Specifically designed to produce creative selective focus effects, the Composer Pro II with Sweet 80 Optic from Lensbaby pairs the 80mm f/2.8 optic with a lens body for Leica L-mount cameras. The Sweet 80 is a unique lens, which affords a distinct curved field of focus for producing a sweet spot of focus surrounded by smooth, blurred elements. When coupled with the Composer Pro II, this spot of focus can be moved anywhere within the image area, and changed in dimension, using up to 15° of tilt on the lens body. The optic also features a manual aperture for adjusting the size of the in-focus area and has a 12-blade diaphragm to further contribute to a smooth bokeh quality in the out-of-focus regions. The lens is constructed with four glass elements in two groups, and each of the elements are multi-coated to resist flare and ghosting for high contrast, color-accurate imagery.

L-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22    Lensbaby Optic Swap System    Metal Lens Body with Tilt up to 15°    Produces Sweet Spot of Focus    Four Multi-Coated Glass Elements    Minimum Focusing Distance: 1.8'    12-Blade Diaphragm

• Portrait-length 80mm f/2.8 lens provides a comfortable, slightly narrow field of view that is well-suited to isolating subjects.
• Distinct curvature of field produces a sweet spot of focus to suit making selective focus imagery.
• Besides adjusting exposure, the f/2.8 to f/22 aperture range allows you to control the size of the sweet spot of focus.
• A 12-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth, pleasing bokeh quality.
• Lens construction uses four glass elements in two groups, and each of the elements are multi-coated to resist flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color accuracy.

• Leica L lens mount.
• Enables tilting the optic up to 15° to vary the amount and position of the sweet spot of focus.
• Accepts various optics from the Optic Swap System.
• Metal body for improved durability and rigidity.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this come with a lens cap? I see assorted accessories for sale and don't know what already comes with this!

A: Yes, the optic will have a lens cap and the Composer Pro II will have a rear cap.

Q: 2. I'm looking for a versatile medium telephto lens for both photo and video. The lensbaby is intriguing. Can I enlarge the in-focus area enough to use it as a true telephoto to capture video simply by stopping down the aperture? Has anyone experience using this lens for video?

A: Hi John, This lens can be used for video but it is not a telephoto lens.

Q: 3. what is the difference between the 'sweet' version and the 'edge' version?

A: The main difference would be the shape of the blur/bokeh pattern created by the lens. The Lensbaby "Sweet" lenses create a rounder radial bokeh blur pattern, while the Lensbaby Edge creates a straight 'slice' (think more rectangular) bokeh blur pattern. The size and amount of the blur with both lenses can be controlled by the aperture you choose, and the strength and position of the blur can be controlled by the position of the lens.

Q: 4. 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: 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. Does this lens work with the Nikon D 3200?

A: Yes the Lensbaby Composer Pro II with Sweet 50 Optic for Nikon F works with the Nikon D3200 camera. But you need to set the camera to Manual mode.

Q: 7. This is compatible with Canon MarkIV? I am thinking to buy Twist 60 optic as well!

A: Yes, it is compatible. Works perfectly on 5Dmkiv.

Q: 8. Is it compatible with Nikon d300s?

A: Yes, the Composer Pro II with Sweet 50 Optic for Nikon F-mount is compatible with your Nikon D300s camera. It will work in Aperture Priority mode and your in-camera light meter will work or you can shoot in Manual mode.

Q: 9. Can I use this with my Olympus OM-D E-M1?

A: Yes! It will work in Aperture Priority Mode and your in-camera light meter will work or you can shoot in Manual Mode.

Q: 10. I currently have a D5300 DX format camera. I want to buy a Lensbaby 50 but I want to ensure I can also use it on a full frame because I plan to up grade my camera in the next year to an Nikon 850?

A: The Composer Pro II with Sweet 50 Optic works great on both a crop sensor and full-frame camera.