B+W 52mm Close-up NL +5 Lens

  • Price: $24.50
  • B&H # BWCU552
  • Mfr# 65-076613

Product Highlights

  • Allows Focusing Closer than Basic Lens
  • Can Be Used In Combinations
  • Excellent for Hobbyists
  • Rugged Black Brass Filter Ring
  • High-Quality Schott Glass
  • 10-Year Warranty

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B&W 52mm Close-up NL +5 Lenses are the simplest and least expensive method of close-up photography. Have you ever wished that your lens could focus closer than it does? Imagine that you could put a magnifying glass in front of your camera's lens. With B+W Close-up lenses, you can dive into the world of macrophotography with a minimum of expense and with a maximum of confidence. 

Shoot your stamps, flowers in your garden, your jewelry collection and many other items. If you're thinking of insuring your collectibles, why not have a means of doing it without having to hire an expensive pro? Close-up lenses not only give you creative freedom to help show you a world up close that you never imagined, but also serve as a functional and valuable tool to safeguard your possessions.

With B&W Close-up lenses, you can dive into the world of macrophotography with a minimum of expense and with a maximum of confidence.

Close-up Strength for NL +5
With a +5 diopter, the NL 5 serves for the seamless extension of the range provided by the NL 3 close-up lens on a 35mm main lens (up to approx. 1:3.5). If you can tolerate a small gap after the NL2 close-up lens on a 50mm main lens (approx. 1:4.4-1:4), then you enter a little farther into the macro range with the NL 5 instead of the NL 4 (up to approx. 1:2.6).

The filter ring is made from brass, yielding a stronger product. Brass filter rings are also less prone to jamming. In addition, the seal between the glass and filter ring is exceptionally strong giving the filter added strength and durability. The filter is legendary and synonymous with the highest standards of filter production. It comes with a solid 10-year warranty.

Note! B&W close-up lenses are available in different "powers" (diopters)

These lenses can be used individually or in any combination to achieve ultra-close focus
The maximum magnification achieved with these attachments will depend on the focal length of your lens as well as the actual close focusing capability of that particular lens
A +1 close-up lens will allow you to focus your lens somewhat closer than it already does; a +2 close-up lens will allow you to focus closer than the +1; a +4 lens will allow you to focus even closer than a +2
A +1 combined with a +2 will equal a +3, while a +2 combined with a +4 will equal a +6, and so on
Type Close-up
Size 52mm
Grade NL +5
Filter Factor Not specified
Multi-Coated No
Rotating No
Effect Magnification beyond what your lens achieves by itself
Application Nature, product, hobby and scientific photography
Color Temperature Not applicable
Construction Schott Glass
Front Filter Thread Size 52mm
Front Lens Cap Size 52mm

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B+W 52mm Close-up NL +5 Lens
 
4.8

(based on 4 reviews)

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5.0

Perfect

By Photofalcon

from Alameda, CA

About Me Film Professional

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Compact Design
  • Easy To Use

Cons

    Best Uses

      Comments about B+W 52mm Close-up NL +5 Lens:

      works perfect... another well made B&W product... instant fan. LOVE IT!

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      5.0

      Could Not See? Now you Can!

      By Tiago Mundim

      from Brasilia, Brasil

      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Fast / accurate auto-focus

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Macro Photography

        Comments about B+W 52mm Close-up NL +5 Lens:

        See everything, everywhere!

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        4.0

        Great for close-up studio shots

        By Paul

        from Jacksonville, FL

        About Me Photo Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Consistent Output
        • Durable
        • Easily Interchangeable
        • Lightweight
        • Rugged
        • Strong Construction

        Cons

        • Not easy to focus

        Best Uses

        • Macro Photography

        Comments about B+W 52mm Close-up NL +5 Lens:

        If you have even basic studio lighting and the time and patience to get it right, this lens is great. Used with the (relatively cheap) Canon 50mm f/1.8 lens, I was able to get shockingly crisp product shots for an online storefront. However, this lens is not ideal for shooting in the field due to the attention it takes in focusing, with the possible exception of some close-up nature shots.

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        5.0

        macro replacement

        By Fred

        from Irvine, CA

        About Me Professional

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Consistent Output
        • Durable
        • Easily Interchangeable
        • Lightweight
        • Rugged
        • Sharp Focus
        • Strong Construction

        Cons

        • Difficult to Clean

        Best Uses

        • General Use

        Comments about B+W 52mm Close-up NL +5 Lens:

        cheap replacement for macro, does the job for close up shots if you're not looking to spend a couple hundred on a macro lens, be sure to use a small f-stop to get maximum DOF

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        Filter pouch

        Pearstone -  Four Filter Pouch (37mm to 67mm)
          • Original: $9.95
          • Save: $0.99
        • Price: $8.96
         

        Caps & Wrenches

        General Brand -  52mm Filter Stack Cap
        • Price: $10.95
         

        Care & Cleaning

        Pearstone -  Microfiber Cleaning Cloth, 18% Gray (7 x 7.9")
          • Original: $4.99
          • Save: $0.50
        • Price: $4.49
         

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        • Ten-Year Warranty
         
         
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