Lenses with most "artistic" lens flare characteristics?

[steve_bingham]

<p>Have you tried the old trick of using Vaseline on a clear filter? The variations are endless. Also, try putting the light source (sun) just outside the frame for maximum flare.</p>

[studio460]

<p>Hey, thanks again for all your contributions! I love everyone's sample images! I tried shooting the sun with my AF Nikkor 18mm f/2.8D with no luck. Hopefully my pre-AI Nikkor will fare better. I bought another stand-alone app from the AppStore, called <em>Shine</em>. It makes fake light rays. Kind of a one-trick pony, with not a lot of presets or controls. But, not bad for $9.99:</p>

<p><img src="http://studio460.com/images/shinecomp1.jpg" alt="" /></p>

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[studio460]

<p><img src="http://studio460.com/images/shinetest4.jpg" alt="" /></p>

<p>Again, comparing Shine with LensFlare Studio, Shine is mostly only good for creating light rays/light shafts. The success of this particular effect is highly dependent on the photo (see window picture above). While Shine can emulate some of LensFlare Studio's effects, LensFlare Studio has far more presets, controls, and other textured filters (but cannot generate light shafts).</p>