Machang Optical’s camera lens brand “KamLan” will release the new model “KamLan KL 70mm F1.1” on May 26, 2023. The estimated market price is around $300 including tax.
The KamLan KL 70mm F1.1 is a high-speed lens designed for APS-C cameras. The focal length of 70mm, which is equivalent to a 105mm medium-telephoto lens in full-frame conversion, can be used for a variety of purposes, including portraits. The extremely bright maximum aperture of F1.1 makes it possible to use it for a wide range of creative expressions.
At the maximum aperture of F1.1, it produces soft, rich gradations and beautiful bokeh, making it ideal for portraits and portraits. Narrowing down the aperture by 2-3 stops will improve contrast and sharpness, allowing you to enjoy a variety of expressions with a single lens.
Sample photo taken with this lensIn addition, the extremely bright open F value of F1.1 demonstrates its power in shooting in dark places such as nighttime snapshots. The high-class lens barrel is made of solid metal, and you can feel the texture of the metal and the right amount of weight. The torque-feel focus ring enables comfortable focus adjustment even with manual focus. Since the aperture ring is clickless, it is said to be ideal for video shooting.
A metal hood is included as standard. In addition to cutting harmful rays, it also protects the large front element. A commercially available filter with a diameter of φ77mm can be used at the tip of the lens.
| Focal length | 70mm |
| Aperture range | F1.1-F11 |
| angle of view | 24° |
| format | APS-C |
| lens configuration | 9 elements in 7 groups |
| Shortest shooting distance | 0.8m |
| mass | 776g (depending on mount) |
| size | 80mm x 96mm (depending on mount) |
| filter thread | φ77mm |
| Corresponding mount | SONY E/Fuji FX/Canon EF-M/Micro Four Thirds |
