Canon RF V-Lens

V-Lens: Imbue your digital shots with a vintage touch

V-Lens is an innovative lens adapter that utilizes the lens from an old disposable camera to lend your digital photographs an authentically vintage aesthetic.

As a photographer, I have always been captivated by the unique character of images captured with disposable cameras, particularly after discovering that each lens brand possesses its own distinctive style. From this passion, the idea for V-Lens was born—a customizable lens adapter allowing you to select and mount the lens that best suits your creative vision.

For this project, I chose to employ a Fuji lens, renowned for its characteristic style, to achieve shots with that unique, nostalgic touch I adore.

Materials and Procedure

• Printing Material: I printed V-Lens in PETG, though PLA also serves as a viable alternative.
• Lens: A lens from a disposable camera is required (new or used). After disassembling the camera, carefully extract the front lens element.
• Assembly: Simply adhere the lens to the designated area on the adapter's edge, and you're ready to shoot!
• The focal length is a fixed 28mm f/10.

Please Note: I initially used a PLA adhesive as pictured, but unfortunately, the fumes from the cyanoacrylate clouded the lens. I strongly recommend using a two-part epoxy adhesive such as this one.

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