As indicated above, the respective weights of the 24mm/35mm/65mm are 230g/325g/405g and the total is 960g. Even if you carry three, they weigh only about 1 kg. This feeling is similar to the feeling of carrying around the Micro Four Thirds lenses, which I have been using regularly, and it is possible to shoot with high mobility. I am grateful to be able to easily put the unrigged mirrorless camera and these three lenses in a small camera bag and shoot around all day.
These three lenses have different filter diameters. The filter diameters of the 24mmF3.5/35mmF2/65mmF2 are 55mm/58mm/62mm respectively (the 45mmF2.8 DG DN of the same I series is 55mm, which is the same as the 24mm). Of course, the focal length and f-number are different, so I think it's inevitable that the sizes will be different. I can't help but feel it.
It is possible to prepare different filters for each, but in my case, I prepared step-up rings for all lens diameters in order to match the 77mm filter that I am used to using.
For this, we used Xume sold by Manfrotto to make it easy to attach and detach the filter. There is a considerable difference between the diameter of the ND filter and the filter of the lens, which makes it unsightly, but it does not change the convenience.
This I series comes with a magnetic metal cap. This cap fits magnetically over the entire surface of the lens.
The back of the cap has been brushed to prevent scratches on the lens body when the cap is attached.
Also, if you use the dedicated lens cap holder (CH-11), you can attach the cap to your favorite place such as your belt or backpack.
It's a beautiful industrial product and a very interesting gimmick, but in the case of video shooting, it's almost essential to use an ND filter during daylight shooting. It seems to be useful for stills, but I didn't get this benefit when shooting video during the day.
On the other hand, since filters are almost unnecessary for nighttime and still photography, I would like to share my thoughts on using this combination of lens cap and holder.
It's a bit dry, but this cap is difficult to remove with the metal hood on, and there are many points that need improvement in terms of convenience. If there is a handle on the surface, it seems that the cap can be removed with the hood attached, but for some reason it is not shaped like that.
This style is very attractive, so I would like to expect improvements in convenience in the future.
