The Letus converter, and the difference it makes

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In this week’s blog post, I’m going to be introducing the Letus 35 extreme converter. The converter is a device that attaches on to cameras where the lens would go; creating a “Z” shaped refection of the image, while adding the possibility of using most name brand lenses. It not only creates more of a 35mm film like look but also adds depth of field to the picture.

Depending on what lens stock the cinematographer chooses to use, he/she can really get a super shallow depth of field look. With all the attachments in mind, it is recommended to use a support rod rig, and possibly a tripod or at least a monopod. One of my favorite wakeboarding movies that utilized the 35 extreme converter is Hyperlite Wakeboard`s “Rewritten” 

While watching the movie, not only was I blown away by the production, but I could also see some point of view shots that showed the Letus 35 in use. This, along with many other movies; have proven how much of a difference can one of these converters make. Keep in mind the cameras they were using were top of the line HD cameras like the Panasonic HVX and Sony Ex1. Obviously if you attached the converter to a different category camera you wouldn’t get the same effect that Sean Kilgus did in Rewritten. There are more and more bigger budget extreme sport films being made each year, I cannot wait for the next one.

Keep in mind, that these converters have only been around for a few years; they have already made a huge impact on the film world. Not just the extreme sport world. There are tons of comparison videos out there like this one. Where you can see how the device works, and how much more beautiful it makes every shot.

I can’t wait to start utilizing mine.