This Cooke 50mm T2.3 Anamorphic/i Prime Lens PL Mountfeatures the classic, natural yet sharp "Cooke look" in an anamorphic format. One of Cooke's extensive Anamorphic/i series, the 50mm prime incorporates an 11-blade iris for cinematic-looking, 2:1 oval bokeh. Designed for use with both digital cinema and film cameras, the Cooke Anamorphic/i primes provide a 2x squeeze and cover image formats up to Super35. For maximum optical performance, aberration, flare, and distortion correction extend over the entire image area, and throughout the 50mm's T2.3-22 aperture range. The Anamorphic/i primes are color-matched with Cooke's S4/i, 5/i, and mini S4/i series of prime lenses.

Each Anamorphic/i prime sports both a hardened PL mount and a cable connection that uses Cooke's /i Technology to transmit lens data to compatible cameras. Lens setting data including focal length, aperture, focus, and depth-of-field, are provided in both feet and metric measurements.

The 50mm Anamorphic/i Prime Lens features a 22" minimum focus distance, focus marks in feet and meters, a relatively light weight of 7.9 lb, and a compact length of 7.7". The lens is constructed with 0.8 MOD geared focus and iris rings for use with follow focus, zoom control, and wireless FIZ systems. A large lens barrel, an increased number of focus marks, and Cooke's cam-style focus movement enable precise focus pulls. Focus marks are clearly visible and engraved on the lens barrel in both feet and meters.

Covers Super35 Format    Hardened PL Mount with /i Technology    T2.3 to T22 Aperture Range    0.8 Mod Geared Focus & Aperture Rings    11-Blade Iris    Clickless Aperture Ring    22" Minimum Focus Distance    110mm Front Diameter    Marked in Feet & Meters    Weighs 7.9 lb

Classic, natural yet sharp "Cooke look" with a 2x1 anamorphic squeeze

Covers up to Super-35 sensors

Wide T2.3 to T22 aperture range

Color-matched with other Cooke primes

Relatively lightweight, compact form factor with 110mm front diameter

PL /i Technology mount will transfer lens data when used with compatible cameras

11-blade iris produces 2:1 oval bokeh (out-of-focus highlights)

300° of focus barrel rotation; 90° of aperture scale rotation

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Which Sigma hard case does the 65mm fit?

A: It would work with the Sigma PMC-002 Hard Case for 5x FF High Speed Prime Cine Lenses. If you own the five lens set you would need to remove one lens to fit the additional 65mm lens. Also you could use the following case to store extra lenses like the 65mm or the lens you remove from PMC-002 to fit the 65mm. Pelican 1510 Carry-On Case with Foam Set (Black) B&H # PE1510FB

Q: 2. How much does the lens itself weight? The specs only list package weight

A: The PL version weighs 1.5 kg / 3.3 lb.

Q: 3. Will it be possible to change from PL mount to E mount if desired?

A: Yes, through a PL to E adapter like the DZOFilm Octopus Lens Adapter - PL to Sony E (BH #DZOADPLEBLK).

Q: 4. What options are available and recognized by NISI to convert this from PL to EF-mount? Can it be converted to EF-mount?

A: The NiSi ATHENA PRIME 50mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (PL Mount) cannot be converted to EF-mount. This lens is designed for PL and Mirrorless systems.

Q: 5. Is there a photo version? Sigma Art 65mm EF? With AF etc

A: There is no photography version in EF mount of the Sigma 65mm ART lens.

Q: 6. Is it possible to change the mount on an E mount lens to a PL mount? I have a Sony camera now, but in case I change cameras late

A: It is not possible. I would get the PL version and use an E-mount adapter if you want the most flexibility in the future.

Q: 7. Refurbished in what way? Also, what serial number is it? I have a 6 lens set and I need a 180mm to complete it on the long end.

A: This lens right here is not refurbished. We do not have the serial number to give out but you will receive it in the box when you order. Our items come directly from the manufacturer, even the refurbished models.

Q: 8. what size mattebox can be used for this? looking to pair it with Red Epic Helium and adding ND and diffusion filter.

A: Yes, Please review what Matte boxes are available for the following unit we highly suggest 6x6 units to future proof your system. https://bhpho.to/40IB8zF

Q: 9. Do the single lenses come in a case?

A: No. the DZOFilm PAVO 40mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic Prime Lens (Neutral Coating, PL/EF Mount, Feet) does not come in a case, however a case can be purchased for the lens, such as the DZOFilm Hard Case for 1 PAVO Anamorphic Lens (BH #DZCASEPA1 • MFR #DZO-CASEPA1). See: https://bhpho.to/46ieIbA

Q: 10. Is EF mount an option with extended data support?

A: The EF mount does not support the Cooke /i Technology protocol, so transferring meta data with this mount type is not possible. However, the meta data can be captured through the 4-pin Lemo connector on the lens barrel using Ambient's Master Lock-It Plus. For more information, please visit: https://www.zeiss.com/consumer-products/int/cinematography/content/extended-data.html.