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Lensbaby Introduces Sol 45, Sol 22
7 August 2018
Lensbaby has announced the Sol 45 for dSLRs and the Sol 22, which offers a similar focal length for Micro Four Thirds cameras. The new all-metal bodied selective focus lenses tilt to isolate your subject at a wide open fixed aperture of f3.5, which narrows the depth of field.
Lensbaby Sol. Sol 22 (l) mounted on an Olympus PEN and Sol 45 standing free. Not to scale.
"Sol 45 opens up a new creative experience for those who want to dip their toes in the Lensbaby pool," said Craig Strong, Lensbaby co-founder and CCO. "Sol inspires visual artists to find new and fun ways to see their world by creating unique images in camera -- no filters needed."
USAGE
To use the new lenses, you find your subject in the frame, bend the lens toward it, rotate the focus ring to bring subject into focus and shoot. The lens captures a sharp circular area of focus surrounded by bold blur and smooth bokeh.
Sol 45. Photo taken by Laura M. Penley.
You can also bring the lens's bokeh blades, hinged on arms hiding at the edge of the lens, into the lens's field of view. These bokeh blades add subtle lines of texture in-camera to the bokeh, creating stylized texture effects that many photographers only experience post-edit.
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the Sol 45 include:
SOL 45 LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Sony, Fujifilm Focal Length 45mm Aperture Fixed f3.5 Minimum Focus 14 inches Autofocus No Image Stabilization No Filter Thread 46mm Dimensions 2.87 x 2.87 x 1.5 inches Weight Canon: 5.9 oz.
Nikon: 5.0 oz.Specifications for the Sol 22 include:
16-80mm KIT LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Micro Four Thirds Focal Length 22mm Aperture Fixed f3.5 Minimum Focus 3.5 inches Autofocus No Image Stabilization No Filter Thread 46mm Dimensions 2.87 x 2.87 x 1.5 inches Weight 5.3 oz. PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Lensbaby said the Sol 45 is available for $199.95 directly from the company and select Lensbaby-authorized retailers like Adorama and B&H. The Sol 22 will be available for $199.95 in September directly from Lensbaby.
Lensbaby Inspires New Audiences With the Fun and Accessible Sol 45
A tool to inspire. A tool to be bold. A tool to build memories.
PORTLAND, Ore. -- Lensbaby, makers of award-winning creative effects lenses, optics and accessories, has announced the launch of their most playful and accessible lens yet, the Sol 45.
"Sol 45 opens up a new creative experience for those who want to dip their toes in the Lensbaby pool," said Craig Strong, Lensbaby co-founder and CCO. "Sol inspires visual artists to find new and fun ways to see their world by creating unique images in camera -- no filters needed."
The Sol 45 responds to those curious and insightful individuals who desire intention, imagination and passion within each experience they live. This fixed aperture lens features an ease-of-use that injects the classic Lensbaby energy into images while creating a fun photography experience that benefits from the creation of unique photos that are representative of the users' passions.
Users simply identify a subject in frame, bend the lens toward it, rotate the focus ring to bring subject into focus and shoot, ultimately creating a tack-sharp circular area of focus surrounded by bold blur and smooth bokeh. In addition, users can bring the lens's bokeh blades -- situated on hinged arms hiding at the edge of the lens -- into the lens's field of view. These bokeh blades add subtle lines of texture in-camera to the bokeh, creating stylized texture effects that many photographers only experience post-edit.
Since 2004, Lensbaby has challenged photographers to make their creative process one that distinctly captures the voice they find behind the camera. Today, the Sol 45 opens this door to all creatives, regardless of skill level. Enthusiast dSLR and mirrorless camera shooters, especially those who are newer to Lensbaby, now have the opportunity to experiment with the brand's iconic look for an affordable price of $199.95.
The Sol 45 will be available for purchase on https://lensbaby.com/product/sol45mm/ and select Lensbaby-authorized retailers for $199.95 on Aug. 7 and the Sol 22 will be available for purchase in September at https://lensbaby.com/product/sol22mm/.