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Lomography Petzval 58mm Art Lens

A modern recreation of Joseph Petzval's 1840 optical formula at 58mm f/1.9. Features a Bokeh Control Ring with seven intensity levels for adjustable swirly bokeh. Uses brass construction, Waterhouse aperture plates, and a gear-rack focusing mechanism.

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Robbie Ryan

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Rehoused by True Lens Services; used to recreate early photography look on Poor Things
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Last updated March 20, 2026