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Archive 2015Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
p.2 #1Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
If the III is like the I, the threaded petal lens hood can be removed from the lens body for turning on a lathe or hand machining. Unthread the ID ring to expose 3 or 4 screws that hold on the hood.
Sep 22, 2015 at 07:01 PM
p.2 #2Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
Jim it looks like it's installed from the lens side. I dont see any screws and looks epoxied on. Tough to see inside the rings
Edited on Sep 22, 2015 at 07:32 PM · View previous versions
Edited on Sep 22, 2015 at 07:32 PM · View previous versions
Sep 22, 2015 at 07:22 PM
p.2 #3Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
Turns out doing it myself will be good just got confirmation on a gig to travel on the 29th to shoot wind mills. I'll need this lens for sure.
Sep 22, 2015 at 07:23 PM
p.2 #4Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
Here are the specs.
Focal Length 15 mm
Aperture Ratio 1:4,5
Minimum Aperture F 22
Lens Construction 11 elements in 9 groups
Angle of View 110˚
Aperture Blades 10
Minimum Focus 0,5 m
Maximum Diameter 64,8 mm
Length 55,2 mm
Mount M-Bajonett (VM)
Weight to be determined
Filter Size 58 mm
Color black
Others integrated lenshood (not detachable), rangefinder can be combined
Optional ---
Focal Length 15 mm
Aperture Ratio 1:4,5
Minimum Aperture F 22
Lens Construction 11 elements in 9 groups
Angle of View 110˚
Aperture Blades 10
Minimum Focus 0,5 m
Maximum Diameter 64,8 mm
Length 55,2 mm
Mount M-Bajonett (VM)
Weight to be determined
Filter Size 58 mm
Color black
Others integrated lenshood (not detachable), rangefinder can be combined
Optional ---
Sep 22, 2015 at 07:35 PM
p.2 #5Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
Guy. I think you did a great job, and if I had not already sent my lens to S.K Grimes before I saw your thread, I would have been tempted.
Then again, I would have to buy a new cutting wheel for my dremmel, black paint, and oh, a bottle of single malt to gain courage. So $65 seems fine to me.
Paul
Then again, I would have to buy a new cutting wheel for my dremmel, black paint, and oh, a bottle of single malt to gain courage. So $65 seems fine to me.
Paul
Sep 22, 2015 at 08:55 PM
p.2 #6Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
You got lucky Guy. Imagine if we could just unscrew this thing!! 
GMPhotography wrote:
Here are the specs.
Focal Length 15 mm
Aperture Ratio 1:4,5
Minimum Aperture F 22
Lens Construction 11 elements in 9 groups
Angle of View 110˚
Aperture Blades 10
Minimum Focus 0,5 m
Maximum Diameter 64,8 mm
Length 55,2 mm
Mount M-Bajonett (VM)
Weight to be determined
Filter Size 58 mm
Color black
Others integrated lenshood (not detachable), rangefinder can be combined
Optional ---
GMPhotography wrote:
Here are the specs.
Focal Length 15 mm
Aperture Ratio 1:4,5
Minimum Aperture F 22
Lens Construction 11 elements in 9 groups
Angle of View 110˚
Aperture Blades 10
Minimum Focus 0,5 m
Maximum Diameter 64,8 mm
Length 55,2 mm
Mount M-Bajonett (VM)
Weight to be determined
Filter Size 58 mm
Color black
Others integrated lenshood (not detachable), rangefinder can be combined
Optional ---
Sep 22, 2015 at 08:58 PM
p.2 #7Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
Lol yea I did not save money. Had to buy a new Dremel. Anyone got anything I can cut up. Lol
Thanks Paul
Thanks Paul
Sep 22, 2015 at 08:59 PM
p.2 #8Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
Fred Miranda wrote:
You got lucky Guy. Imagine if we could just unscrew this thing!!
Focal Length 15 mm
Aperture Ratio 1:4,5
Minimum Aperture F 22
Lens Construction 11 elements in 9 groups
Angle of View 110˚
Aperture Blades 10
Minimum Focus 0,5 m
Maximum Diameter 64,8 mm
Length 55,2 mm
Mount M-Bajonett (VM)
Weight to be determined
Filter Size 58 mm
Color black
Others integrated lenshood (not detachable), rangefinder can be combined
Optional ---
Funny you say that. I thought about it after I cut it to shreds. Now watch someone will tell me you can . Lol
You got lucky Guy. Imagine if we could just unscrew this thing!!
