget spinner for Fuji shooters who love manual focus and brass. It's built like a watch and slow like a Sunday afternoon—buy it for the feels, not for speed.
Overview
The Thypoch Eureka 28mm f/2.8 is a lens with a very specific personality. It's a manual-focus, all-brass, ultra-slim pancake that channels 1950s rangefinder glass, and if that sentence made your ears perk up, you're exactly who this is for. Everyone else should probably keep scrolling. The one thing to know: this lens will make you slow down and think about every shot, for better or worse.
It's built like a little jewel—137 grams of brass and glass that practically disappears on a Fujifilm X body. The f/2.8 aperture isn't going to blow any backgrounds into cream, but the close-focus chops (15.7 inches, 1:2 magnification) let you get weird with everyday objects. Just know that the manual-focus-only design is a love letter to purists and a dealbreaker for anyone who needs to grab a quick shot of a moving kid or pet.
Performance
We expected the all-manual design to be the headline, but the close-focus ability surprised us most. At 398mm (about 15.7 inches), you can cram the front element right up against a flower or a street-food plate and pull out near-macro detail that a typical 28mm f/2.8 has no business delivering. Sharpness in our database lands squarely in the middle of the pack (46th percentile optically), but that's honestly fine for a fun lens—you're not pixel-peeping, you're enjoying the process. The real letdown is that there's zero weather sealing, so dusty trails and surprise rain showers will make you nervous.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Gorgeous vintage brass build that feels like a family heirloom 90th
- Stupidly compact—the 19.5mm thickness makes it a true pancake 87th
- 1:2 macro capability means you can get surprisingly close 80th
- Buttery manual focus ring with a nice, long throw
Cons
- Manual focus only—you'll miss shots of anything moving faster than a parked car 14th
- No weather sealing, so keep it out of the rain 30th
- f/2.8 aperture is just okay; backgrounds stay pretty busy 34th
- At $459-$628, it's pricey for a lens with no electronics
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 |
| Focal Length Max | 28 |
| Elements | 4 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 |
| ED Elements | 3 |
| Coating | Multicoated Lens Element |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | 16 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8 |
| Constant | Yes |
Build
| Mount | FUJIFILM X |
| Format | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.3 lbs |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | Yes |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 398 |
| Max Magnification | 1:2 |
Value & Pricing
Prices bounce around by $169 across retailers, and we've seen Newegg with the low end of $459 for the white version. For a purely mechanical lens, that's steep, but the build quality and niche factor justify it if you value the experience. If you just want a sharp autofocus 28mm equivalent for half the price, you've got options. But we'd say the Eureka is fairly priced for what it is: a piece of functional art.
vs Competition
The obvious alternative is Fujifilm's own XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR. It's slightly narrower, yes, but it adds weather sealing and silent autofocus for less money—and it's nearly as compact. If you're after the vintage manual-focus vibe, TTArtisan's 28mm f/5.6 is even cheaper and also brass-built, though it's a full-stop darker and doesn't focus as close. Among the zooms listed in our database, like the Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8, they're completely different beasts—big, modern, and built for autofocus speed on full-frame. The Eureka sits in its own quiet corner, and that's the point.
| Spec | Thypoch Eureka TP-E28X-SR | Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS | Tamron Di III 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 | Sony G SEL1655G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 28mm | 70-200mm | 28-75mm | 14-24mm | 28-200mm | 16-55mm |
| Max Aperture | 16 | 2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Mount | FUJIFILM X | Sony E | Nikon Z | Nikon Z | L-Mount | Sony E |
| Stabilization | true | true | false | true | true | false |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 137 | 176 | 550 | 649 | 413 | 494 |
| AF Type | manual focus only | HLA | VXD linear motor | stepping motor | Autofocus | XD Linear Motor |
| Lens Type | prime | telephoto | zoom | wide-angle | macro | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thypoch Eureka TP-E28X-SR | 13.9 | 30 | 87.2 | 58.3 | 45.1 | 42.2 | 34 | 89.9 | 80 |
| Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Compare | 53.5 | 87 | 93.1 | 46 | 99.7 | 78.7 | 79.6 | 89.9 | 99.9 |
| Tamron Di III 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Compare | 98 | 80.8 | 63 | 84 | 87.9 | 78.7 | 78.6 | 89.9 | 34.7 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Compare | 85.8 | 80.8 | 55.5 | 97.6 | 82.6 | 78.7 | 69.2 | 89.9 | 80 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 Compare | 53.5 | 71.2 | 73.4 | 87.8 | 91.3 | 65 | 95.9 | 89.9 | 99.5 |
| Sony G SEL1655G Compare | 98 | 80.8 | 66.9 | 62.4 | 95.8 | 78.7 | 85 | 89.9 | 34.7 |
Common Questions
Q: Does this lens have autofocus?
Nope, it's fully manual focus. There's not a single electronic contact—you'll be turning the ring for every shot.
Q: Can I use this on a full-frame camera?
It's designed for APS-C sensors like Fuji X-mount. The image circle won't cover full-frame without heavy vignetting, so stick to crop-sensor bodies.
Who Should Skip This
If you need autofocus for moving subjects like kids, pets, or street scenes, walk away. For about the same price, the Fuji XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR gives you weather sealing and snappy AF in almost the same tiny package. This Eureka is strictly for the manual-focus nerds.
Verdict
Buy the Thypoch Eureka 28mm f/2.8 if you want a lens that makes your Fuji feel like a classic film rangefinder and you don't mind missing a few shots while you fumble with the focus ring. It's a tactile, beautifully made object that rewards patience with close-up detail and a compact footprint. Just don't expect it to replace your everyday autofocus workhorse.
