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Lensbaby Sol 45mm f/3.5 Lens for Canon EF Cameras

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Lensbaby Sol 45mm f/3.5 Lens for Canon EF Cameras
Key Features
  • Canon EF-Mount Lens
  • Metal Body with Tilt from 0-8.5°
  • Fixed f/3.5 Aperture
  • Manual Focus
Create unique-looking photos with the selective-focus SOL 45mm f/3.5 Lens from Lensbaby for Canon EF-mount cameras. With 8.5° of tilt, this lens lets you easily isolate a subject within the frame and surround it in blur and smooth bokeh. The lens also features a center-locking feature that will lock the lens into place for dead-center focus. Furthering its creative potential are two adjustable bokeh blades that can add slight lines or textures to bokeh. This manual-focus lens also has an all-metal construction and accepts 46mm filters.
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Lensbaby Sol 45mm f/3.5 Overview

Create unique-looking photos with the selective-focus SOL 45mm f/3.5 Lens from Lensbaby for Canon EF-mount cameras. With 8.5° of tilt, this lens lets you easily isolate a subject within the frame and surround it in blur and smooth bokeh. The lens also features a center-locking feature that will lock the lens into place for dead-center focus. Furthering its creative potential are two adjustable bokeh blades that can add slight lines or textures to bokeh. This manual-focus lens also has an all-metal construction and accepts 46mm filters.

UPC: 858285007210

Lensbaby Sol 45mm f/3.5 Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
45mm
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5
Lens Mount
Canon EF
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Filter Size
46 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5
Lens Mount
Canon EF
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Tilt-Shift
+/- 8.5° Tilt
Minimum Focus Distance
14" / 35.6 cm
Macro Reproduction Ratio
1:6
Optical Design
3 Elements in 2 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
2
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Filter Size
46 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.9 x 1.5" / 7.3 x 3.9 cm
Weight
9.6 oz / 272.2 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.49 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.1 x 3.4 x 3.4"

Lensbaby Sol 45mm f/3.5 Reviews

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Will this work with Canon T7?

Will this work with Canon T7?
Asked by: Catherine
Yes
Answered by: Roderick
Date published: 2021-08-18

Will it work on my Canon 5D? ( basic I Know!! )

Will it work on my Canon 5D? ( basic I Know!! )
Asked by: Sara
Yes, this lens will work on your Canon 5D!
Answered by: Lensbaby Cust. Happiness
Date published: 2019-05-14

Is it avalable for the canon mirrorless?

Is it avalable for the canon mirrorless?
Asked by: Daphne
I do believe it comes as an RF mount for canon mirrorless. You might check the lensbaby website for confirmation. My old lensbaby canon ef lenses do work with the canon EF/RF adaptor. You have to set the camera to shoot without a lens for the shutter to release.
Answered by: Holly
Date published: 2020-11-20

My Canon R6 won't shoot with the Sol 45mm. I get ...

My Canon R6 won't shoot with the Sol 45mm. I get F00 message. What's wrong?
Asked by: Marilyn
As the Lensbaby Sol 45mm f/3.5 Lens for Canon EF Cameras is a fully manual lens and has no electronic contacts, the Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Camera does not know a lens is connected when using this lens on the camera. As such, you would need to go into the camera's menu under the Custom Function Menu (Tab 4), and under [Release Shutter w/o Lens], select [ON: Enable], which will allow you to release the shutter of your camera when using the Lensbaby Sol 45mm f/3.5 Lens for Canon EF Cameras (or a third-party lens with a manual lens adapter).
Answered by: Manzell L
Date published: 2022-01-20

How is this different from a Lensbaby Sweet 50mm ...

How is this different from a Lensbaby Sweet 50mm lens?
Asked by: Andrew
The main difference is how they mount to the camera. The Sweet 50 requires a Composer Pro lens to attach to the camera while the Sol 45mm has a direct lens mount.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2021-03-10

Is this comparable with. Nikon D5000?

Is this comparable with. Nikon D5000?
Asked by: Jill
No it is not. This is for the newer mirrorless cameras not the DSLRs.
Answered by: Ryan
Date published: 2021-04-11

How much does the sol 45 weigh? ( fuji)

How much does the sol 45 weigh? ( fuji)
Asked by: Anonymous
B&H ‘specs’ indicate 9.6 oz (272 gm). In your hand, it will feel even lighter!
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-06-07

With a Nikon D750, do I use Aperture priority? Is ...

With a Nikon D750, do I use Aperture priority? Is this lens difficult to learn how to use?
Asked by: Lynn
Yes, you do. The instructions in the manual will tell you to use Aperture. I use the D750 also. Lensbaby are all manual focus so it can be a challenge to use. My eyes are not the best so I do have to work at the focusing. I just bought the Velvet 85 and it is challenging also. But that being said, I love this little lens! It really can be fun. Here is a shot I did with the Sol 45. https://www.flickr.com/photos/kellykayhorne/48922189672/in/dateposted/
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-11-20
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