GMPhotography wrote
Here are the specs.Focal Length 15 mm
Aperture Ratio 1:4,5
Minimum Aperture F 22
Lens Construction 11 elements in 9 groups
Angle of View 110˚
Aperture Blades 10
Minimum Focus 0,5 m
Maximum Diameter 64,8 mm
Length 55,2 mm
Mount M-Bajonett (VM)
Weight to be determined
Filter Size 58 mm
Color black
Others integrated lenshood (not detachable), rangefinder can be combined
Optional ---
Funny you say that. I thought about it after I cut it to shreds. Now watch someone will tell me you can . Lol
Sep 22, 2015 at 09:01 PM
p.2 #9Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
Sorry for my tardiness on adding a photo of my modified lens I got back from S.K Grimes. Here it is:
Oct 09, 2015 at 08:10 AM
p.2 #10Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
Looks very nice. Thanks for posting. Are your intentions to stay 58 or do a step up like I did and build a removable hood
Oct 09, 2015 at 08:22 AM
p.2 #11Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
Guy, I have several high quality filters in 72mm, and as I primarily will use for Landscape (with tripod), I have step-up rings to cover all my usable lens.
Oct 09, 2015 at 12:48 PM
p.2 #12Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
Yes 72mm you could even build a hood with that diameter . Maybe 2 empty 72 rings where I can only use one with 67mm.
I really like the hood I built. Might try it for fun
I really like the hood I built. Might try it for fun
Oct 09, 2015 at 01:22 PM
p.2 #13Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
wondering if the new e mount coming out would be any different as far as turnaround time goes from SK grimes. I've got it on pre-order from adorama and already have plenty of 72 and 77mm filters id love to use.
Apr 16, 2016 at 06:38 PM
p.2 #14Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
I'm sure it would. Great company SK but more fun doing it yourself. Stress release. Lol
Apr 16, 2016 at 07:03 PM
p.2 #15Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
If I had a dremel I might try it, but after buying the tool plus cutoff wheels plus paint, it would likely be cheaper to send the lens off. or even buy new filters! but I like your DIY spirit
Apr 16, 2016 at 07:06 PM
p.2 #16Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
If I remember correctly, the turn around from SK Grimes was about 2 weeks door-to-door. I live on the west Coast too.
Apr 16, 2016 at 07:11 PM
p.2 #17Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
that's pretty quick! thanks for the info
Apr 16, 2016 at 07:12 PM
p.2 #18Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
No question it cost more. Got a really nice Dremel now. Lol
ruffellprefley wrote:
If I had a dremel I might try it, but after buying the tool plus cutoff wheels plus paint, it would likely be cheaper to send the lens off. or even buy new filters! but I like your DIY spirit
ruffellprefley wrote:
If I had a dremel I might try it, but after buying the tool plus cutoff wheels plus paint, it would likely be cheaper to send the lens off. or even buy new filters! but I like your DIY spirit
Apr 16, 2016 at 08:25 PM
p.2 #19Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
If you send the lens to Guy instead of Grimes, the turn around is less than 24 hours! He works overnight in his basement listening to Deep Purple. There is no guarantee on the end result though. They are one of a kind.
Wait, he can mark "GM" on your lens!
Wait, he can mark "GM" on your lens!
Apr 16, 2016 at 08:56 PM
p.2 #20Voigtlander CV15mm Version III Petal Removal
Love it. Lol
Oh wait send bottle of vodka with lens , for cleaning purposes you know. Lol
Fred Miranda wrote:
If you send the lens to Guy instead of Grimes, the turn around is less than 24 hours! He works overnight in his basement listening to Deep Purple. There is no guarantee on the end result though. They are one of a kind.
Wait, he can mark "GM" on your lens!
Oh wait send bottle of vodka with lens , for cleaning purposes you know. Lol
Fred Miranda wrote:
If you send the lens to Guy instead of Grimes, the turn around is less than 24 hours! He works overnight in his basement listening to Deep Purple. There is no guarantee on the end result though. They are one of a kind.
Wait, he can mark "GM" on your lens!
Apr 16, 2016 at 09:45 PM