Blazar 55mm T2 2x Full Frame Anamorphic Lens, PL, Silver
The Blazar 55mm T2 2x Full Frame Anamorphic Lens in PL mount with a striking silver finish delivers a classic cinematic aesthetic with stunning oval bokeh and signature flare characteristics. Designed to cover full-frame sensors, this lens offers filmmakers a vintage widescreen look combined with modern optical performance.
Key Features
- Full-frame sensor coverage designed for professional large-format cinema cameras.
- True 2x anamorphic squeeze factor to create classic widescreen cinema proportions.
- Fast T2 maximum aperture enables excellent low-light performance and shallow depth of field control.
- PL mount construction ensures secure and reliable compatibility with industry-standard camera systems.
- Distinctive silver housing features standardised gear rings for seamless integration with follow focus accessories.
- Produces organic, vintage-style flares and characterful oval bokeh for a distinct artistic look.
This lens is an exceptional choice for cinematographers seeking to add a unique, high-quality artistic expression to their narrative projects. Its robust construction and striking design make it both a reliable workhorse and a valuable addition to your creative toolkit.
The World's Lightest 2X FF Anamorphic Lenses
The Cato 2X Anamorphic Lenses are the lightest 2X full-frame anamorphic lenses on the market. All focal lengths weigh between 898g and 1020g (1.981bs and 2.25lbs) and measure 110mm to 134mm in length. (4.3 inches to 5.3 inches).
Classic 2X Squeeze
The Cato Series delivers a classic 2x anamorphic look, blending vintage characteristics with clean, modern expectations for a cinema lens. Featuring barrel distortion and a neutral silver flare that adapts to light sources, each focal length is optimized for performance, with the 40mm and 55mm offering the fastest T2 apertures.
Fast and light
The Cato, with an aperture ranging from T2.0 to T4.0, offer a smooth focus fall-off and refined oval bokeh. The 40mm and 55mm feature a T2 aperture, while the 85mm has a T2.8, and the 125mm at a T4.0. The Cato 55/85/125mm lenses share an 85mm front diameter and an 82mm filter thread, and the 40mm has a 95mm front diameter with an 86mm filter thread.
| 40mm | 55mm | 85mm | 125mm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aperture | T2.0 | T2.0 | T2.8 | T4.0 |
| Aperture Rotation | 76° | 77° | 71.7° | 83.5° |
| Lens Mount | PL/EF | PL/EF | PL/EF | PL/EF |
| Close Focus | 1.8 ft / 0.55 m | 2.59 ft / 0.79 m | 2.52 ft / 0.77 m | 2.59 ft / 0.79 m |
| Focus Rotation | 210° | 210° | 210° | 210° |
| Weight (PL) | 2.24 lbs / 1020 g | 1.97 lbs / 898 g | 2.04 lbs / 927 g | 2.07 lbs / 940 g |
| IRIS Blades | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Front Diameter | 95 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Filter Thread | 86 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Image Circle | 28.8 × 24 mm | 28.8 × 24 mm | 36 × 24 mm | 36 × 24 mm |
Brand: Blazar |
Code: CT-55-PL-S
Supplier Code: CT-55-PL-S
Brand: Blazar |
Code: CT-55-PL-S
Supplier Code: CT-55-PL-S
At a glance
The Blazar 55mm T2 2x Full Frame Anamorphic Lens in PL mount with a striking silver finish delivers a classic cinematic aesthetic with stunning oval bokeh and signature flare characteristics. Designed to cover full-frame sensors, this lens offers filmmakers a vintage widescreen look combined with modern optical performance.
Key Features
- Full-frame sensor coverage designed for professional large-format cinema cameras.
- True 2x anamorphic squeeze factor to create classic widescreen cinema proportions.
- Fast T2 maximum aperture enables excellent low-light performance and shallow depth of field control.
- PL mount construction ensures secure and reliable compatibility with industry-standard camera systems.
- Distinctive silver housing features standardised gear rings for seamless integration with follow focus accessories.
- Produces organic, vintage-style flares and characterful oval bokeh for a distinct artistic look.
This lens is an exceptional choice for cinematographers seeking to add a unique, high-quality artistic expression to their narrative projects. Its robust construction and striking design make it both a reliable workhorse and a valuable addition to your creative toolkit.
