Diagonal to Circular Fisheye image
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A fabulous 185-degree Circular Fisheye conversion lens was introduced from
Raynox, called DCR-CF187PRO, DCR-CF185PRO Once again, Raynox filled the need of advanced
image creators. Upon mounting on the zoom lens, it opens the field of view
to the ultra wide angle, the diagonal fisheye angle and to the circular
fisheye images. A very interesting feature of this particular lens makes
it possible to change the scenery from an ultra wide angle view to a diagonal
fisheye and to the circular fisheye or the other way, by zooming the lens.
DCR-CF187PRO comes with 4-adapter rings for 43mm/ 52mm/ 55mm/ 58mm filter
sizes
DCR-CF185PRO comes with 2-adapter rings for 52mm/ and 58mm filter
sizes
There is no difference in the quality of lens between DCR-CF187PRO and DCR-CF185PRO.
DCR-CF185PRO was discontinued its production in Apr/08
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Click the lens to comparison images
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185-degree Field of View on all directions
4-Group-6-element High Definition Design
Shifts Diagonal to Circular Fisheye Image*
Four adapter rings included**
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lens must be about 36mm or shorter (equivalent of 35mm film format). Otherwise,
it may not make a complete Circular Fish-Eye image. *There are some cameras
you can shoot a Circular Fish-Eye picture but not a Diagonal Fish-Eye image. Video camcorder may not achieve circular fisheye image. **DCR-CF187PRO |
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Upon mounting on the zoom lens, The DCR-CF187PRO/DCR-CF185PRO opens the field of view
to the ultra wide angle, the diagonal fisheye angle and to the circular
fisheye images. It's a completely new high definition lens made of the
high index optical coated lens with a 4-group/6-element formula to obtain the maximum resolution power of 500 lines/mm at center (MTF30%), while it has low dispersion.
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Specifications & Measurements |
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Magnification |
Nominal 185-degree
Actual 185-degree Diagonal, 185-degree Horizontal |
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Lens construction |
4-group/6-element, Coated optical glass elements |
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Front Filter thread |
None |
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Mounting thread |
62mm |
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Dimensions |
98mm x 96mm |
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Weight |
560g(20oz) |
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Accessories |
DCR-CF187PRO: 4-adapter ring, Lens pouch, Lens caps, Instruction manuals
DCR-CF185PRO: 2-adapter ring, Lens pouch, Lens caps, Instruction manuals |
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Camera's Maximum Wideangle image with DCR-CF187PRO. |
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This Panorama image is made by trimming and stretching.
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The above is simulated Circular Fisheye image and Diagonal Fisheye coverage. |
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● RA6243 F62-M43mm Adapter ring
for 43mm filter size.
(DCR-CF187PRO-Included accessory)
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● RA6252 F62-M52mm Adapter ring
for 52mm filter size.
(DCR-CF187PRO/DCR-CF185PRO-Included accessory)
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● RA6255 F62-M55mm Adapter ring
for 43mm filter size.
(DCR-CF187PRO-Included accessory)
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●RA6258 F62-M58mm Adapter ring
for 58mm filter size.
(DCR-CF187PRO/DCR-CF185PRO-Included accessory)
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● RA6272 F62-M72mm Adapter ring
for 72mm filter size.
(Sold separately.)
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●The Fish-Eye lens is a precision optical instrument, assembled with critical alignment tolerance. Do not subject it to severe shock and to the conditions of excessive cold, heat or humidity. Do not disassemble the lens.
●See the focusing on the LCD monitor. Thru the optical finder, you cannot
capture the whole broadened angle of view.
●To achieve a Circular Fish-Eye image, the focal length of the camera's
lens must be about 36mm or shorter (equivalent of 35mm film format). Otherwise,
it may not make a complete Circular Fish-Eye image. There are cameras you
can shoot a Circular Fish-Eye picture but not a Diagonal Fish-Eye image
while the DCR-CF187PRO is attached.
●The built-in remote control system of the camera may not function properly,
when the Fish-Eye lens is attached. It is recommended to make a trial shooting
before you use the remote control system.
●Please remove the DCR-CF187PRO lens and holder from the camera after completing
your shooting.
●There would be a possibility of viewing the ' vignetting ' on PC monitor screen, even though it did not appear on the camera's LCD monitor.
●Do not use the built-in flash while the DCR-CF187PRO is attached.
●The DCR-CF187PRO lens weighs 560g (1.24 lbs) and it's a rather heavy stuff
and may limit the way of shooting condition. Be careful in handling the
camera with the lens attached, such as supporting or protecting the lens
by your own hand.
● Screw-thread pitch size is 0.75mm unless specified.
● Although you may detect a white dot in the DCR-CF187PRO lens sometimes when looking into from the front, but it's not out of normal and would not affect any of image quality.
●The specifications and cosmetic designs may change without a notice.
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The above is simulated Circular Fisheye image and Diagonal Fisheye coverage.
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●Exposing the conversion lens to a warm atmosphere in an instant way from the cold area may create some dew on and inside the lens. When it happened inside the lens, keep the lens in a dry area till the dew disappear before using. Repeating such may leave dirt spot - (mildew) and affect the image.
●All of Raynox conversion lenses are proudly made in Japan. At our owned manufacturing subsidiary, every stage of production is rigorously checked and tested so that the lens elements compensate effectively for astigmatism, distortion and spherical aberration.... for an excellent image quality.
●The lens is neither made for dust-free nor moisture/water-proof.
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