DCR-CF187PRO High Definition 185º Circular Fish-Eye Conversion Lens
Diagonal to Circular Fisheye image
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.
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**
Specifications & Measurements
Magnification
Nominal 185-degree
Actual 185-degree Diagonal, 185-degree Horizontal
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 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
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.
Camera's Maximum Wideangle image with DCR-CF187PRO.
●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 565g (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.
●The specifications and cosmetic designs may change without prior notice.
The above is simulated Circular Fisheye image and Diagonal Fisheye coverage.
●Exposing the conversion lens to a warm atmosphere in an instant way from the cold area may create some dews on and inside the lens. When it happened inside the lens, keep the lens in a dry area till the dews disappear before using. Repeating such situation may leave dirt spot-(mildew) and affect the image. ●All of Raynox conversion lenses are proudly made in Japan. At our wholly 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.
The DCR-2025PRO/DCR-2020PRO lens is originally designed to produce optimum image quality when used with a camera/camcorder incorporated with 8-time or higher zoom lens.However, depending upon the matching with the type of camera lens it may produces a superb image quality with a zoom lens less than 8-time ratio such as 4 times or 6 times.
Compatible with HD-Camcorder
DCR-2025PRO/DCR-2020PRO are also suitable to the High Definition Digital Camcorders and DVCAM such as SONY HDR-FX7, VX-2100, VX-2000, VX-1000, PD-170, PD-150, PD-100, TRV-900,/950 Canon GL-1, GL-2, XM-1/2. etc.
A LIST OF ADAPTERS for your Camcorder filter thread sizes
● RA6243 F62-M43mm Adapter ring
for 43mm filter size.
(DCR-2025PRO-Included accessory)
● RA6252 F62-M52mm Adapter ring
for 52mm filter size.
(DCR-2025PRO/DCR-2020PRO-Included accessory)
● RA6255 F62-M55mm Adapter ring
for 55mm filter size.
(DCR-2025PRO-Included accessory)
● RA6258 F62-M58mm Adapter ring
for 58mm filter size.
(DCR-2025PRO/DCR-2020PRO-Included accessory)
NEW RA6272 F62-M72mm Adapter ring is also available.(Sold separately)
●** DCR-2025PRO/DCR-2020PRO may cause vignetting image( darkening one or more corner of the taken image )when used with this model.
●DCR-2025PRO/DCR-2020PRO was designed to use at most Telephoto position of camera's zoom lens.
●Zooming towards wide angle side while the lens is attached may result in some degree of darkening at the corners of the frame(vignetting). Use at the maximum telephoto position of the zoom lens.
●The remote control function may not work properly when the DCR-2025PRO/DCR-2020PRO is attached. Use the LCD monitor screen for getting a precise picture framing, not through the optical view finder.
●Be careful in handling the camera with the lens attached, such as supporting or protecting the lens by your own hand.
●The specifications and cosmetic designs may change without prior notice. ● Screw-thread pitch size is 0.75mm unless specified.
●Do not use the built-in flash while the DCR-2025PRO/DCR-2020PRO is attached. ●Exposing the conversion lens to a warm atmosphere in an instant way from the cold area may create some dews on and inside the lens. When it happened inside the lens, keep the lens in a dry area till the dews disappear before using. Repeating such situation may leave dirt spot-(mildew) and affect the image. ●All of Raynox conversion lenses are proudly made in Japan. At our wholly 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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Some of DCR series lenses come with a set of RA6252&RA6258 two adapter rings,such as DCR-2020PRO, DCR-FE180PRO and DCR-CF185PRO. Other than the specified, the DCR series lenses in general do not include any adapter rings or holders in the package, and if necessary please buy a suitable sized one separately. However, if you have already the same sized ring or holder came in purchasing other Raynox lenses you can use it.
All of Raynox conversion lenses are proudly made in Japan. At our wholly 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.