Cooke 18mm T1.4 5/i Prime Lens for PL Mount

Before the dawn of digital cinematography, capturing the perfect shot in low-light conditions was a significant challenge. Now, with the 18mm T1.4 5/i Prime Lens for PL Mount, filmmakers and videographers can see in the dark like never before. This high-quality, professional-grade lens boasts a T1.4 maximum aperture, enabling exceptional low-light performance without compromising the light entering the camera. Achieve the perfect shot with ease, thanks to the lens's superior optical and mechanical design, which ensures control over flare, distortion, veiling glare, and spherical aberrations even at full aperture.

The innovative design of this lens includes a focus ring that illuminates, eliminating the need for an external light source during critical focus adjustments. This feature is not only convenient but also enhances the lens's versatility in various shooting conditions. The 18mm T1.4 5/i Prime Lens is color-matched and compatible with an array of Cooke lenses, including the Cooke S4/i, miniS4/i, and the SK4 16mm lenses, ensuring seamless integration into your existing Cooke lens ecosystem.

The lens's insightful /i Technology collects detailed lens data, which is invaluable for production, visual effects, and post-production teams. This metadata includes focus and iris position, as well as individually calibrated lens distortion and shading maps, making it an indispensable tool for modern VFX applications, including virtual production shooting.

Optically designed for peak performance at full aperture, the lens provides superior control of flare, distortion, and spherical aberration. The true T1.4 aperture covers the Super 35mm format, offering a wide field of view for expansive shots. The ergonomically designed focus movement is smooth and accurate, with precision mechanics that maintain a consistent feel throughout the entire focus range.

Standardized across the 5/i series, the primes feature 0.8 MOD focus and iris drive gears, making them suitable for a wide range of shooting applications. The weight and size ratio of the lens is optimized for the series, ensuring it is both durable and versatile for any shooting environment.

Color balance is a critical aspect of lens design, and all 5/i prime lenses are color balanced and matched, guaranteeing consistency across the series. The seven-leaf linear module iris assembly provides a smooth and precise aperture range from T1.4 to T22. The patented back-lit, variable illumination focus ring is a standout feature, offering clear and identifiable distance marks that are factory calibrated for accuracy.

The precision PL Mount with /i Technology electrical contacts ensures a secure and reliable connection to your camera. The external finish of the lens is both durable and hard-wearing, designed to withstand the most demanding environmental conditions. Reliability is at the core of the 5/i series prime lenses, which are engineered for full performance and minimal downtime, ensuring that your production can proceed with confidence and reliability.