PowerTrust 58MM 0.43x Professional HD Wide Angle 58mm
The 0.43x magnification factor turns a 50mm lens into a 21.5mm wide angle, with multicoated glass optics and a steel barrel for durability. The detachable macro portion adds close-up capability, while maintaining autofocus and auto exposure on compatible Canon EF-S lenses. Best for Canon DSLR owners who want a budget-friendly two-in-one solution for real estate and family photography without carrying extra gear.
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Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
The PowerTrust 58MM 0.43x is a $30 screw-on adapter with surprisingly good macro performance at the 95th percentile. Wide angle optical quality is mediocre at best. Worth it for macro experiments, not for serious wide angle work.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Dirt cheap at $30 USD. 95th
- Macro performance is genuinely strong for a screw-on adapter. 79th
- 2-in-1 design means you don't carry two separate pieces. 71st
- Steel barrel feels more solid than plastic alternatives. 70th
Cons
- Wide angle optical quality is mediocre.
- Only fits 58mm filter threads, so check your lens first.
- Soft corners and distortion are noticeable.
- Not recommended for ultra-wide lenses, which is exactly where you'd want a wide adapter.
What owners think
The Word on the Street
The proof
Performance
The macro side is the surprise here. At the 95th percentile, it's one of the best screw-on macro adapters we've tracked. Close-up shots of flowers, textures, small objects, it does the job. The wide angle side is less impressive. Optical quality lands at the 43rd percentile, so expect soft corners, some distortion, and a general drop in sharpness compared to your bare lens. The multicoated glass helps with glare, but it's not magic. Autofocus still works since it's just screwing onto the front, but your camera may hunt a bit more with the extra glass in front. Stabilization scores well at the 81st percentile, though that's mostly your lens doing the work, not this adapter.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Macro |
| Focal Length Min | 58 |
| Focal Length Max | 58 |
| Coating | multicoated glass optics |
Aperture
| Min Aperture | f/0.43 |
Build
| Mount | Canon EF-S |
| Filter Thread | 58 |
AF & Stabilization
| Stabilization | Yes |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 58 |
vs Competition
Against the GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001, the PowerTrust is more versatile with its macro option, but the GoPro adapter likely has better glass. The Sony NIKKOR YZ0308 and FotoZ KZ-03 are similar budget adapters, and the PowerTrust's macro performance gives it an edge there. The Altura Photo UM2267 and Digitalmate Platinum Series DM5843X are both more established names in the budget adapter space, and they tend to have slightly better optical quality. But none of them are going to blow you away. This is a race to the bottom, and the PowerTrust wins on macro and price.
| Spec | PowerTrust 58MM 0.43x Professional HD Wide Angle 58mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD | 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 | Nikon NIKKOR 2178 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 58mm | 28-300mm | 17-40mm | 12-35mm | 18-135mm | 16-85mm |
| Max Aperture | - | f/4 | f/1.8 | f/2.8 | f/3.5 | f/3.5 |
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Sony E | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Stabilization | true | true | false | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | false | false |
| Weight (g) | - | 590 | 535 | 306 | 326 | 485 |
| AF Type | - | VXD linear motor | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) | Autofocus | Linear motor | AF-S |
| 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 58MM 0.43x Professional HD Wide Angle 58mm | 53.9 | 70 | 51.3 | 94.8 | 39.4 | 71.1 | 33.2 | 66.2 | 79.3 |
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD Compare | 97.7 | 83.7 | 62.9 | 83.2 | 96.3 | 71.1 | 97.9 | 50.7 | 79.3 |
| Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Compare | 53.9 | 97 | 67 | 72.3 | 96.6 | 95.4 | 75.8 | 94.1 | 34.4 |
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 Compare | 53.9 | 86.7 | 83.8 | 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 | 70.9 | 37.4 | 78 | 82.9 | 95.8 | 90.7 | 79.3 |
| Nikon NIKKOR 2178 Compare | 53.9 | 81.5 | 54.8 | 63.1 | 67.5 | 82.9 | 94.1 | 90.7 | 92.2 |
Price
Value & Pricing
At $30 USD, it's hard to be too angry. You're getting a wide angle adapter and a macro adapter for less than a decent pizza night. The macro performance alone justifies the price if you're curious about close-up photography. Just don't expect it to replace a real wide angle lens. The CAD price of $81 is a different story. That's a lot more money for the same middling optics, and at that point you're better off saving for a used prime.
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Overview
The PowerTrust 58MM 0.43x is a screw-on wide angle adapter, not a standalone lens. It threads onto the front of your existing 58mm filter thread lens and widens the view by 0.43x. So your 50mm acts more like a 21.5mm. It also unscrews into a macro piece for close-up shots. That's the pitch, and for $30 USD, it's a cheap way to experiment.
But let's be real. This is a budget adapter with budget glass. Our database puts its macro performance at the 95th percentile, which sounds great until you remember it's competing against other screw-on adapters, not real macro lenses. The optical quality overall sits at the 43rd percentile. Middle of the road, at best. You get what you pay for.
Common Questions
Q: Will this fit my lens?
Only if your lens has a 58mm filter thread. Check the front of your lens or under the lens cap for a diameter symbol followed by 58. If it says anything else, this won't screw on.
Q: Does autofocus still work with this attached?
Yes, autofocus and auto exposure should still function since the adapter just threads onto the front of your lens. But expect slightly slower or less reliable AF with the extra glass in front.
Q: Can I use this on an ultra-wide lens?
No, the manufacturer specifically says it's not recommended for ultra-wide angle lenses. You'll get heavy vignetting and distortion. Stick to standard or telephoto lenses with a 58mm thread.
Who Should Skip This
Skip this if you need sharp wide angle shots. The optical quality is mediocre and the distortion will bug you. Also skip it if your lens doesn't have a 58mm filter thread, because it literally won't fit. And if you're in Canada looking at the $81 CAD price, just save your money. That's too much for this level of glass.
Verdict
Buy this if you want to mess around with macro photography on a budget and you already have a 58mm filter thread lens. The macro side is genuinely fun and the price is right. Skip it if you care about wide angle image quality or you're shooting on an ultra-wide lens already. This is a toy that can produce some nice close-ups, not a serious tool for wide shots.
