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Lens Specifications
The first Wide Angle Lens specially designed for use with multiple camera's/camcorders. The gIGI® series of Wide Angle Lenses we carry are among some of the most versatile distortion free conversion lenses around.

Many photographers and film makers around the world have used the gIGI® wide angle lens and have called it an absolute essential in film making; whether you are taking a photograph in the Amazon forest, filming a high speed car chase for a movie, or if you're simply video taping your loved ones on a family outing, leave the cropping for computer software, capture everything with the gIGI® Wide Angle Lens.

It’s easy to use your new gIGI® Wide Angle Lens. Increase the versatility of your existing lens to provide breathtaking ultra wide photographs such as the examples on our homepage.

The gIGI® Wide Angle Lens is compatible with any camera or camcorder with a thread (35mm Film/Digital camera's & 16mm Bolex camera's included):

  • SONY
  • PANASONIC
  • CANON
  • FUJI
  • NIKON
  • MINOLTA
  • SAMSUNG
  • JVC
  • OLYMPUS
  • LEICA
  • AGFA
  • KODAK
Although the gIGI® Wide Angle Lens will fit many more camera brands, the list above are some of the more common camera brands on the market:

Specifications:

POWER: Time conversion factor of your current lens setting plus a Macro mode.

OPTICAL SYSTEM: Conversion type mounts on front of existing lens.

MOUNTING SYSTEM: Screw type in front of existing camera lens.

OPTICS: Designed to maximize use day and night with optics coated to provide maximum image transmission with a minimum distortion.

AUTO FOCUS: Utilizes camera auto focus system.

ADAPTABILITY: Maintains all regular camera functions. Use your camcorder as you normally would.

COMPATIBILITY: The gIGI® Wide Angle Lens works with all standard VHS-C, Mini-DV & 8mm camcorders, Bolex cameras, or 35mm SLR film or digital cameras with a thread.

LENS CARE: Store your lens away from heat or direct sunlight. Never store in a car. Never wipe or rub a dry lens, always clean with lens cleaning fluid. Always follow the instructions that came with your camera or camcorder to obtain the best results.

Note:

It is recommended that you purchase a lens cleaning package and/or a UV filter with any wide angle lens.

How to use your wide angle lens:

Step 1: This converter lens mounts into the filter accessory threads on your existing camera lens.

Step 2: Use your camera as you normally would. This lens maintains all the original functions plus providing fisheye lens conversion power.

Step 3: For best results use smallest lens opening and set the focus to infinity. For macro or close-ups use a closer focusing range to obtain the desired results.

Step 4: The macro mode is accomplished by unscrewing the front lens assembly and using the section labels macro with my existing lens to provide macro operation.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions about this lens. Phone: 1800.601.7511 (Toll free) Email: specs@mywideanglelens.com