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This “weird” lens is the first of its kind
In the mood to get experimental with lenses? Our favorite “weird lens” enthusiast Mathieu Stern is at it again with another recommendation that might capture your interest if you’re after unique looks. In the quick video above, Stern introduces us to the Blazar Beetle 45mm T3.2, a 1.33X anamorphic lens, which he described as the first of its kind. This is because the compact Full Frame lens gives you four different anamorphic looks by simply rotating the lens. He also demonstrates how its standout feature—the 90-degree rotation mechanism of the lens barrel—can be used to switch between each different creative options. Stern also noted that the Beetle lens is designed mainly with photographers in mind since it uses the full sensor of the camera. Meanwhile, since it’s small and lightweight, it’s also perfect for street and travel photography. He also briefly discusses the other advantages of the lens that could be particularly interesting to those who want to achieve the anamorphic look. So, what do you think? Is this a “weird lens” that you’d be interested to add to your tool kit? Share your insights in the comments below!
In the mood to get experimental with lenses? Our favorite “weird lens” enthusiast Mathieu Stern is at it again with another recommendation that might capture your interest if you’re after unique looks.
In the quick video above, Stern introduces us to the Blazar Beetle 45mm T3.2, a 1.33X anamorphic lens, which he described as the first of its kind. This is because the compact Full Frame lens gives you four different anamorphic looks by simply rotating the lens. He also demonstrates how its standout feature—the 90-degree rotation mechanism of the lens barrel—can be used to switch between each different creative options.
Stern also noted that the Beetle lens is designed mainly with photographers in mind since it uses the full sensor of the camera. Meanwhile, since it’s small and lightweight, it’s also perfect for street and travel photography. He also briefly discusses the other advantages of the lens that could be particularly interesting to those who want to achieve the anamorphic look.
So, what do you think? Is this a “weird lens” that you’d be interested to add to your tool kit? Share your insights in the comments below!
