Simmod Lens launched two new caps for PL Mounts, trackable PL/LPL digicam physique caps for Apple AirTags, and broad base shimmable rear caps for PL lenses. Each caps might be ordered engraved with a private design. The trackable PL/LPL digicam physique cap might be bought for $25 (Apple AirTag not included). The broad base shimmable PL rear caps can be found for $30 straight on the SIMMOD Lens webshop. So let’s have a more in-depth have a look at these distinctive caps!

In the event you haven’t heard of this producer, SIMMOD Lens was based by cinematographer Ron Sim and is predicated in Canada. They provide all kinds of cine conversion kits, adapters, observe focus gear, and equipment for a variety of classic and pictures lenses. For instance, SIMMOD Lens not too long ago launched a PL Cine Professional lens adapter for mirrorless mounts.

However probably the most thrilling merchandise they provide are lens caps. In the event you suppose that is only a easy piece of plastic that you just placed on each ends of your lens, then you’ve gotten by no means checked out the SIMMOD Lens Caps!

Traceable PL and LPL physique caps – Supply: SIMMOD Lens

PL and LPL physique caps for Apple AirTags

SIMMOD Lens launched a physique cap for the PL and LPL Mount that hides an Apple AirTag inside. From the surface, it seems like a daily lens cap, assembled utilizing simply two screws. However now you’ll be able to simply and inexpensively observe your worthwhile cinema digicam discreetly. As a result of the port cap is made from ABS plastic, it supplies a superb transmission for the AirTag sign.

PL and LPL physique caps for Apple AirTags – Supply: SIMMOD Lens

Like some other lens cap from SIMMOD Lens, you’ll be able to customized design your personal emblem that can be printed straight in your lens cap at no further value. Present a PDF with a clear layer, add the file, and in 5 to 7 days you’re going to get your very personal particular person lens cap.

PL and LPL physique caps with customized design – Supply: SIMMOD Lens

Extensive base shimmable PL rear caps

The brand new PL rear caps can be found in plastic or aluminum design. The aluminum model is about ten occasions heavier (185g / 6,5 oz) than a standard plastic cap to decrease the middle of gravity of your lens. They’re accessible for most typical manufacturers of lens producers, from Angenieux to Yashica.

Extensive base PL rear caps with customized design – Supply: SIMMOD Lens

You may have the selection of 4 completely different colours (black, blue, pink, and brushed aluminum) and you’ll get them organized with a customized laser design in white or full colour. For a restricted time, the full-color possibility is freed from cost; in any other case, it’s $5 further.

Aside from the optical design options, why would you wish to use a special rear lens cap? The design thought of the brand new rear lens cap is just further safety on your lenses. With the broad 63mm / 2,5 in design of the cap, you’ll be able to put the lens in a protected and safe upright place. The lens cap comes with two 0,05mm shims that go underneath the rubber gasket for finetuning the cap to the dimensions of your lens.

Extensive base PL rear caps with shims – Supply: SIMMOD LensExtensive base PL rear caps – Supply: SIMMOD Lens

Pricing and availability

You may order all lens caps straight on the SIMMOD Lens web site. The physique caps for PL and LPL for AirTags (Apple AirTag not included) can be found for $25 together with customized design engraving. The broad base shimmable PL rear caps can be found for $30 in plastic and $45 in aluminum design, together with customized design engraving.

For additional data, please go to the web site of SIMMOD Lens here.

What do you consider the brand new caps from SIMMOD Lens? Have you ever ever considered utilizing an AirTag on your digicam? Would you be fascinated by getting your personally designed lens caps? Please depart us your ideas within the remark part under.