Lens for starbursts

**PocketPixels** · 02-03-2021, 03:58 PM

Originally posted by ZombieArmy

While not the best, I was pretty surprised of the quality of starburst produced by the M75-150.

I really like that first (top) picture. I would have cropped it differently, but the starburst, the tone, the clouds, the vehicle headlights—that is a standout job!

**UncleVanya** · 02-05-2021, 01:31 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Wasp

Permit me a stupid question. Why not use a filter? There are many available, so you get the one that achieves the desired effect with the lens you already have.

I addressed this in post 33.

Rainbow look to the rays
Unequal length
Generally less aesthetically pleasing

**UncleVanya** · 02-05-2021, 01:33 PM

Originally posted by SharkyCA

Yes,it is, but an option nonetheless. Is it possible to couple the Starburst filters with Starburst produced by the lens?

In most ways that is the least attractive option. In post 33 there’s an external link. If you follow it there’s an example showing that. When combined the effects look very jumbled.

SharkyCA · 02-05-2021, 07:00 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by UncleVanya

In most ways that is the least attractive option. In post 33 there’s an external link. If you follow it there’s an example showing that. When combined the effects look very jumbled.

Yes, I do see your point, or should I say points! Can't discount taking time to compose a good photo!

Thanks for your input Uncle! Just got my m42 adapter for a Helios 44-2 58 I was gifted, time to play around!

tncasual · 03-14-2021, 07:07 PM - **1 Like**

I thought I should update this thread.

I replaced the Samyang 24mm with a Rokinon 20mm 1.8. While the sunstars are not up to the quality of the LTD lenses, I am happy with what it gives. It has a bit of ghosting and flaring, but it is manageable.

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02-03-2021, 03:58 PM	#46
PocketPixels Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 385	Originally posted by ZombieArmy While not the best, I was pretty surprised of the quality of starburst produced by the M75-150. I really like that first (top) picture. I would have cropped it differently, but the starburst, the tone, the clouds, the vehicle headlights—that is a standout job!

02-05-2021, 01:31 PM - 1 Like	#47
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,398	Originally posted by Wasp Permit me a stupid question. Why not use a filter? There are many available, so you get the one that achieves the desired effect with the lens you already have. I addressed this in post 33. Rainbow look to the rays Unequal length Generally less aesthetically pleasing

02-05-2021, 01:33 PM	#48
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,398	Originally posted by SharkyCA Yes,it is, but an option nonetheless. Is it possible to couple the Starburst filters with Starburst produced by the lens? In most ways that is the least attractive option. In post 33 there’s an external link. If you follow it there’s an example showing that. When combined the effects look very jumbled.

02-05-2021, 07:00 PM - 1 Like	#49
SharkyCA Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 806	Originally posted by UncleVanya In most ways that is the least attractive option. In post 33 there’s an external link. If you follow it there’s an example showing that. When combined the effects look very jumbled. Yes, I do see your point, or should I say points! Can't discount taking time to compose a good photo! Thanks for your input Uncle! Just got my m42 adapter for a Helios 44-2 58 I was gifted, time to play around!

03-14-2021, 07:07 PM - 1 Like	#50
tncasual Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Tennessee Posts: 880 Original Poster	I thought I should update this thread. I replaced the Samyang 24mm with a Rokinon 20mm 1.8. While the sunstars are not up to the quality of the LTD lenses, I am happy with what it gives. It has a bit of ghosting and flaring, but it is manageable.

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