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Lensbaby Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Macro Lens
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Lensbaby Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Macro Lens

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What type of photography is the Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Lens for Canon RF best suited for?

The Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Lens for Canon RF is a versatile lens ideal for various types of photography including landscape, adventure, travel, street, and macro photography. Its unique variable glow effects and close-focus capabilities also make it suitable for creative photography.

What is the macro capability of the Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Lens for Canon RF?

The Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Lens for Canon RF boasts exceptional 1:2 macro capabilities. It has a close focus distance of just 2 inches from the front of the lens, allowing you to capture intricate details of small objects with high precision and clarity.

What are the variable glow effects in the Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Lens for Canon RF?

The Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Lens for Canon RF offers Lensbaby's popular variable glow effects. These unique in-camera creative effects add an ethereal mood to your scenes, elevating your imagery with depth, dimension, and soulful expression. The effects vary from impressionistic at bright apertures to a touch of velvety smoothness at darker apertures.

Is the Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Lens for Canon RF suitable for both photographers and videographers?

Yes, the Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Lens for Canon RF is a versatile lens that is suitable for both photographers and videographers. Its wide focal length, close-focus capabilities, and unique variable glow effects make it a valuable tool for creating diverse and high-quality images and videos.

Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?joanna a : I have the Lensbaby Velvet 85 and love it. I have jumped into flower photography and really want this for the focal length. I also enjoy landscape photography and this lens is very versatile.
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?JOSUE G : birthday gift for wifePeter A : Purchased as a birthday gift for my wife. She is impressed with the Velvet 56 and thought that the 28 would add another dimension.
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?CHRIS O : Great review and email from NoFilmSchool!

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Lensbaby Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Macro Lens Specifications

General

General

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  • Lens Effect

    Macro, Soft Focus

  • Lens Series

    Lensbaby Velvet

  • Color

    Black

  • Format Compatibility

    35mm Full Frame; APS-C; and 4/3rds Sensors

  • Camera Compatibility

    SLR and MIL cameras

  • Focal Length

    28mm

  • Aperture

    f/2.5 - 22

  • Minimum Focus Distance

    1.92" (49mm)

  • Maximum Focus Distance

    Infinity

  • Filter Threads

    67mm

  • Focus Types

    Manual Focus

  • Coating

    Broadband multi coated anti-reflective

  • Diaphragm Blades

    12

  • Elements/Groups

    8 elements / 7 group

  • Diagonal Angle of View

    Full Frame: 75.4 Degree ; APS-C (1.5x): 53.7 Degree ; 4/3rds: 42.3 Degree

  • Optic Swap Compatible

    No

Physical Details

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  • Dimensions

    2.9 x 3.5" / 72.4 x 88.9 mm

  • Weight

    1.3 lb / 594.2 g

Other

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  • UPC Codes

    Silver Nikon F: 850024037120 | Black Sony E: 858285007746 | Silver Canon EF: 850024037007 | Silver Sony E: 850024037106 | Black Canon RF: 858285007760 | Silver Micro Four Thirds: 850024037045 | Silver Pentax K: 850024037090 | Black Pentax K: 188772000005 | Black Nikon F: 858285007722 | Black Nikon Z: 858285007777 | Black Fujifilm X: 858285007753 | Silver Canon RF: 850024037021 | Black Canon EF: 858285007715

About Lensbaby Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Macro Lens

Get your glow on with Lensbaby's versatile new 28mm f/2.5 lens for photo and video! Built with landscape, adventure, travel and urban photography in mind, Velvet 28 turns every hour of shooting into the magic hour. Capture the sharpest details beneath a layer of spectacular, velvety glow, or stop down to capture crisp images with little to no effect.

With Velvet 28, creativity meets clarity in a symphony of visual artistry. Unleash your photographic imagination with this unique and versatile lens that transcends the boundaries of traditional optics. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an enthusiastic hobbyist, the Lensbaby Velvet 28 is designed to elevate your photography to new heights.

Unique Velvet-Soft Focus Effect
The Velvet 28 offers a distinctive soft focus effect that adds a velvety, ethereal glow to your images, perfect for creating dreamlike and emotive photography.

Unparalleled Macro
Impressive macro capability with a minimum focusing distance of just 2 inches, allowing you to capture intricate details with a 1:2 macro magnification ratio.

Versatile 28mm Focal Length
Ideal for various photography styles, this lens excels in landscapes, portraits, and street photography, offering both sharp detail and artistic soft focus.

Lensbaby Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Macro Lens Features

  • 28mm f/2.5 lens with soft, velvety glow effect
  • Ideal for landscape, adventure, travel, and urban photography
  • Captures sharp details with a layer of soft focus
  • Stop down for crisp images with little to no effect
  • Minimum focusing distance of 2 inches for macro shots
  • 1:2 macro magnification ratio for intricate details
  • Versatile for both photo and video use

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

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Key Features

  • Capture dreamy images with the Velvet 28mm macro lens, perfect for portraits & florals.
  • Achieve stunning soft focus effects at f/2.5, ideal for artistic photography styles.
  • Get incredibly close with a 1.92" minimum focus distance for detailed macro shots.
  • Enjoy smooth manual focus & a tactile experience with this premium Lensbaby lens.
  • Create unique bokeh with 12 diaphragm blades, enhancing your image backgrounds.
  • Compatible with various mounts (Sony E, Fuji X, Canon RF) for versatile shooting.

What's in the box:

  • Lensbaby Velvet 28 28mm f/2.5 Macro Lens
  • Front Lens Cap
  • Rear Lens Cap
  • Lens Hood (Not Included with Canon EF/Nikon F/Pentax K)
  • Lensbaby 1 Year Limited Warranty