Chinese cinema lens manufacturer Vazen has announced the release of their new 85mm T2. 8 1. 8x Anamorphic lens for PL and EF mount camera systems. The 85mm T2. 8 1. 8x Anamorphic lens is the first of a new ‘LF’ lineup designed for large-format cinema cameras, such as the RED Monstro, Alexa LF, Kinefinity Mavo LF and Z-Cam E2-F8.
The lens weighs just 1. 5kg (3. 3lbs) and measures only 17. 5cm (6. 9”), making it ‘the world’s lightest and smallest 1. 8x anamorphic lens for full-frame cameras. ’ It features an 86mm front filter thread, a front diameter of 95mm for mounting matte boxes to, 0. 8 mod cine gears for follow focus systems and a minimum focusing distance of 1. 15m (3. 8ft).
Vazen says the anamorphic lens ‘delivers a buttery smooth oval bokeh, signature blue, but not oversaturated, horizontal flare and the widescreen cinematic look. ’ When paired with 4:3 sensors, the lens yields a 2. 39:1 aspect ratio. Below is a video preview of the lens by Expressway Cinema Rentals:
The lens is currently available to order from the Vazen website and authorized Vazen retailers for $8,000. The first units will start shipping out in ‘late August. ’
Vazen says it also has two other lenses in the works: a 55mm and a 105mm. These two lenses are expected to be released in ‘late 2020/early 2021’ and will eventually be sold as a three-lens set with the 85mm T2. 8 anamorphic lens.
. dpreview.com2020-8-20 22:22
