JVC 16x9 Inc. Wide Conversion Lens Package
This 16x9 Inc. Wide Conversion Lens Package from JVC is designed for use with the GY-HM100U camcorder. Manufactured by 16x9 Inc., the lens offers a 0.7x magnification, widening your camera's field of view for shooting in tight spaces or increasing depth of field. Also included is a rubber sunshade hood, for keeping stray light off the lens, and a native 46mm adapter, which attaches directly to the GY-HM100U's lens for ease of use.
| Type | Wide Conversion Lens |
| Lens Mount | 46mm Screw Adapter |
| Zoom Through | Yes |
| Magnification | 0.7x |
| Converted Focal Length | 27.3-273mm (35mm equivalent) |
| Minimum Object Distance (M.O.D.) | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Filter Size | N/A |
| Dimensions | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Weight | Not specified by manufacturer |
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Pros
- Compact (7)
- Easy to use (6)
- Professional quality (5)
- Highly compatible (4)
- Improves performance (4)
Cons
Best Uses
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good wide ability
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
- Not flush with the camera
- Smaller than expected
Best Uses
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Outdoors
- Shooting rugby league
Comments about JVC 16x9 Inc. Wide Conversion Lens Package:
I wish B&H would have stated it was a 16x9 make. i was under the illusion it was a JVC brand and that it was bigger and fitted more flush to the front end of the HM100E.
Oh well, can't whinge, still a well made and nice WA lens for this camcorder and other 46mm barrel cameras. (works with my Panasonic SD900 as well)
Might try the JVC branded version next which is priced cheaper.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
- Interfaces Well With Camcorder
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about JVC 16x9 Inc. Wide Conversion Lens Package:
I purchased this Lens Package because I needed a little wider view to record video interviews with musicians and bands. I am sometimes limited on the distance I can have the camera setup due to conducting live interviews at concerts/festivals. I needed to keep the camera within 10 or so feet of a full band sitting in a lounge area. This lens gave me about 3 more feet of viewing angle on each side at about 10-12 feet away. PERFECT!
Easy to install/uninstall if needed to change quickly. Comes with lens covers and nice micro-fleece pouch for storage while not used.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Designed to fit GY-HM100
- Good optical quality
- Well corrected for barrel
Cons
- Wish it used the bayonet
- Wish it were 5x
Best Uses
Comments about JVC 16x9 Inc. Wide Conversion Lens Package:
That may seem like an odd headline, but we bought one other wide angle which was advertised to work with this camera and it would not fit. This is due to the configuration of the built-in bayonet mount for the stock lens hood. The threads on the camera are recessed because of this and the add-on lens must be designed to take this into account. Some lenses on the market seem to assume they are compatible because the thread size is the same. Buyer beware! Other than the fact that the lens can actually be mounted on our camera, it is fairly compact and light, seems well built, and though I am no optical engineer, the pictures look good to me with no immediately noticeable degradation compared to the stock lens alone. You can't use the stock bayonet lens hood but the provided clamp on hood works well. I do wish it had some kind of indexing so it would be easier to get it on straight, though that is not a big deal. Also it is .7x. I had a .5x some time ago on a different camera and would prefer that, but .7x gives significantly more field of view which is very helpful for what we do. You can zoom through this lens with no ill effects to focus. All in all this is a good solution and I would recommend it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
- Design
- Poor Interface Camcorder
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Upgrade
Comments about JVC 16x9 Inc. Wide Conversion Lens Package:
I think that it's a pretty good adapter, and the brand its one of the best[...].Nice shoots and have fun
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about JVC 16x9 Inc. Wide Conversion Lens Package:
Fuller coverage for shooting in tight spaces without getting the fisheye look. No frame bending. Screws on simply, fits nicely, the shade's a must. Picture is excellent. Make this lens your first accessory and a phantom mic, like a Rode, your second.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Weight
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Independent Films
- Visual anthropology
Comments about JVC 16x9 Inc. Wide Conversion Lens Package:
Perfect complement to the GY-HM100. Almost the perfect tool for visual anthropology and documentary. The only defaut would be it weight perhaps.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Made by
- Professional Quality
- Quality glass
- Solid construction
Cons
- Price is too high
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about JVC 16x9 Inc. Wide Conversion Lens Package:
I'm happy with the quality of this lens and hood kit. The center image is clear and zooms through nicely. The edges are only slightly softer but overall, it's reasonably sharp. I'm happy with the product and would buy it again.
Important note. This lens & hood kit are not made by JVC. It's actually made by "16x9". and it's actually cheaper to buy the 46mm "16x9" EXII lens and the "16x9" hood separately!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about JVC 16x9 Inc. Wide Conversion Lens Package:
No quality loss, no lens reflections, great shade included, and minimal ditortion.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about JVC 16x9 Inc. Wide Conversion Lens Package:
This Wide Converter is the best I ever purchased, it´s absolutely top quality and would buy it again! I like very much the sunshade because it´s very effective!
cheers, Paul Aegerter Germany
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What's in the Box
- 0.7x Wide Conversion Lens
- 46mm Ring
- Rubber Sunshade Hood
- 1 Year Warranty
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