A unique wide-angle prime marrying versatility and distinctness, the black FUJIFILM X-mount Lensbaby Velvet 28mm f/2.5 Lens for FUJIFILM Xfrom Lensbaby Velvet 28mm f/2.5 Lens for FUJIFILM Xis a lens with a look reminiscent of classic portrait optics, but with the broad field of view to suit outdoor, landscape, and even close-up subjects. Characterized by a smooth, glowing aesthetic, this lens's softness can be controlled by stopping down in order to produce a range of effects from soft and dreamy, to sharper at smaller apertures. A 12-blade diaphragm also contributes to the lens's aesthetic and helps to produce a smooth bokeh quality to suit shallow depth of field imagery. Additionally, the manual focus design affords a working distance of 2" with a maximum reproduction ratio of 1:2 to benefit working with close-up subjects.

FUJIFILM X-Mount Lens    Aperture Range: f/2.5 to f/22    1:2 Magnification, 2" Working Distance    Soft Glowing Effect at Wide Apertures    Multi-Coated Elements    Manual Focus Design    12-Blade Diaphragm

The f/2.5 maximum aperture strikes a balance between brightness and depth of field control and maintaining an overall sleek profile.

A working distance of 2", along with a 1:2 reproduction ratio, suits working with close-up subjects.

Inspired by classic portrait lenses from the mid-20th century, this lens is designed to produce an ethereal glowing quality with soft, smooth tonality that is well suited to isolating subject matter.

Multi-coated elements resist flare and help to maintain accurate color rendering when working in strong lighting conditions.

Manual focus design with a smooth, dampened focusing movement is complemented by engraved focus distance indicators.

A 12-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth bokeh quality that is ideal for selective focus imagery.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is the EF version of this lens compatible with my Canon 90D?

A: The EF version is compatible with the Canon 90D.

Q: 2. Is this compatible with the Olympus EM-5? the first one not the mark II

A: Yes, the Velvet 56 will be compatible with your Olympus EM-5 camera. It will work in Aperture Priority mode and your in-camera light meter will work. Or you can shoot in Manual mode.

Q: 3. Wouldn't I be able to get the same effect using a filter on my 28mm lens?

A: It might be possible to find a similar filter but it would be hard. Specially an effect where the subject looks soft and the background highlights look rounded and bloomed.

Q: 4. Which is a good lens for jewelry? For canon rebel T6s

A: The Sigma 70mm macro would be a great lens for jewelry with the Canon T6s camera. Please take a look at the following link: https://bhpho.to/2BNkC9q

Q: 5. Is this lens for photo only?

A: The Lensbaby Velvet 28mm f/2.5 Lens for Canon EF (Black) is a manual prime and and can be used for either Photo or video.

Q: 6. How does this lens work with the NIKON D90?

A: The Lensbaby Velvet 28mm f/2.5 Lens for Nikon F (Silver) would be compatible for use with the Nikon D90 DSLR camera. Do note that the Lensbaby Velvet 28mm f/2.5 Lens for Nikon F (Silver) is a fully manual lens with no electronic contacts on the lens. As such, you would not have aperture control using the dials on the camera body, so you will need to use the aperture ring built onto the ring. EXIF data and metering data will not transferred from the lens to the camera..

Q: 7. Where are lensbaby lenses made or assembled? Thanks, in advance for your reply.

A: The Lensbaby lenses are made in China.

Q: 8. Where is the Limited Ed made?

A: Lensbaby Velvet 56mm f/1.6 Limited Edition Lens for Canon EF (Black with Copper Accents) country of origin is USA.

Q: 9. Is it adaptable to the Sony XIII or Sony XIV? Thanks!

A: If mounting this lens to a Sony E mount camera, you can use an adapter such as the Vello Canon EF/EF-S Lens to Sony E-Mount Camera Lens Adapter, BH # VELANEXCEFII https://bhpho.to/2PDQTcd

Q: 10. will this work on my Sony Nex 5n?

A: Yes, the Velvet 56 is compatible with your Sony NEX 5N camera. It will work in aperture priority mode and your in-camera light meter will work or in manual mode.