Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x)

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

The product is everything I was expecting. Quality angle for an adaptor. Purchased it with the best price I could find BY FAR. Thanks B&H!

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

I'm surprised at how much this lens added to frame and look of the video. It just looks more professional to my eye, which is the main purpose of a lens.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

This lens has a quality build. Helps you get everything into the frame without much distortion. It does tend to soften the image a little though, at least when shooting under lower light conditions. I didn't notice any softness outdoors during the day.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

The fine piece of metal and glass is amazing. The WD-H58 really widens the image dramatically. The cost is steep, unless you catch it on special, as I did at B&H. I wanted this to compliment my Canon Vixia HF S200 and it's a perfect fit. I previously tried an inexpensive W/A converter and the image was horrible at the edges soft and color abberation. This will be used for taping church services and weddings where many people wouldn't normally fit into the frame and in cramped places. This lens is heavy and feels very substantive in the hands. It helps improve image contrast and with it's full multi coated green and purple lens it cuts harsh light glare. This item does it job and looks professional on the camcorder too.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

The Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter is the perfect compliment to my Canon Vixia HF S200. This fine piece of metal and glass widens the image from my video camera considerably. The full multi coated lens, with it's deep green and purple hue really blocks stray light and adds contrast to the images. This instrument is heavy and feels substantial in the hands. Almost bought the Raynox HD Pro 6600. I'am glad I went with my camera manufacturer Canon because their lens would be a perfect match to their equipment. Also B&H photo service is great and professional too

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

A huge investment. Get closer and intimate. Get spacious. Whatever. A true quality piece of gear. Now admittedly, it is bulk, a bit heavy, etc., but for what it does (and does well), it is necessary. I dismiss cons that are self-obvious such as - adding weight to the front. Any good optic adds weight and shifts balance. And as a general rule, wider POV is often necessary and there are only a couple of pieces of gear that simply do this well.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

Using this lens for tripod video use indoors. Made the small room problem go away. Taking footage of operating historic printing machinery which are large and this lens made it happen beautifully.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

I have been doing some filming lately with my Canon HFS21 and have found myself needing more range. So I did some research and found a few wide angle options for my camera. I chose this Canon lens due to the fact that it has little to no distortion and did not diminish quality at all. As a matter of fact it appears to have improved the optical quality on my camera. My videos tend to appear sharper than they do without it. It is a very well made, high quality lens that I highly recommend for anyone who has a camera with a 58mm filter diameter. I just absolutely love this lens, this is THE wide angle to buy!

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

I mostly do outdoor wildlife video and now use ground blinds that are easy to video out of but without this lens they are difficult to video inside of. The ability get interior shots now is a great asset to completing a video and the lens is as true in color and has no vignette. I know it will be great indoors as well.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

Shooting trade shows, tech seminars, weddings, memorial services and 90+year old birthday parties.

Fits camera very well
Adds stabilizing mass
Aids in getting whole group in picture in small rooms.
Adds a professional look to the camera
Very low distortion, adds flexibility to shooting

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

All I can say is WOW! The build quality of this lens is top notch! Shooting indoors is so awesome now. I can fit more people in the frame at a closer distance. Outside is awesome too. I own the Canon Vixia HF S20. The auto-focus works perfectly through this lens. I can use the full zoom range with no problems. I plan to pretty much leave this lens on my camcorder all the time. As some others have said, the lens cap is very hard to remove. This is not the case for me. It is tight enough so it won't come off in my camera bag. My video kinda looks sharper with this lens. Very pleased!

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

My raison detre for getting into video was to better capture panoramic landscapes. This lens mounted on the S30 knocks it out of the park. One sweep and you have captured the scene as well as the audio background that gives the place it's ambiance.

I've been photographing weddings, parties, family dinners and other family gatherings for decades and have learned to love the wide-angle lens and its ability to shrink the room. Indoors this lens does everything my SLR lenses do but do it in a much more compact way.

The lens weighs as much as the camera I use with it. That comes with the territory when you try to bend light as any SLR photographer knows. Yet, oddly, the lens does not alter the balance perceptively. Perhaps I have a more robust wrist than those who have noted some difficulty. I also find that the extra mass enhances the stability of the camera.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

This thing is expensive, BUT.... it will add a very professional look to your film projects so in the end it will pay for itself. I found a Cavision lens hood 77mm that you can use with this lens if you just patiently sand the plastic interior ring of the lens hood, but don't do this if you're not good with do it yourself type of things......

If you can, I would recommend buying the teleconverter lens as well, have both for virtually unlimited shooting possibilities.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

Excellent Lense. Does exactly what it is designed to do.

Keep in mind that this lense is heavy. Do not plan on using this lense with a light weight cheap tripod.

I would definetly buy it again

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

I think I will keep it on all the time. Works great for indoor use where space is limited.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

I'm just a working Dad who shoots for hobby and mostly shoot my kids in whatever activity they are in and vacations.

Does what it claims, no artifacts added to image.

Adds a lot of weight to the front of the camera making it difficult to shoot from hand. Recommend using a tripod when using this lens.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

This Lens is working great for me footage at [@]

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

Does everything I need - gives me slightly more control over depth of field and a wider angle shot.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

Clear picture and makes a difference. Got my child and his birthday cake and most of his friends I the shot.. looking forward to using it for landscapes..
It is rather heavy but that's good. Helps stabilize the camera.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

Perfect if you want that little bit more in your shot, but dont want to go fish eye, and still want to use the factory zoom on the camera.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

The product is everything I was expecting. Quality angle for an adaptor. Purchased it with the best price I could find BY FAR. Thanks B&H!

