Launch of 'AstrHori 18mm F8.0 Macro 2:1 Periscope Lens APS-C' for Vivid Detail Depiction | E&I Creation Co., Ltd.
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E&I Creation Co., Ltd. launches a new series of 'AstrHori 18mm F8.0 Macro 2:1 Periscope Lens APS-C'. Announced on May 17, 2024. Manufacturer's suggested price is 244,000 yen (tax included). Compatible with Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Leica L, Canon EF, and Micro Four Thirds.
Break the Limits of Photography with Innovative Dual-Structure Lens
The 'AstrHori 18mm F8.0 Macro 2:1 Periscope Lens APS-C' adopts a dual-structure design with a main unit and periscope, utilizing slender barrels of Φ29mm×460mm and Φ23mm×452mm, enabling shooting from various angles.
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The aperture and focus rings are equipped with lens gears, making follow focus easier during video shooting. This supports professional video production. Additionally, it boasts a macro shooting magnification of 2x, an 80-degree field of view, and a minimum shooting distance of 0.474m, allowing macro photography as close as 0.5cm from the lens tip. It also features waterproof capabilities, supporting underwater shooting with the lens tip submerged up to 20cm.
Achieve Exceptional Image Quality and Durability with High-Refractive Lenses and Sapphire Glass
Featuring an optical design of 17 elements in 23 groups, including two high-refractive lenses and two low-dispersion lenses, it delivers exceptional image quality. The front lens uses scratch-resistant sapphire glass, ensuring superior durability.
Additionally, the lens tip is equipped with a 10-level adjustable LED ring (5W) powered via USB port, allowing brightness adjustments according to the shooting environment. By swapping the 90° lens module and direct module, it supports shooting from various angles. The periscope can be removed to use the main unit as a 90mm F8.0 macro lens, suitable for diverse shooting scenes.
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Key Specifications of the New Product
- Focal Length: Equivalent to 18mm (35mm format equivalent: 27mm)
- Compatible Image Sensor Size: APS-C
- Focus: MF (Manual Focus)
- Lens Construction: 17 elements in 23 groups (2 high-refractive lenses, 2 low-dispersion lenses)
- Minimum Shooting Distance: 0.5cm
- Aperture: F8.0-F28 (7 aperture blades)
- Filter Diameter: Not attachable
- Waterproof Mechanism: Fully waterproof up to 20cm from the lens tip
- Size: Φ29mm × 460mm (90° lens module) Φ23mm × 452mm (direct module) excluding mount
- Light Source: LED ring light at the tip (5W, 10-level adjustable)
- Weight: Approximately 756g (varies by mount)
- Direct module: Approximately 236g
- Storage: Two-part storage
- Accessories: Lens box, 2 lens soft cases, USB cable, 2 lens caps, 3 rear caps
- Compatible Mounts: Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Leica L, Canon EF, Micro Four Thirds
