Lensbaby Composer with Double Glass Optic 50mm f/2

Creative selective focus with classic glass look

Lensbaby Composer with Double Glass Optic 50mm f/2
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LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Lensbaby
Model LBC50DG

Key Features

OPTIC Interchangeable Optic Swap System with Double Glass element
FOCUS Manual focus via sliding barrel mechanism
TILT Ball-and-socket design for selective focus sweet spot
APERTURE Manual aperture via drop-in magnetic discs
CONSTRUCTION Metal and high-grade plastic hybrid build
COMPATIBILITY Available for most major DSLR and mirrorless mounts
FOCAL LENGTH 50mm prime focal length
MIN FOCUS Approximately 18 inches (45cm)
DIAPHRAGM Manual magnetic aperture discs (f/2 to f/22)
MOUNT Interchangeable mount system
SIZE Compact and lightweight design
EFFECT Soft, dreamy glow with sharp center focus
VERSATILITY Compatible with Lensbaby Optic Swap system

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Lensbaby Composer with Double Glass Optic 50mm f/2

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✗ Not Present Uses sliding barrel mechanism
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Uses drop-in magnetic discs
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

How-to Use Lensbaby Composer with Double Glass Optic 50mm f/2

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 50mm
Aperture f/2 - f/22 (via magnetic discs)
Focus Type Manual
Minimum Focus 18 inches
Optic Design Double Glass element
Mount Various (Interchangeable)
Weight Approx 150g
Dimensions 2.5 x 2.5 inches