Overview

The Lensbaby Burnside 35 is a dual-aperture lens offering a Petzval-style optical design with a sharp central focus, excellent contrast, and swirly bokeh that is most pronounced at f/2.8 and fades by f/8. Its unique secondary aperture slider controls vignetting (Tyson Robichaud). Build quality is solid, and minimum focus is 6" (Tyson Robichaud). Optical weaknesses include a strong character that may not suit those seeking perfection. It suits creative photographers who prefer in-camera effects over post-processing.