Looking for gobo lenses and other lighting lenses? This page gathers the optics and attachments that shape and focus light from your video or photo fixtures: Fresnel modifiers, spotlight lens kits, spotlight mount lenses, projection lenses and gobo kits. We carry them from Aputure and Godox, at our store at 5387 Park Avenue in Montreal and online across Canada.
How to choose a lighting lens
Start with the effect you want. A Fresnel lets you go from a wide flood to a tighter, more directional beam, which suits interviews, portraits and product work. A spotlight lens gives a defined, projected beam with crisp edges, which is what you need to cast patterns, window shadows or a pool of light on a subject. Narrower angles such as 19° concentrate the light more, while 26° and 36° cover a wider area.
Next, check compatibility. Most of these accessories are made for a specific light or mount, and the product names tell you which: for example, the amaran Fresnel for Ray 360c & 660c and the amaran Mini Fresnel for Ray 60c & 120c name their lights. If a product does not name your light, check your model before ordering.
Gobos and projection
A gobo is a pattern placed in the beam to project shapes, textures or shadows onto a background. The Aputure 10 Piece GOBO KIT Size B is an easy way to start, and spotlight mounts can also take an iris such as the Aputure Spotlight mount 18 leaf Iris to control beam size. For Godox projection attachments, the BFP/BLP lenses come in 48mm, 65mm, 85mm and 150mm versions, including the Godox 48mm Lens for BFP/BLP Projection Attachment.
Brands we carry
Aputure offers Fresnels like the Aputure Fresnel 2x Modifier and the Aputure F10 Fresnel, plus spotlight lens kits in 19°, 26° and 36°. Godox covers projection lenses for its BLP and BFP attachments.
Frequently asked questions
What is a gobo lens?
It is a lens used in a spotlight or projection attachment to focus a gobo pattern into a sharp image on a surface or background.
What are photography gobos used for?
They shape light into patterns, such as leaves, windows or shapes, to add texture and atmosphere to portraits, product shots and video sets.
What is the difference between a Fresnel and a spotlight lens?
A Fresnel adjusts a beam from wide to narrow with a soft edge, while a spotlight lens projects a more defined beam that can carry a gobo pattern.
Which lens fits my light?
Check the product name for the light or mount it lists, and confirm your model if it is not named.