Cooke 27mm T2.2 Panchro/i Classic Prime Lens for PL Mount, Feet

An exquisite blend of heritage and innovation, the 27mm T2.2 Panchro/i Classic Prime Lens for PL Mount is a testament to Cooke's commitment to excellence in the realm of cinematography and photography. This lens is a modern reinterpretation of the iconic Cooke Speed Panchro lenses that were a staple from the 1920s to the 1960s, revered for their characterful image rendition.

Crafted with high-quality, contemporary glass and cutting-edge technology, this lens maintains the timeless 'Cooke Look' aesthetic that has become synonymous with cinematic storytelling. The Panchro/i Classic series, which includes this 27mm prime, is optically engineered to evoke the classic Speed Panchro's vintage charm while delivering the precision of modern opto-mechanical design.

The lens boasts a wide-angle 27mm focal length, perfect for capturing expansive landscapes, intricate architectural details, and interior scenes with clarity and depth. Its T2.2 maximum aperture excels in low-light conditions, providing filmmakers and photographers with the versatility to create stunning visuals in a variety of settings.

Precision mechanics ensure smooth and accurate focus movement, offering a tactile and consistent operational feel throughout the entire focusing range. The lens is equipped with /i Technology, which captures critical metadata frame by frame, such as focus and iris position, lens distortion, and shading maps. This intelligent feature is invaluable for modern visual effects applications, including virtual production shooting.

The Panchro/i Classic series is designed with standardized 0.8 MOD focus and iris drive gears, and each lens in the series features a fixed common front diameter of 110mm, ensuring compatibility and ease of use with a wide range of camera accessories. The compact design of the lens makes it suitable for all shooting applications, without compromising on image quality.

Color consistency is paramount, and the Panchro/i Classic primes are color balanced and matched, ensuring seamless integration when switching between lenses in the series. The nine-leaf linear module iris assembly provides a smooth and pleasing bokeh with an aperture range of T2.2 to T22.

Each lens is meticulously tested, checked, modified, cleaned, and rechecked to guarantee the highest level of performance. The durable and hard-wearing surface finish is designed to withstand the rigors of the most demanding environmental conditions, ensuring the lens's reliability and longevity.

The 27mm T2.2 Panchro/i Classic Prime Lens for PL Mount is a professional-grade tool that embodies the durability and reliability filmmakers and photographers require. With factory-calibrated focus scales and a precision PL Mount with /i Technology electrical contacts, this lens is a workhorse designed for full performance with minimal downtime, making it a reliable choice for industry professionals seeking exceptional quality and character in their imagery.