Cooke 21mm T2.2 Panchro/i Classic FF Prime Lens for PL Mount, Meter

It is with great pride that Adorama presents the Cooke 21mm T2.2 Panchro/i Classic FF Prime Lens for PL Mount, a high-quality, professional-grade lens that embodies the perfect fusion of vintage aesthetics and modern engineering. This lens is meticulously designed to recreate the iconic and revered vintage Speed Panchro look of the 1920s, now reimagined to meet the exacting demands of full-frame capture, while also delivering the distinctive Cooke Look that filmmakers and photographers covet.

The optical design of this lens is engineered to deliver peak performance at full aperture, providing exceptional control over flare, distortion, and spherical aberration. Photographers and filmmakers can expect consistent, color-balanced imagery that seamlessly integrates with existing Cooke lens ranges, ensuring a uniform look across your production.

Durability and reliability are at the core of this lens, built to withstand the rigors of the most demanding shooting environments. Maintenance and operation are straightforward, making it a versatile and dependable choice for professionals on the go.

The Cooke PANCHRO/i Classic FF 21mm lens features our Academy Award-winning cam-style focus movement, enhanced by a large lens barrel diameter that allows for an extensive number of focus markings, especially at closer focus distances. The focus movement is smooth and precise, thanks to a four-point contact bearing that ensures a positive, backlash-free experience.

Ergonomically designed, the focus scale marks transition from conventional distance marks to magnification ratio marks, providing intuitive and accurate focus control. Each focus mark is individually calibrated and engraved on both sides of the focus barrel for ease of use from either side of the camera.

Equipped with /i Technology, this lens captures vital lens data with each shot, streamlining the workflow from set to post-production by eliminating uncertainties. This technology is accessible via a cable connector near the lens mount and contacts in the mount that sync with /i compatible cameras and accessories.

The lens's weight and size ratio are thoughtfully balanced to accommodate all shooting applications, including handheld and Steadicam, ensuring a comfortable balance with the latest compact camera systems.

Compatibility is key, and all Cooke PANCHRO/i Classic FF lenses feature a common fixed front diameter of 110mm, with standardized focus and iris drive gears, making them a seamless addition to your kit.

Color fidelity is paramount, and every lens in the PANCHRO/i Classic series is color balanced and matched, allowing for a cohesive visual narrative when used alongside other Cooke lenses.

The iris of the lens is composed of a nine-leaf linear module, ensuring a smooth and natural bokeh, which is particularly desirable for portrait and selective focus work.

Finally, the PL mount of this lens is equipped with /i Technology contact pins, ensuring full compatibility with corresponding camera systems and accessories.

In summary, the Cooke 21mm T2.2 Panchro/i Classic FF Prime Lens for PL Mount is a testament to Cooke's legacy of excellence, offering filmmakers and photographers a durable, reliable, and artistically versatile tool for capturing their vision with unparalleled clarity and character.