Lens Sim

Developer: Håvard Dalen

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Blender add-on that simulates real lenses in Cycles using optical data, with bokeh, aberration and breathing.

What Lens Sim does

Lens Sim builds on Blender's camera so renders look as though real glass produced them. Dozens of lenses modeled from real-world optical data can be chosen and rendered in Cycles.

It reproduces chromatic aberration, vignetting, distortion, softness, focus breathing and natural bokeh shapes by simulating glass and the aperture opening. Lenses range from wide-angle to telephoto, each with its own bokeh and distortion profile, based on patent data. One click converts an ordinary Blender camera so it uses these lens models. VFX and photorealistic renders benefit.

Key features

  • Lenses based on real optical patents
  • Chromatic aberration, vignetting, distortion
  • Focus breathing and natural bokeh
  • One-click camera conversion

FAQ

Is Lens Sim free?

Yes, Lens Sim is free. Click the Download Free button on this PluginDex page to get it at no cost.

Which apps does Lens Sim work with?

Lens Sim works with Blender.

Who develops Lens Sim?

Lens Sim is developed by Håvard Dalen. You can find their other plugins on the Håvard Dalen page of this catalog.

Where can I download Lens Sim?

Download Lens Sim free from this PluginDex page using the Download Free button. You get free access without paying.

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