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Lensbaby Sol 45mm f/3.5 Lens for Sony E Cameras

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Lensbaby Sol 45mm f/3.5 Lens for Sony E Cameras
Key Features
  • Sony E-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 Sony E-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

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Create unique-looking photos with the selective-focus SOL 45mm f/3.5 Lens from Lensbaby for Sony E-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: 858285007265

Lensbaby Sol 45mm f/3.5 Specs

Focal Length
45mm
Aperture
Fixed: f/3.5
Lens Mount
Sony E
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Tilt-Shift
+/- 8.5° Tilt
Minimum Focus Distance
14" / 35.6 cm
Magnification
1:6 Macro Reproduction Ratio
0.17x Magnification
Optical Design
3 Elements in 2 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades
2
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Filter Size
46 mm (Front)
Dimensions
ø: 2.9 x L: 1.5" / ø: 7.3 x L: 3.9 cm
Weight
9.6 oz / 272.2 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.765 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
3.85 x 3.5 x 3.3"

Lensbaby Sol 45mm f/3.5 Reviews

The Lensbaby Sol 45 photo for Sony cameras is not correct. The actual lens is much larger.

By Mike
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2025-12-16

The image of the Lensbaby Sol 45mm for Sony cameras that appears on the Lensbaby and B&H websites do not match the size of what I received. The image on both websites appears to be a small pancake-sized lens. What I received was a much larger lens about 2.5 inches long. With the ocus-tube extended, the length is about 3.0 inches. THis is not the fault of B&H, but I've only given it 3 stars instead of 4 stars since IMO, small size is highly desirable. Overall, it's still a good product. I will keep it, but it wasn't what I expected size-wise.

Super Fun

By MM
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-11-12

Very fun to use, sharp in the center and just a joy to use in my personal projects. I may use it on my paid projects as added value to the client.

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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 R
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

Will this work with Canon T7?

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

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

Will it fit on a Nikon D500?

Will it fit on a Nikon D500?
Asked by: Phyllis
Yes. Nikon F mount lens.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-06-15

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
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