Cooke 50mm T2.2 Panchro/i Classic Prime Lens for PL Mount, Meter

Explore the world of photography and film with the 50mm T2.2 Panchro/i Classic Prime Lens for PL Mount, a modern redesign of the vintage Cooke Speed Panchro lenses from the 1920s to 1960s. This high-quality, professional lens maintains the timeless aesthetic of the legendary Cooke Speed Panchro, while incorporating the advantages of contemporary glass and technology.

This versatile lens is equipped with /i Technology, a feature that enables cameras to automatically record key lens data for every frame shot. This includes lens setting, focusing distance, aperture, depth-of-field, hyperfocal distance, and serial number, providing invaluable information for post-production teams and streamlining the production process.

The Panchro/i Classic Prime Lens boasts an optical design that includes 12 Prime Lenses, all designed to replicate the classic and infamous vintage Speed Panchro look of the 1920s, as well as the renowned Cooke Look. This lens provides a Super35 version of the famous Cooke Speed Panchro lenses, combining the vintage look with a modern opto-mechanical design.

The lens features a wide aperture range of T2.2-T22, thanks to a nine-leaf linear module iris assembly. This allows for greater control over depth of field and the ability to shoot in various lighting conditions. The lens also has factory calibrated focus scales with clearly identifiable distance marks, ensuring precision and accuracy in every shot.

All Panchro/i Classic Prime lenses are color balanced and color matched, ensuring consistency across the series. They are also designed with standardised 0.8 MOD focus and Iris drive gears, and feature a fixed common front diameter of 110mm. This makes them compact and suitable for all shooting applications.

The lens is crafted with traditional polishing techniques to achieve the highest level of precision. More insights and measurements are taken than ever before to ensure superior quality. The lens is also meticulously tested, checked, modified, cleaned, and rechecked before assembly.

The 50mm T2.2 Panchro/i Classic Prime Lens for PL Mount is designed for reliability and durability, with a hard-wearing surface finish to meet the needs of the most demanding environmental conditions. It is a reliable choice for professionals seeking a lens that combines the charm of vintage design with the benefits of modern technology.