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

I'm surprised at how much this lens added to frame and look of the video. It just looks more professional to my eye, which is the main purpose of a lens.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

This lens has a quality build. Helps you get everything into the frame without much distortion. It does tend to soften the image a little though, at least when shooting under lower light conditions. I didn't notice any softness outdoors during the day.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

The fine piece of metal and glass is amazing. The WD-H58 really widens the image dramatically. The cost is steep, unless you catch it on special, as I did at B&H. I wanted this to compliment my Canon Vixia HF S200 and it's a perfect fit. I previously tried an inexpensive W/A converter and the image was horrible at the edges soft and color abberation. This will be used for taping church services and weddings where many people wouldn't normally fit into the frame and in cramped places. This lens is heavy and feels very substantive in the hands. It helps improve image contrast and with it's full multi coated green and purple lens it cuts harsh light glare. This item does it job and looks professional on the camcorder too.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

The Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter is the perfect compliment to my Canon Vixia HF S200. This fine piece of metal and glass widens the image from my video camera considerably. The full multi coated lens, with it's deep green and purple hue really blocks stray light and adds contrast to the images. This instrument is heavy and feels substantial in the hands. Almost bought the Raynox HD Pro 6600. I'am glad I went with my camera manufacturer Canon because their lens would be a perfect match to their equipment. Also B&H photo service is great and professional too

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

A huge investment. Get closer and intimate. Get spacious. Whatever. A true quality piece of gear. Now admittedly, it is bulk, a bit heavy, etc., but for what it does (and does well), it is necessary. I dismiss cons that are self-obvious such as - adding weight to the front. Any good optic adds weight and shifts balance. And as a general rule, wider POV is often necessary and there are only a couple of pieces of gear that simply do this well.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

Using this lens for tripod video use indoors. Made the small room problem go away. Taking footage of operating historic printing machinery which are large and this lens made it happen beautifully.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

I have been doing some filming lately with my Canon HFS21 and have found myself needing more range. So I did some research and found a few wide angle options for my camera. I chose this Canon lens due to the fact that it has little to no distortion and did not diminish quality at all. As a matter of fact it appears to have improved the optical quality on my camera. My videos tend to appear sharper than they do without it. It is a very well made, high quality lens that I highly recommend for anyone who has a camera with a 58mm filter diameter. I just absolutely love this lens, this is THE wide angle to buy!

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

I mostly do outdoor wildlife video and now use ground blinds that are easy to video out of but without this lens they are difficult to video inside of. The ability get interior shots now is a great asset to completing a video and the lens is as true in color and has no vignette. I know it will be great indoors as well.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

Shooting trade shows, tech seminars, weddings, memorial services and 90+year old birthday parties.

Fits camera very well
Adds stabilizing mass
Aids in getting whole group in picture in small rooms.
Adds a professional look to the camera
Very low distortion, adds flexibility to shooting

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

All I can say is WOW! The build quality of this lens is top notch! Shooting indoors is so awesome now. I can fit more people in the frame at a closer distance. Outside is awesome too. I own the Canon Vixia HF S20. The auto-focus works perfectly through this lens. I can use the full zoom range with no problems. I plan to pretty much leave this lens on my camcorder all the time. As some others have said, the lens cap is very hard to remove. This is not the case for me. It is tight enough so it won't come off in my camera bag. My video kinda looks sharper with this lens. Very pleased!

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

My raison detre for getting into video was to better capture panoramic landscapes. This lens mounted on the S30 knocks it out of the park. One sweep and you have captured the scene as well as the audio background that gives the place it's ambiance.

I've been photographing weddings, parties, family dinners and other family gatherings for decades and have learned to love the wide-angle lens and its ability to shrink the room. Indoors this lens does everything my SLR lenses do but do it in a much more compact way.

The lens weighs as much as the camera I use with it. That comes with the territory when you try to bend light as any SLR photographer knows. Yet, oddly, the lens does not alter the balance perceptively. Perhaps I have a more robust wrist than those who have noted some difficulty. I also find that the extra mass enhances the stability of the camera.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

This thing is expensive, BUT.... it will add a very professional look to your film projects so in the end it will pay for itself. I found a Cavision lens hood 77mm that you can use with this lens if you just patiently sand the plastic interior ring of the lens hood, but don't do this if you're not good with do it yourself type of things......

If you can, I would recommend buying the teleconverter lens as well, have both for virtually unlimited shooting possibilities.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

Excellent Lense. Does exactly what it is designed to do.

Keep in mind that this lense is heavy. Do not plan on using this lense with a light weight cheap tripod.

I would definetly buy it again

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

I think I will keep it on all the time. Works great for indoor use where space is limited.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

I'm just a working Dad who shoots for hobby and mostly shoot my kids in whatever activity they are in and vacations.

Does what it claims, no artifacts added to image.

Adds a lot of weight to the front of the camera making it difficult to shoot from hand. Recommend using a tripod when using this lens.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

This Lens is working great for me footage at [@]

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

Does everything I need - gives me slightly more control over depth of field and a wider angle shot.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

Clear picture and makes a difference. Got my child and his birthday cake and most of his friends I the shot.. looking forward to using it for landscapes..
It is rather heavy but that's good. Helps stabilize the camera.

Comments about Canon WD-H58 Wide Converter Lens (0.7x):

Perfect if you want that little bit more in your shot, but dont want to go fish eye, and still want to use the factory zoom on the camera.