BTW -- I'm sure you know that you can change apertures in the Lensbabies. I don't know what aperture you used, but I'd suggest starting with the smallest available to minimize the bizarre effects (although I thought you used them effectively!). I find f/8 to be an okay starting point, and it is the smallest I have on hand. I would like to try f/11 and f/16 as well. I think Lensbabies has potential for special looks, suitable for some portraits and still life, and even dreamy outdoor scenes. I got the original version as a gift and then bought the version 2.0 (double element) and Muse (plastic element) to try out. I've gotten a few good shots and had some fun, so will keep them. At the moment, I like the added clarity of the 2.0 lens.
Keep having fun!
(PS -- Sorry, I see you have the Sweet 50, with built-in aperture blades (not the disc I was referring to). Try using something like ISO 400 and smaller aperture settings and see how you like it.)
Thank you very much for the compliment and helpful information! Beautiful winter day today, so I went for a walk and brought the Lensbaby (also the Nokton 50/1.5 just in case). I have only had time for a quick look at the shots but think I got some that I like a little better than the last time. People say that the lens has a strong learning curve so perhaps I have been a little impatient when expecting good results right away. I did try f/16 and with this lens there is still a clear "lensbaby look", but less extreme. Ill take your advice and try different apertures more often. Anyway, you're right that it's fun and after all that's the most important about a hobby! I remember seeing some nice Lensbaby shots from you before. Hope you'll post more later.
Jan 14, 2017 at 11:18 AM
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