Lensbaby Composer Pro II System Kit for Canon EF Mount Cameras

The Edge 50 is a standard-angle module for Lensbaby selective focus lenses. It provides a flat field of focus across the frame, setting it apart from the Sweet 50.

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  Standard-angle field of view., Aperture control ring., Macro focus capability., Compatible with Lensbaby Optic Swap system.

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  Pricey.

This is the new Composer Pro II lens with the Edge 50 Optic , which is available for Canon, Nikon, Sony A, Pentax K, Fuji X, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds and Samsung NX mounts.

The Lensbaby Circular Fisheye captures distorted, circular images with a flare effect at the edge. It's not a lens for every occasion, but it can be a lot of fun to use.

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  Fun., 185° field of view., Close focus capability., Inexpensive., Available in multiple lens mounts.

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  Not an everyday lens., Requires full-frame camera to capture full border around image.

I already have the Lensbaby Velvet so when I wanted to give tilt shift a try, I decided to purchase this kit as well. Their lenses are wonderful, with great "special effects" in the bokeh. The bag is cute and there's plenty of instruction booklets.

I was intrigued by the special effects this set claimed to produce so I thought I'd give it a try. I was pretty disappointed in the whole setup. The "quick" disconnect mechanism that enables you to switch out the various optics from the main holder is difficult to operate and doesn't instill a...