Building a Super Cheap Focuser for Anamorphic Lenses

[@ItsDrewsif]

I think it’s wildly understated in this video just how difficult working with 3d printed threads is. I’ve managed to sand everything down from the prints to fit my helicoid but getting the retaining ring in for the rear element (haven’t gotten to the front one yet) is nearly impossible to the point where I believe I may have actually bent the aluminum retaining ring in trying to get it to fit into the threads. Really cool idea but exceptionally difficult to accomplish.

[@ItsDrewsif]

Yep, quick update: in my attempts to remove said retaining ring I’ve actually managed to apply enough pressure to crack the entire thread portion of the 3d print rear element. My only hope now is to be able to very precisely break the ring so that it successfully holds the lens element in place.

[@ItsDrewsif]

And that’s exactly what I did! I ended up taking a flat head screwdriver and a rubber mallet and very very carefully forcing the retaining ring down against the rear element. It works and it stays, but the rear 3d print gets even *more* stuck against the helicoid when trying to focus. Smooth focus throws are not going to happen with this. Front element and ring, ironically went in without a hitch. Now I’m just waiting on a 72mm to m65 adapter ring from RAF Camera to attach it to my Sankor 16-D.

[@djchrisnobeat]

Brasil e Nois mano.

[@bodycode]

hi there , i cant find the 3 d print files...where can i download them ?

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Sadly, I don't have them at hand anymore.

[@geraldillo]

Good job; looks nice!

[@djkrowa]

True to the spirit of budget production methods! Hail to the king!

[@great.verity]

Awesome tutorial! Thank you

[@pucasx]

Bravo!!! Another home run! Thanks Tito

[@gomby74]

Hi and many Thx for this, but the discord link for the blue print leads... Nowhere ?

[@guitarandbeyondplus]

Has anyone tried this using a .043x 72mm wide angle adapter? Would it work?

[@konstantinplotkin988]

Hey! Great project, so cool single focus is possible for diy! What are focal length of those two lenses approximately? Or more precise, how do they relate to each other? trying to get an idea of how the system works.

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Thanks Konstantin! That's beyond what I tried to learn of it. I didn't get to measure the power of each element. If you watch the video on the Pfocus, you'll see how one is a negative and the other a positive diopters, and a general idea of how it works.:)

[@konstantinplotkin988]

@@AnamorphicOnABudget What I was wondering is what the relation between the focal length of these two - is one the exact opposite of the other? (they should be to focus on infinity, so they cancel each other??..)

[@nothingness.emptiness]

Great idea I like how simplistic this is great execution the end result looked really cool, is there bigger glass for bigger lens options?

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Not that I know of... :(

[@nothingness.emptiness]

Anamorphic on a Budget I might need to try this thanks for sharing

[@erikmathy4211]

Thanks for all these amazing videos, man! They've been very educational and I've enjoyed them a ton. For this adapter it says the files are available via your Discord server. The link, however, seems to go to a server that's been shut down. I recently got a Schneider Super Cinelux 2, the dreaded one with the crazy front, and am exploring how to make it functional. Are the 3D files for the focuser still kicking around somewhere? Thank you!

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Hey Erik, the server is still going, but you need to be a 16mm member of the channel to get access to the server and files! :)

[@toastno6]

@@AnamorphicOnABudget Hi! Same question! Just joined at the 16mm level but can't find the flies for this adapter anywhere. Fun Discord though!

[@JaredBritt]

Where can one find the version with step up rings and epoxy?

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

I never made it.

[@JaredBritt]

@@AnamorphicOnABudget but you said “the original tutorial”.

[@phillipthomas4489]

Is there still a way to get these files? There seems to be no active link.

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

wtf is up with that "music" at 7:22?

[@creative_camera_lens]

If anyone is looking for a cheap one, I make budget solutions with high image quality and good build using vintage 60mm Lomo lenses.

[@levialgol8886]

How much is a single focus solution from you ?

[@creative_camera_lens]

@@levialgol8886 260$

[@TheCorruptedBunny]

Still selling? Looking for a focuser for a Ultra Star Red

[@creative_camera_lens]

@@TheCorruptedBunny yes write me a comment under my fm video

[@digitaldopamine3903]

Hello thanks for the video, will I be able to thread a variable ND filter to the front of this single focus system?

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

You should, as we have an 82mm front.

[@rfxmov]

Where's the link for the 3D models?

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

They're available for S35 members of the channel. Check the "Join" button and get access. :)

[@BoxerMuscleMilk]

Aye Brother Tito! I just did some mods to this exact Focus module you sold me. This thing is really sharp and clears with a 50mm taking lens on my GH5 using the ES CineLux. One question I had was is it possible to use a 0.7x Wide Angle Adapter with larger elements or is 0.45x Wide Angle adapters best?

