{"id":20252,"date":"2024-11-12T12:33:37","date_gmt":"2024-11-12T12:33:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwphoto.onpressidium.com\/news\/nauticam-announces-the-nauticam-mid-range-focus-optimizer1-mfo-1\/"},"modified":"2025-12-17T13:35:46","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T13:35:46","slug":"nauticam-announces-the-nauticam-mid-range-focus-optimizer1-mfo-1","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/news\/nauticam-announces-the-nauticam-mid-range-focus-optimizer1-mfo-1\/","title":{"rendered":"Bluewater announces the release of their Nauticam Mid-range Focus Optimizer 1 (MFO-1)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterphotostore.com\/nauticam-mid-range-focus-optimizer-1-mfo-1\/\" title=\"Nauticam MFO-1\">Nauticam&nbsp;MFO-1<\/a> is a precision-engineered water optics lens designed to address the inherent challenges of mid-range <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterphotostore.com\/best-wet-macro-lenses\" title=\"macro photography review\">macro photography<\/a>.  Think of it as a &#8220;focus fine-tuner&#8221; that allows you to make minute adjustments to your lens&#8217;s focus position with unparalleled accuracy.  Here&#8217;s how it works:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Attachment:<\/strong> The MFO-1 attaches to your lens via a standard filter thread (typically 67mm) and comes with a spacer ring for compatibility with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterphotostore.com\/nauticam-smc-3-super-macro-converter\/\" title=\"Nauticam SMC-3\">SMC<\/a>\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterphotostore.com\/nauticam-cmc-2-compact-macro-converter\" title=\"Nauticam CMC\">CMC<\/a> lenses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Adjustment:<\/strong>&nbsp;The converter seamlessly modifies your lens&#8217;s focus range, removing obvious focus hunting and enabling accurate, fluid focusing even under difficult circumstances.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Control:<\/strong> This level of control enables you to achieve perfect focus even at high magnifications, overcoming the limitations of your lens&#8217;s native focusing mechanism.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" alignright size-full wp-image-20251\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/nauticammfo-1.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" style=\"float: right;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/nauticammfo-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.uwphotographyguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/nauticammfo-1-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/>Key Features and Benefits of the MFO-1<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Enhanced Precision:<\/strong> The MFO-1&#8217;s fine-tuning mechanism allows for incredibly precise focus adjustments, surpassing the capabilities of even the most sophisticated autofocus systems.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Increased Depth of Field:<\/strong> By enabling you to fine-tune the focal plane, the MFO-1 helps maximize the apparent depth of field, ensuring more of your subject remains in focus.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Improved Image Sharpness:<\/strong> By mitigating the need to stop down the aperture excessively, the MFO-1 helps you avoid diffraction and achieve sharper images.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enhanced Workflow:<\/strong> The MFO-1 streamlines your macro workflow, allowing you to achieve critical focus quickly and efficiently.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Compatibility and Lens Selection<\/h3>\n<p>Currently, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterphotostore.com\/brand\/nauticam\/\" title=\"Nauticam underwater photo gear\">Nauticam<\/a> MFO-1 has been tested and confirmed to be compatible with the following lenses:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Nikon AF-S VR Micro-NIKKOR 105mm f\/2.8G IF-ED:<\/strong> (Max. Magnification: 1.2x, Working Range: 12.5cm-114cm)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nikon AF-S Micro NIKKOR 60mm f\/2.8G ED:<\/strong> (Max. Magnification: 1.1x, Working Range: 1.2cm-112cm)<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluewaterphotostore.com\/olympus-60mm-macro-lens\" title=\"Olympus Zuiko 60mm macro lens\">Olympus M. Zuiko Digital ED 60mm f2.8 Macro<\/a>:<\/strong> (Max. Magnification: 1.1x, Working Range: 5.8cm-112cm)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It&#8217;s worth noting that the manufacturer is actively testing the MFO-1 with a wider range of lenses, so compatibility is expected to expand in the future.  If you&#8217;re unsure whether your lens is compatible, it&#8217;s always best to check the manufacturer&#8217;s website or contact their support team.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 25.5px; line-height: 38.25px;\">Unboxing the MFO-1<\/h3>\n<p>The MFO-1 arrives in a compact and well-organized package. Inside the box, you&#8217;ll find:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"line-height: 22.5px;\"><strong>MFO-1 Optimizer:<\/strong>&nbsp;The device itself, crafted from durable metal with a smooth, precise focusing mechanism.<\/li>\n<li style=\"line-height: 22.5px;\"><strong>Front and Rear Rubber Caps:<\/strong>&nbsp;Protect the MFO-1&#8217;s threads when not in use.<\/li>\n<li style=\"line-height: 22.5px;\"><strong>Neoprene Bag:<\/strong>&nbsp;A soft carrying pouch to keep your MFO-1 safe and secure.<\/li>\n<li style=\"line-height: 22.5px;\"><strong>M67 Spacer Ring:<\/strong>&nbsp;Ensures compatibility with SMC\/CMC lenses.<\/li>\n<li style=\"line-height: 22.5px;\"><strong>Cleaning Cloth:<\/strong>&nbsp;For keeping your optics spotless.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Nauticam MFO-1 is available from Bluewaterphoto Store for $474, toigether with all other Nauticam housings and accessories.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":30,"featured_media":20250,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"sfsi_plus_gutenberg_text_before_share":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_show_text_before_share":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_icon_type":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_icon_alignemt":"","sfsi_plus_gutenburg_max_per_row":""},"vocabulary_4":[69],"class_list":["post-20252","news","type-news","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","vocabulary_4-underwater-photography-news"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.2 - 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