Is a Lensbaby for me?

[LynziMarie]

I recently went to the lensbaby website, and I really am thinking about looking into getting one... I just have a few questions...

What exactly does a lensbaby do, and how does it work? You can see how it changes a photo, but what are the benefits of it?

What are some pros and cons of using a lensbaby?


I think it would be nice to have one, but only if I really understand what exactly it is and does! haha

 

[JimmyO]

It keeps one part of the image in focus, and throws the other parts way out of focus. Its cool, but many think a waste because you can do that in PP aswell.

 

[Sw1tchFX]

It's for selective focus sort-of-similar to a tilt or swing movement.

One of my friends did this with a heart shaped aperture on a lensbaby. He was trying to get this shot for over an hour, the heart-shaped bokeh is from white Christmas lights we spread around her.

 

[reg]

I like to think that a lensbaby isn't for anyone. But I suppose if you really wanted it and could find a use for it, then it is.

 

[LynziMarie]

hmm.... it's interesting...
I'm not sure I'd ever use it though :/