Photojojo’s 90-Degree SLR Spy Lens
March 31, 2009 by Rico Mossesgeld
Filed under Digital Cameras
A perfect example of “Now why didn’t I think of that?” making perfect sense: Photojojo recently made its Super-Secret Spy Lens available for purchase on its website. For at least $50, you get an SLR lens attachment that contains a 90-degree mirror inside, allowing users to point their camera away from the subject and still get the desired picture.
The setup works because it blends in with the camera very nicely, making your actual lens look longer than it really is. Perceptive subjects-to-be may suddenly notice that gaping whole on the side of your “lens” though.
This accessory is definitely a welcome boon for photographers wanting to capture candid moments without intimidating the subject(s) with their intrusive lens. The Super-Secret Spy Lens swivels 360 degrees, unfortunately making upskirts (by orienting the mirror upwards) and cleavage shots (downwards) that much easier.
Other issues to watch out for are lack of support for fish-eye and wide-angle lenses, and apparent vignetting (which may actually make the final picture look more awesome.
(image courtesy of Photojojo)
That is not new. I bought one of these lenses three years ago. Although it was handy and fun to use I was not too bkoken up when I dropped it and broke the mirror. I did not bother having it replaced.
I was a private investigator at the time and it was good to use if you didn’ want to spook someone in a public place.
I would like to know if my auto focus on the SONY a70090 would be affected while using this lens .
CORRECTION :
That’s a SONY A700. Not a A70090
Herb