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Lensbaby Sweet 50 Optic for Composer Pro

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Lensbaby Sweet 50 Optic for Composer Pro
Key Features
  • 50mm Selective Focus Optic
  • Aperture Range: f/2.5 to 22
  • Curved Field of Focus
  • 2 Multi-Coated Glass Elements
The Lensbaby Sweet 50 Optic is made for use with the Composer Pro, which can be bought separately, or used interchangeably with the Sweet 50 if you own it already with a different optic. It is a selective focus lens that uses a curved field of focus optic to create a blurred effect around the focus spot.
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Lensbaby Sweet 50 Overview

The Lensbaby Sweet 50 Optic is made for use with the Composer Pro, which can be bought separately, or used interchangeably with the Sweet 50 if you own it already with a different optic. It is a selective focus lens that uses a curved field of focus optic to create a blurred effect around the focus spot.

The 50mm focal length lens has two multi-coated glass elements in one group, and an aperture range of f/2.5 to f/22. The 12-blade internal aperture is easily controlled via a ring on the front of the optic. The sharp sweet spot of focus can be moved within the frame by tilting the Composer Pro's ball-and-socket joint. The size of the sweet spot is also controlled by changing the aperture.

UPC: 188772003860

Lensbaby Sweet 50 Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
50mm
Maximum Aperture
f/2.5
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Maximum Aperture
f/2.5
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Minimum Focus Distance
15" / 38.1 cm
Optical Design
2 Elements in 1 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
12
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Dimensions (ø x L)
1.9 x 1.9" / 49.3 x 49.3 mm
Weight
1.6 oz / 45.3 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.305 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
3.6 x 2.65 x 2.6"

Lensbaby Sweet 50 Reviews

SELECTIVE FOCUS PLUS

By William
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2020-03-11

TAKES SOME TIME TO LEARN THE TECHNIQUE BUT WELL WORTH IT.

50 for Composer

By BruceD
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-07-15

Lensbaby works so hard to give you contorl over focus and tilt, it's almsot a shame the Sweet 50 is so shar\p at f16. But w great lens to have in the bag when you feel like having a bit of fun.

Nice!

By Mark
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2015-03-21

It's a nice lens as Lensbabies go...I give it a 4 star mainly because it does not have the build quality of the Sweet 35 and Edge 80; to be fair it costs much less, but I personally wouldn't mind paying a little more for it to be on par with those other lenses. I buy lenses for the long haul, just not sure how this one will hold up compared to the others. All that aside, it's a nice focal length addition.

decent lens for the price

By MField
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2014-10-19

I bought this to use with the composer pro effects kit. The lens is decent for use with this kit and makes the kit more versatile. I will get a lot of use out of the lens and I think it's a good starting point if you wan't to try your hand at tilt/shift photography. The glass is clear though it is certainly not the best glass as what might be found in other tilt/shift lenses from other manufacturers.

Well done

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2014-09-18

This is a nice addition to the Lensbaby swappable optics lineup and complements the Sweet 35 and Edge 80. It is nice to have aperture controls built into the lens. Quality is very good.

Great fun and love the look

By Ali
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2014-09-16

I already own the Lensbaby Composer Pro with Sweet 35 and Edge 80 Optics. It took some practice and getting used to; but once I did, I had a lot of fun with these lenses and took some great portraits with them. I was excited to hear about the Sweet 50, as it's a great portrait focal length, especially for those with APS-C cameras like I have, so added it to my collection.Remember, this lens is completely manual, so you may need to dial-in the focal length and aperture into your camera's menu settings so they they are recorded in the resulting file's metadata; and/or carefully watch the manual focus and exposure cues in your viewfinder/LCD display. The key is to slow down.But get those right, and the results are some lovely, narrow sweet spot focus (depth of field) with deliciously smooth bokeh falling away from it. It's not in the same league as the far more expensive prime lenses out there: there are some amazing pieces of glass that can do this too. But tilt the Lensbaby lens around and things really get fun, with different areas/planes of focus with some diorama effects.

Artistic flare on a budget.

By Sheree
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-02-01

I think this is a great optic for a specific range. It delivers exactly what it says but you have to be an informed buyer and realize its intentions. I love it. I intend on purchasing more of the available optics for the Composer.

Quickly becoming my favorite Lensbaby

By Richard
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-05-24

I use my Sweet 50 on a Scout body to do tabletop photography and have tried both #1 and #2 close up lenses with it for close work. Both combinations work well. I like the Sweet 35 also but the 50 gives me better separation from the b'ground. With the manual focus magnifier of my Pentax K-3 it works great.

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Will this work with the older Composer Pro?

Will this work with the older Composer Pro?
Asked by: Vicki
Lens baby does not list on the Lensbaby Sweet 50 Optic for Composer Pro one way or the other if this works with an older version of the Composer Pro. If you have a Composer Pro it technically should work.
Answered by: Robert
Date published: 2023-04-04

Can I use any brand of 46mm filter on the front ...

Can I use any brand of 46mm filter on the front of this lens or does it have to be a Lensbaby brand filter?
Asked by: Vicki
Any standard 46mm filter should fit the Lensbaby Sweet 50 Optic for Composer Pro.
Answered by: Boyd
Date published: 2023-04-16

question

Is this compatible with the Composer Pro II?
Asked by: Fred
Yes, the Sweet 50 Optic is compatible with the Composer Pro II.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2018-10-24

question

What is the thread size on the Lensbaby Sweet 50 optic?
Asked by: Robin E.
The Sweet 50 Optic has a 46mm threading on the front of the optic.
Answered by: Emily K. Lensbaby Expert
Date published: 2018-08-25

question

What condition rating does this have? I can't find it on the description.
Asked by: Fred
The product is new.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2018-10-24
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