Chinese optical manufacturer Mitakon has appear a macro lens with a maximum magnification ratio of 4.5:one. The Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm F2 4.5x Super Macro offers the opportunity to fill the frame of a 35mm-sized camera with objects four and a half times smaller than the photographic camera's sensor and tin focus every bit close as 20cm, according to the visitor's specification sheet.

The lens is manual focus, has apertures from F2 to F16, and uses a 3-bladed iris. The construction is of six elements in four groups with a metallic barrel and a total length of only 60mm. The lens can't be used for normal infinity focusing and the lowest magnification factor is 4x, and then it is solely for macro use.

Mitakon says the lens is available in mounts for Catechism EF, Nikon F, Sony FE, Sony A, Pentax Thousand, Sony E, Fujifilm 10 and Micro Four Thirds cameras, and costs $199. For more information visit the Mitakon website.

Press release

ZY Optics releases the Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm f/ii 4.5X Super Macro Lens for high magnification shots

Zhongyi Eyes (ZY Optics) has released a new compact Super Macro Lens for total frame cameras, the Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm f/2 4.5x Super Macro Lens and information technology features a high reproduction ratio upwards to four.5:one.

Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm f/2 4.5X Super Macro Lens is very compact in its class which allows photographers to capture extremely fine details or patterns with ease. The lens is capable of creating unbelievable macro images ranging from 4x to iv.5x magnification. Users no longer need to DIY or use any extension tubes to reach high magnification shooting. It incorporates a 6pcs of elements in 4 groups construction which delivers impressive resolution from corners to corners. Weighing only 0.five lbs (230g) and 6cm long, it is a perfect companion for wild fauna and outdoor shooting. The wide angle of view and shut focusing distance allows you lot to compose creative images with more information included into the frame. Greater magnification (up to 13:i) can also be achieved by stacking extension tubes or bellows. The high magnification is too extremely useful for scientific purposes.

The enclosure of the lens is made of metallic to strengthen its durability. Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony Iron, Sony Blastoff, Pentax K, Sony East, Micro Four Thirds, Fuji X mounts are available.

Pricing & Availability

Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm f/2 4.5X Super Macro Lens is now bachelor to send and buy at ZY Optics authorized resellers and at our official website (http://www.zyoptics.internet/). The Recommended Retail price is USD 199.