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Nikon N1-CL1 40.5mm Close Up Lens - Black
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Explore the World Up CloseThe Nikon N1-CL1 40.5mm Close Up Lens allows you to capture detailed macro-like photographs with your 1 NIKKOR lens. This convenient accessory easily attaches to the front of compatible lenses, offering increased magnification for stunning close-up effects. Lens Diamet...
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Overview
Explore the World Up Close
The Nikon N1-CL1 40.5mm Close Up Lens allows you to capture detailed macro-like photographs with your 1 NIKKOR lens. This convenient accessory easily attaches to the front of compatible lenses, offering increased magnification for stunning close-up effects.
- Lens Diameter: 40.5mm
- Compatibility: 1 NIKKOR lenses with 40.5mm filter-attachment size (10mm f/2.8, 18.5mm f/1.8, 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6, 11-27.5mm f/3.5-5.6, 30-110mm f/3.8-5.6)
- Color: Black
- Included: Lens, Case
Key Features
Attach the N1-CL1 to enable macro-like photography with a standard 1 NIKKOR kit lens, such as the 1 NIKKOR 30-110mm lens.
Highly portable: just 7 mm thin and weighing only 9.2 g (approx.), this is a lightweight and compact option for close-up photography.
Multi-layer coating: Nikon’s specialized lens coating minimizes unwanted reflections.
Compatible with any 1 NIKKOR lens that has a 40.5 mm filter-attachment size.
Specifications
Model
N1-CL1
Type
Close Up Lens
Filter Thread Size
40.5mm
Thickness
7 mm
Weight
9.2 g (approx.)
Lens Coating
Multi-layer coating
Color
Black
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Enables macro-like photography with a standard 1 NIKKOR kit lens, expanding photographic capabilities without needing a dedicated macro lens.
- Highly portable due to its thin 7mm profile and lightweight design of approximately 9.2g, making it easy to carry.
- Features Nikon’s specialized multi-layer coating, which helps to minimize unwanted reflections and improve image quality.
- Compatible with any 1 NIKKOR lens that has a 40.5 mm filter-attachment size, offering good versatility within the 1 NIKKOR system.
- Provides an economical way to explore close-up photography using existing lenses.
👎 Cons
- Its function is specifically for macro-like photography, meaning it doesn't replace the full capabilities of a true macro lens.
- Only compatible with 1 NIKKOR lenses that have a 40.5 mm filter-attachment size, limiting its use with other lens types or brands.
- As an accessory, it requires an existing compatible lens to function, not being a standalone solution.
- The "close up lens" nature suggests it primarily shortens the minimum focusing distance, not necessarily improving magnification or optical quality inherent to dedicated macro lenses.
- Might introduce some optical aberrations at the very edges of the frame due to its supplementary lens design.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary purpose of the Nikon N1-CL1 Close Up Lens?
The primary purpose of the Nikon N1-CL1 is to enable macro-like photography when attached to a standard 1 NIKKOR kit lens, such as the 1 NIKKOR 30-110mm lens.
How portable is this close-up lens?
This close-up lens is highly portable, measuring just 7 mm thin and weighing only approximately 9.2 g, making it a lightweight option for close-up photography.
What kind of lenses is the N1-CL1 compatible with?
The N1-CL1 is compatible with any 1 NIKKOR lens that has a 40.5 mm filter-attachment size.
Does the lens have any special coatings?
Yes, it features Nikon’s specialized multi-layer coating designed to minimize unwanted reflections for better image quality.
What color is the Nikon N1-CL1 Close Up Lens?
The Nikon N1-CL1 Close Up Lens is black in color.
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