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

The Pfocus uses a 0.7x wide angle adapter. This one uses a 0.45x. I think the results with the Pfocus are much cleaner. You can join the channel to see the assembly process! :)

[@kiritokxic]

my 1st project with DIY single focus is kinda this style, with cheapo 58mm macro - WA that i found on marketplace and the result is horrendous ahahaha

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

I gotta say, the results are pretty messy! hahahaah

[@LucasPfaff]

Regardless of the IQ, you made one, and you should be proud of that

[@Alex-CPopa]

Hey Tito, Does it work with Wide Angle Converter 0.75 also?

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

The spaces and specs will be different, but the idea is the same at heart.

[@Alex-CPopa]

@@AnamorphicOnABudget thank you!

[@andrewkishman4827]

Hey Tito. Thanks a lot for the videos. They've been a huge help. I have a question for you: If you were gonna use the slr magic 2x50 adaptor on the S5, what do you think would be the ideal lens focal length to pair it with? Would you recommend or discourage this pairing? Thanks!

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Thanks! An 85 would be the shortest focal length to clear the S5 sensor. :)

[@proudindian79]

love you man...! 💐

[@rtonerider9953]

Quick question on anamorphic stills: how can I de squeeze the image in Lightroom or PS express? (I’m shooting on an iPhone and don’t want to have to pay for an app...) Any help would be immensely appreciated!

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

I don't think you can. Lightroom for sure doesn't do it. I never tried PS Express.

[@karl-marxschweinsteiger1828]

I have a canon wide angle

[@radityapandet5396]

hii... nice single focuser, but i need a request for the 3d file? then I request one... hehehehe... really... really thanks... love your work...

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

I fixed the file permissions! It should be good now! :)

[@radityapandet5396]

@@AnamorphicOnABudget Thanks... :D

[@themassau]

I had real problems with the stl's the front part to fit it onto the helicoid its inner diameter was 1 mm off, the threads where a bit too tight so the tension rings got stuck in the back part. Causing me to cut the printed piece to save the parts. So yea i probably have to adapt the stls to make it fit correctly. If only i had the 3d files. any idea whom i could email for it?

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Oh crap! My original files are stuck in Fusion 360, since my free plan expired! I guess not all helicoids have the same values. :(

[@themassau]

@@AnamorphicOnABudget Oke i'll just redraw it then :) if i finish it i'll send it to you. Hopefully i have a little bit smoother threads then in the video.

[@themassau]

​@@AnamorphicOnABudget I eventually made a simpler system where i reuse the front metal part by printing an adapter ring that converts its diameter to the inside diameter of the helicoid. (3mm thick) this allowed it to double press fit it together. A good trick to avoid super glue stains is to use a hair dier for the first 5 minutes and then try to add a fan for some extra air movement. i.e. it is caused by moisture + stationary vapors.

[@zeuduslao]

@@themassau could you share this to the crowd please?:D

[@themassau]

@@zeuduslao I never really got it to work and kinda gave up on it. I.e. i didn't fouces properly. What i ended up doing was printing a very tight fitting ring to adapt the front element into the helicoid directly. This was strong enough to hold the front element in place and thus i could reuse the metal part.

[@HostoPhoto]

Nice build ! Use gloves to clean your glass

[@Ekonobel]

Why it's a bit soft n blurry?

[@stuCameraman1]

Uld be the taking lens (the 50mm lens at f1. 4) I use a helios 44 58mm f2... Sharp

[@glnnk_art]

This goes to the front of the Anamorphic lens, right? How would you approach a lens with a front diameter of, let's say, 110-130mm? XD

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Yes! Hmmm, I wouldn't approach it. I'd steer clear of anything like that. HAHAHA!

[@glnnk_art]

@@AnamorphicOnABudget Whoops :D Just got a 35 NAP 35mm Projector lens. Found it for fairly cheap, it will be a good point to start with anamorphics. If I can't find a large enough set of glass to build a focuser, I might just try developing an actual (ghetto) dual follow focus system. I know a bit about programming, AND I own a 3D printer. lol

[@martinw6297]

@@glnnk_art i am also looking for something cheap for my projection lens with a 82mm front element. Motorized servo controlled dual focus? 😉

[@apollo7714]

cool man

[@JohnBomboy]

That 1 👎 fella seems salty.

[@longlee1100]

all that work and picture quality is so horrible.........

[@hellopsp180]

mehhhhh