PowerTrust 52MM 0.43x Professional HD Wide Angle 52mm
The 0.43x wide-angle converter turns a 50mm lens into a 21.5mm lens, while the detachable macro portion screws off for close-up shots, all built with multicoated glass and a steel barrel. It keeps autofocus and auto exposure intact, and the included pouch and caps add convenience for carrying. Best for hobbyist photographers who want both wide-angle and macro capability on a budget, especially for real estate or family photos.
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Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
A $30 macro lens hiding inside a mediocre wide angle adapter. Buy it for the close-ups, not the landscapes.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Macro performance is genuinely excellent for the price 96th
- 2-in-1 design means you don't carry two lenses 79th
- Steel barrel feels more solid than plastic adapters 71st
- Full autofocus and auto exposure still work 70th
Cons
- Wide angle optical quality is mediocre at best
- Soft corners and visible distortion on the wide end
- Travel performance is rough, 34.8 out of 100
- Build quality is just average despite the steel barrel
What owners think
The Word on the Street
The proof
Performance
The macro portion genuinely surprised us. At 50mm minimum focus, you can get right up on small subjects and pull out detail that punches way above this thing's price tag. The wide angle side is more of a mixed bag. You'll get that 0.43x field of view expansion, so a 50mm acts like a 21.5mm, but optical quality sits at the 40th percentile. Expect soft corners and some distortion at the edges. Autofocus still works since it's just screwing onto the front, which is nice, but the stabilization claim feels more like marketing than a real feature.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Macro |
| Focal Length Min | 52 |
| Focal Length Max | 52 |
| Coating | multicoated glass optics |
Build
| Mount | Canon EF |
| Filter Thread | 52 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | Yes |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 50 |
vs Competition
Against something like the Altura Photo UM2267 or Digitalmate Platinum Series DM5843R, the PowerTrust holds its own on the macro side but falls behind on overall optical quality. The GoPro HB-Series and Sony NIKKOR YZ0308 are different beasts entirely, those are first-party or purpose-built options that cost more and perform better on the wide end. If you need clean, sharp wide angle shots, save up for a real lens. If you want to mess around with macro on a budget, this beats most adapters in its class.
| Spec | PowerTrust 52MM 0.43x Professional HD Wide Angle 52mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD | Nikon NIKKOR 20059 | Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 | Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 52mm | 28-300mm | 18-55mm | 17-40mm | 12-35mm | 18-135mm |
| Max Aperture | - | f/4 | f/3.5 | f/1.8 | f/2.8 | f/3.5 |
| Mount | Canon EF | Sony E | Nikon F | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Stabilization | true | true | true | false | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | false | true | true | false |
| Weight (g) | - | 590 | 205 | 535 | 306 | 326 |
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD linear motor | pulse stepping motor | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) | Autofocus | Linear motor |
| Lens Type | macro | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PowerTrust 52MM 0.43x Professional HD Wide Angle 52mm | 53.9 | 70 | 51.5 | 96 | 39.5 | 71.1 | 33.2 | 66.1 | 79.4 |
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD Compare | 97.7 | 83.7 | 63.1 | 83.2 | 96.3 | 71.1 | 97.9 | 50.6 | 79.4 |
| Nikon NIKKOR 20059 Compare | 84.8 | 81.5 | 83.7 | 95.3 | 54.7 | 82.9 | 82.8 | 86.2 | 92.3 |
| Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Compare | 53.9 | 97 | 67.1 | 72.3 | 96.7 | 95.3 | 75.7 | 94.1 | 34.4 |
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 Compare | 53.9 | 86.7 | 83.9 | 49 | 86.2 | 88.4 | 80.5 | 86.2 | 96.4 |
| Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Compare | 97.7 | 81.5 | 71 | 37.4 | 78 | 82.9 | 95.8 | 90.8 | 79.4 |
Price
Value & Pricing
At $30 USD, this is a no-brainer if you want to play with macro photography without dropping hundreds on a dedicated lens. The wide angle side is a bonus, not the main event. If you're buying it primarily for wide angle shots, you'll probably be disappointed. But as a cheap macro experiment? Absolutely worth it.
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Overview
The PowerTrust 52MM 0.43x is a screw-on wide angle adapter that also splits into a macro lens. It's a cheap way to get a wider view on your existing 52mm filter thread lenses, and honestly, the macro side is the real star here. Our database puts its macro performance in the 96th percentile, which is wild for a $30 add-on. The wide angle part? It works, but don't expect prime lens sharpness.
Common Questions
Q: Will this fit my lens?
Check your lens filter thread size. If it says 52mm on the front, you're good. If not, you'll need a step-up or step-down ring.
Q: Does autofocus still work with this attached?
Yes, since it screws onto the front of your lens, the camera's autofocus and auto exposure still function normally.
Q: Is the wide angle quality good enough for real estate photos?
Honestly, no. The soft corners and distortion will show up in interior shots. Get a proper wide angle lens if you're shooting professionally.
Who Should Skip This
If you're buying this for wide angle landscape or real estate work, skip it. The optical quality just isn't there. Go grab a used Canon EF-S 10-18mm or a Nikon AF-P 10-20mm instead. You'll pay more, but you'll actually get sharp images.
Verdict
Buy it for the macro, treat the wide angle as a free bonus. At this price, the macro performance alone justifies the purchase. Just don't expect this to replace a proper wide angle lens, because it won't.
