Reviews
A really cool anamorphic lens light effect with a golden hue.
This product from K&F CONCEPT IS A 52 MM GOLD streak anamorphic lens flare look alike. This acts as a substitute for actual anamorphic light distortion. But does not recreate the wide angled low fisheye lens distortion of an actual lens of this type.
The whole concept is simple enough to understand. Two peaces of pristine glass with light refraction coatings. With gold filaments sandwiched between them. This is how the look of the flares is achieved.
When the camera focuses on distant objects the filament is blurred and all highlights passing in front of them will be refracted. Traditionally there were only two types of these on the market. A warm golden coloured one and a blue filament one. Now in the new market there are many different types of colours to choose from.
The caveats:
The lens flares can get overwhelming when filming at night time. Especially with cars and light posts it might be a bit distracting depending on the kind of shot you are looking for. In some cases the light streaks will look small and broken as shown on the picture above. This is do in part to how far away you are from you're subject and the depth of field used.
Final thoughts: 5 out of 5
This is a fantastic alternative to adding lens flares in post production, saving you time and money. Although, not as convincing as the real thing. It gets the job done and can really make you're productions stand out from the pack. Especially if you are going for a futuristic or sci-fi look. This will enhance the visual tone of certain shots. Bringing a bolder look to you're cinematography. 5 out of 5 for me. This is going to stay in my gig bag for sure.
The whole concept is simple enough to understand. Two peaces of pristine glass with light refraction coatings. With gold filaments sandwiched between them. This is how the look of the flares is achieved.
When the camera focuses on distant objects the filament is blurred and all highlights passing in front of them will be refracted. Traditionally there were only two types of these on the market. A warm golden coloured one and a blue filament one. Now in the new market there are many different types of colours to choose from.
The caveats:
The lens flares can get overwhelming when filming at night time. Especially with cars and light posts it might be a bit distracting depending on the kind of shot you are looking for. In some cases the light streaks will look small and broken as shown on the picture above. This is do in part to how far away you are from you're subject and the depth of field used.
Final thoughts: 5 out of 5
This is a fantastic alternative to adding lens flares in post production, saving you time and money. Although, not as convincing as the real thing. It gets the job done and can really make you're productions stand out from the pack. Especially if you are going for a futuristic or sci-fi look. This will enhance the visual tone of certain shots. Bringing a bolder look to you're cinematography. 5 out of 5 for me. This is going to stay in my gig bag for sure.
15/10/2024