Introducing our most requested lens of all-time.The Brand New Twist 28
A Petzval-inspired wide-angle lens built for movement, depth, and exploration. Classic swirling character. A modern 28mm perspective. Designed for images that move, breathe, and feel alive. *Please note shipping time on Twist 28 is currently 7-10 business days.*
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Lensbaby
Twist 28
Capture the world with a modern twist.
The Lensbaby Twist 28 takes the iconic swirling bokeh and vintage character of the original Twist 60 and reimagines it for the modern mirrorless creator.
$189.95
28mm Perspective
Petzval-Inspired Swirl
Fixed f/3.5 Aperture
8" Minimum Focus Distance
*Please note shipping time on Twist 28 is currently 7-10 business days.
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A wider take on the Twist look
A Wider Take on the Twist Look
Twist 28 brings a wider field of view to the signature Twist character—made for environmental storytelling, immersive backgrounds, and images with motion.
Petzval-inspired optics
Defined central point of focus with expressive, twisting blur that builds toward the edges.
Wider 28mm field of view
Work closer, include more environment, and let backgrounds actively shape the story.
Strong subject separation
Immersive backgrounds + visual identity that stays consistent—without chasing technical perfection.
Built for visual storytelling
Built for Visual Storytelling
Sharpness gathers at the center while motion and texture wrap the frame. With a wider perspective, scenes feel alive—and the background becomes part of the message.
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Twist 28 places emphasis where it matters.
With its wider perspective, photographers work closer, include more of the environment, and let backgrounds actively shape the story.
A lens that responds to how you shoot
A Lens That Responds to How You Shoot
Educative without the tech overload—Twist 28 changes with light and distance, revealing new energy and atmosphere as you work.
Bright Light
- Dynamic, energetic swirl
- Deeper color and contrast
- Cinematic presence in layered scenes
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Soft Light
- Atmospheric rendering
- Dreamlike motion
- Subtle painterly character
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Every shift in light and distance reveals something new.
Focused creativity by design
Focused Creativity by Design
The Twist 28 features a fixed f/3.5 circular aperture chosen to preserve lens character and consistency—so your attention stays on composition, distance, and mood.
Less distraction
Remove technical noise and let creative decisions happen in the frame, not the settings.
Shape depth with intention
Use distance, light, and composition to control motion, texture, and subject separation.
Consistency you can feel
A consistent look that’s unmistakably Twist—image after image.
Designed to go wherever you do
Designed to Go Wherever You Do
Weighing just 140g, Twist 28 is compact, lightweight, and built for daily carry—ideal for mirrorless systems and manual focus shooting.
- Manual focus, tactile control
- Compact for everyday carry
- Mirrorless-ready + full-frame coverage
- From macro to landscape
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Watch Twist 28 in motion
A closer look at the lens character, rendering, and creative possibilities.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Twist 28 manual focus?
Yes. Twist 28 uses manual focus for a tactile, deliberate shooting experience.
Is the Twist 28 compatible with the Macro Kit Converter?
No, the Lensbaby Macro Kit converters (2.8x and 4x) are not compatible with the Twist 28 lens. They only work with select lenses like Composer Pro II, and other tilt-shift models with compatible front threads.
The Twist 28 uses a different optical design and front threading that doesn't accept the standard macro converters. For close-up work with the Twist 28, you'll need to rely on its native close-focus capabilities. Lensbaby’s macro converters are designed for 46mm filter-thread optics and lenses, and the Twist 28 is a 28mm manual mirrorless lens, so it is not one of the lenses specifically called out for that macro kit.
For the Twist 28, it already focuses fairly close on its own, it can be used for close-up and even macro-style work from around 9 inches away. So if the question is whether the Macro Kit is officially meant for the Twist 28, the safest answer is no, it is not specifically listed as a compatible accessory; if the goal is close-up macro-style shooting, the Twist 28 can already do a lot of that without the kit.
Important Note: Lensbaby does NOT recommend using step-up rings, filters, macro converters, or any accessories with the Twist 28. The lens does not have a front filter thread, and attempting to attach these could damage the optic.
What mounts is it available in?
Canon RF, Fuji X, Nikon Z, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds.
What kind of look does it create?
It blends central focus with expressive edge character, swirl, movement, and depth.
Who is it for?
Photographers who want a wide-angle lens with personality and strong visual identity.
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Lensbaby
Twist 28
Capture the world with a modern twist.
The Lensbaby Twist 28 takes the iconic swirling bokeh and vintage character of the original Twist 60 and reimagines it for the modern mirrorless creator.
$189.95
28mm Perspective
Petzval-Inspired Swirl
Fixed f/3.5 Aperture
8" Minimum Focus Distance
*Please note shipping time on Twist 28 is currently 7-10 business days.