Introduction
KIPON has recently started shipping its new Version 2 PL-PL 1.25x Expander. This device is designed to work with most PL mount zoom and prime lenses, offering enhanced image quality and greater versatility.
Key Features
Advanced Optical Design
The KIPON Baveyes Cine Expander 1.25x V2 boasts an advanced optical system, featuring three groups of five high-refractive-index, low-dispersion glass elements. This design ensures maximum sharpness and color accuracy across the entire image.
High Light Input
With a maximum light input of F1.4, this expander is capable of maintaining brightness even at high-speed shooting. This makes it ideal for capturing sharp and clear images in low-light conditions or at maximum aperture.
Increased Lens Compatibility
The Version 2 expander offers a maximum lens immersion depth of 21mm, compared to the 17.5mm depth in the previous version. This increased flange distance allows for compatibility with a wider range of PL lenses and simplifies the installation process.
Functionality
Image Magnification
The adapter magnifies the image by a factor of 1.25x and extends the image circle up to 48mm. This feature provides greater versatility when using medium format and full-frame cameras.
Focal Length and Image Diameter Expansion
By expanding a lens’s focal length and image diameter by 25%, the KIPON Version 2 expander maintains as much light as possible, ensuring that the image remains bright and clear.
Improvements in V2
Redesigned Optical System
The Version 2 expander features a redesigned optical system with lens elements arranged in three groups. This new design ensures better sharpness and color accuracy, particularly at the maximum T-Stop of 1.4. The improved optics deliver superior image quality, especially in low-light conditions.
Enhanced Compatibility and Installation
The flange distance has been increased to 21mm, allowing for more space for certain PL lenses. This improvement not only increases the range of compatible lenses but also makes the installation process easier when mounting lenses.
Price and Availability
The KIPON Version 2 PL-PL 1.25x Expander is now available for purchase at a price of $4,080 USD. The package includes a lens checker to ensure compatibility and optimal performance.
Conclusion
The KIPON Version 2 PL-PL 1.25x Expander offers significant improvements over its predecessor, making it a valuable tool for photographers and videographers. With its advanced optical design, high light input, and increased compatibility, this expander is ideal for those looking to enhance the versatility and quality of their PL mount lenses.
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