Wakaaki Optical Poison Mirror DULENS APO
Best unique rendering for artistic portrait photographers.
This lens brings a vintage, Sonnar-inspired character to modern digital sensors, balancing clinical sharpness with a dreamy, soft-focus rendering. It is a manual-focus purist’s tool that prioritizes tactile control and optical personality over the convenience of autofocus, making it perfect for those who want to slow down and craft their shots.
$469.00
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Who it's for
- Detail-oriented photographers demanding pristine image quality and accurate colors.
- Portrait artists aiming for stunning subject isolation and dreamy backgrounds.
- Creative image-makers seeking a lens with a unique and expressive visual flair.
Who should skip it
- Photographers needing rapid autofocus or those new to manual lens control.
- Budget-conscious consumers or value-driven photographers exploring alternatives.
- Travel photographers or minimalists prioritizing lightweight and compact camera setups.
Performance breakdown
Chromatic Correction
Apochromatic design virtually eliminates color fringing in high-contrast lighting scenarios.
Build Quality
Aluminum alloy barrel and stainless mount offer professional-grade durability and feel.
Focus Precision
Precision helicoid provides smooth, tactile feedback for critical manual focusing.
Bokeh Rendering
Nine diaphragm blades create soft, natural background blur for portraiture.
Video Versatility
Stepless aperture control allows for silent, seamless exposure adjustments during recording.
Portability
Compact, lightweight form factor makes this an ideal travel-friendly prime lens.
Key Specs
Focal length
85mm
Lens mount
Nikon F
Compatible sensor formats
35mm full size
Maximum aperture
f/2.0
Aperture range
f/2.0-f/16
Filter thread diameter
55mm
Focus type
Manual focus (MF)
Lens configuration
7 elements in 6 groups
Specialized glass
2 abnormally dispersed lenses, 3 lanthanide glasses, 1 high refractive index glass
Minimum focus distance
0.9m
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