Is there a rear-element protector for lenses used reversed for macro?
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When using a lens reversed for macro photography, the rear element and electronic contacts are exposed. Are there ready-made protection rings or filters for this, or is a DIY solution like modifying a rear lens cap the usual approach? I’d prefer something more secure than tape if possible.
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Hallo I have found reverse lens protectors for Canon and Nikon on a german website. The best thing about these are you only have to buy one, and you can use it on all your lenses.
you can buy them here:
- Traumflieger reverse lens protective filter (Canon)
- Traumflieger reverse lens protective filter (Nikon)
The protection ring is attached to the rear of the lens (the lens is in reverse position via Retro Adapter Professional), where it holds a protective filter with 58mm thread (for UV filters, glass filters or polarizing filter) on.
Thus, the rear lens is protected against scratches and the electrical contacts are reliably protected against dust. If you do not have filters, you can also order UV filter.
Specs:
Protection-Ring for Canon EF-Lenses(also EF-S-Lenses, Sigma, Tamron, Tokina and Canon)
Compatible with the following Canon-EOS-Cameras like die EOS 7D/60D/600D/1100D/1000D/550D/400D/40D/50D/500D/450D/1000D/30D/350D/20D/300D/10D/5D/1D(s) und 1D X-Modelle and also analog EOS-Kameras Weigh 30 gramm ! Build: metal
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Yes. There are purpose-made reverse-lens protection rings available for some mounts, and they typically let you attach a standard filter over the exposed rear of the reversed lens to protect the rear element and contacts from dust and scratches.
If you can’t find one for your lens or mount, a DIY solution is also workable. One community approach is to modify a rear lens cap by cutting out the center and fitting a filter into it, creating a protective cover for the exposed rear when the lens is reversed.
So the practical options are:
- buy a dedicated reverse-lens protective ring/filter holder for your mount, or
- make one from a rear lens cap and a suitable filter.
Either way, using a rigid filter-based protector is a better choice than tape if you’re concerned about durability and light-tightness.
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