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Pseudo Soft Focus Lens

Minolta HiMatic E 40mm F1.7 adapted to m4/3.

 

Soft focus lenses haven't really made an appearance in the digital age (due to the availability of post-processing?). Since the m4/3 sensor is only 1/4 the size of a 35mm sensor there is four times more light entering the mirrorless box than should be. At F1.7 that generates a lot of reflected light which reduces contrast and softens the focus (effect goes away when you stop down).

 

Note - adding a light baffle will remove the effect.

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Uploaded on December 17, 2015
Taken on December 16, 2015