Cooke SP3 18mm T2.4 Prime Lens for Sony E

Explore the Cooke SP3 18mm T2.4 Prime Lens for Sony E, a masterpiece of optical engineering that brings the legendary Speed Panchro design into the digital era. This full-frame spherical prime lens is meticulously crafted to enhance the visual storytelling of filmmakers and photographers using mirrorless cameras. The SP3 series, including the 18mm lens, is a modern reinterpretation of one of the most iconic lenses in cinematic history, optimized both optically and mechanically for today's full-frame mirrorless systems.

The Cooke SP3 18mm T2.4 lens is designed to capture images that resonate with emotional depth and clarity. Its optical design emphasizes on-axis sharpness, subtly guiding the viewer's attention to the center of the frame, creating an experience that feels naturally familiar to human vision. This lens excels in sculpting depth and dimension, thanks to its unique focus fall-off and minimal breathing, which provide a smooth, round bokeh and a gentle focus transition towards the edges of the frame.

Crafted with specialized cinematic optical coatings, the SP3 lens series controls flare and ensures consistent color balance across all lenses, maintaining the renowned Cooke Look. This lens is capable of delivering exceptional resolution, supporting 8K and beyond, making it ideal for high-definition digital sensors. The SP3's ergonomic design features a non-linear focus movement for precise control, with standardized 0.8 MOD focus and iris drive gears, ensuring seamless integration into professional workflows.

The SP3 18mm lens boasts a nine-leaf iris assembly, offering a full aperture range of T2.4 to T16, suitable for both Full Frame and Super35 formats. Its durable, scratch-resistant external finish is designed to withstand demanding shooting environments. With dual imperial and metric focus scales, this lens provides versatility and ease of use for cinematographers worldwide.

Compatible with modern mirrorless mounts, including the Sony E mount, the Cooke SP3 18mm T2.4 Prime Lens is compact and lightweight, making it perfect for a variety of shooting applications. Experience the dynamic dimensionality and classic Cooke Look that this lens brings to your creative projects, and elevate your visual storytelling to new heights.