Draw more attention to your subject with a circular spot of focus surrounded by a beautifully blurred background by using the Lensbaby Composer Pro II with Sweet 50 Optic, available here with a PL mount. This updated tool is completely compatible with the established Optic Swap System and can use any of the numerous optics available. This version improves upon the original Pro model by featuring a metal body as well as an improved tilt function that ranges from 0-15° in any direction.

Bundled with it is the Sweet 50, which offers a normal perspective on full-frame cameras. This curved field optic differs from your standard lens by creating a spot of focus when tilted that can be manipulated in position by tilting the Composer and manipulated in size by manually changing the aperture from f/2.5 to 22. The optic also offers manual focus as close as 15" from your subject. Additionally, the Sweet 50 has a 46mm filter thread as well as an internal 12-blade diaphragm for extra smooth out-of-focus areas.

PL Mount/Full-Frame Format    Compatible with Optic Swap System    Metal Body with Tilt from 0-15°    Creates Spot of Focus Surrounded by Blur    Aperture Range: f/2.5 to f/22    Manual Focus and Aperture Control    Minimum Focus Distance: 15"    Filter Diameter: 46mm    Internal 12-Blade Diaphragm

• Composer Pro II features an upgraded metal body with charcoal gray accents and an improved tilt control from 0-15° in any direction.
• Compatible with Lensbaby Optic Swap System.
• The Sweet 50 Optic is a curved field of focus optic that creates a spot of focus surrounded by blur when utilized with tilt. When used straight ahead, the optic functions as a normal lens.
• Aperture range from f/2.5 to 22.
• By using built-in close focus function, the Sweet 50 Optic can focus as close as 15" from the subject.
• Lens construction features two multi-coated glass elements in 1 group.
• The Sweet 50 Optic accepts 46mm filters for additional creative shooting techniques.
• Internal 12-blade aperture diaphragm for smooth out-of-focus elements.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this all you need to start using it with a nikon 810 or do I need another attachment

A: As the Nikon D810 DSLR camera uses the Nikon F-mount lens mount and the Lensbaby Composer Pro II with Sweet 50 Optic for Nikon F, B&H # LELBCP250, is designed for use on the Nikon F-mount lens mount, no other accessory is needed to connect the lens to the Nikon D810 DSLR camera. It will connect directly to the lens mount on the Nikon D810 DSLR camera.

Q: 2. Is this a usable lens on its own? Or is it an accessory to a lens? Can I put this on a PL mount camera and shoot video normally?

A: The Lensbaby composer Pro II with Sweet 50 Optic is a complete two-part lens. However, as stated on the lensbaby web page, it CANNOT be used on a camera with PL lens mount.

Q: 3. Why this lens is so expensive compare to COMPOSER PRO II WITH EDGE 50 OPTIC (besides it is 50mm)?? THanks.

A: The PL-mount is for a movie camera. Only order the PL-mount if you have a movie camera that takes PL-mount lenses.

Q: 4. Is this compatible with my Olympus OMD-E-M1?

A: Yes, with the Micro 4/3 mount. It was designed for a full frame, so the sweet spot will go off frame sooner due to the smaller sensor. Ive only used it on my E-M 1, though, so I cant say its a problem. Happy shooting!

Q: 5. We shoot both Canon and Nikon in my house. Is it safe to assume tht the optics are interchangeable regardless of camera body mount?

A: If you have a Lensbaby lens mount designed for use with Lensbaby's Optic Swap System, and have one for each camera brand (one for Nikon, one for Canon), then yes, the Sweet 50 Optic included with the Lensbaby Composer Pro II can be interchanged between lens mounts. The current lens mounts that are compatible for use with Lensbaby's Optic Swap System would be the Lensbaby Spark, Lensbaby Straight Body, and the Lensbaby Composer Pro II lens mounts.

Q: 6. What is the thread size on the Lensbaby Sweet 50 optic?

A: 46mm front threads

Q: 7. Can I use any brand of 46mm filter on the front of this lens or does it have to be a Lensbaby brand filter?

A: Any standard 46mm filter should fit the Lensbaby Sweet 50 Optic for Composer Pro.

Q: 8. Is this a good place to start to use Lensbaby lenses to photograph interesting close ups of flowers? I have a Nikon D7500.

A: I will try as best I can. I am an amateur myself here are a few suggestions. First, what your talking about is macrophotography and while Lens Baby lenses can do this type of photography from what I know they are more specialty lenses. The Composer Pro as well as other lenses by "Lens Baby" let you change the point of focus. I myself prefer to use a good macro lens One technique I plan on using is called HDR photography. Photoshop has a limited capability which I plan on experimenting with. My first results are good but depending on you budget you can get other plug ins. My own philosophy is to use high quality macro optics and then use automated focusing rails (my future plans). Art(which photography is) is matter of creativity so you have to decide what is right for you and then get the right equipment based on your budget.

Q: 9. Is it compatible with d7200 Nikon

A: The Lensbaby Composer Pro II with Sweet 50 Optic for Micro Four Thirds is not compatible with the Nikon D7200. You need the Lensbaby Composer Pro II with Sweet 50 Optic for Nikon F. Here is the link: https://bhpho.to/3MKDojR

Q: 10. Can this lens be used with a Metabones Nikon F Speedbooster?

A: Hi Andrew, You should be able to use the Composer Pro II with Sweet 50 Optic with the Metabones Speedbooster with little to no loss of function!