Cooke 32mm T2.2 Panchro/i Classic FF Prime Lens for PL Mount, Feet

An exceptional fusion of vintage aesthetics and modern technology, the 32mm T2.2 Panchro/i Classic FF Prime Lens for PL Mount is a full-frame version of the renowned Cooke Speed Panchro lenses. This lens is meticulously engineered to reproduce the iconic vintage Speed Panchro look of the 1920s, coupled with the distinctive Cooke Look, all reimagined for full-frame capture.

This high-quality lens boasts an optical design that delivers peak performance at full aperture, providing superior control over flare, distortion, and spherical aberration. With a maximum aperture of T2.2, it offers exceptional low-light performance and the ability to create a shallow depth of field for stunning portrait or landscape photography.

The lens features the Academy Award-winning cam-style focus movement, enhanced by a large lens barrel diameter for an increased number of focus markings, especially at close focus. A four-point contact bearing ensures smooth, positive, and backlash-free movement. The focus scale is ergonomically designed, with marks that transition from conventional focus scale distance marks to magnification ratio marks through the movement.

Equipped with /i Technology, this lens records key data for every shot, eliminating uncertainty from set-to-post information. 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.

Designed for versatility, the lens is suitable for all shooting applications, including handheld and Steadicam, providing a comfortable balance ratio with the latest compact cameras. All Cooke PANCHRO/i Classic FF lenses share a common fixed front diameter of 110mm, a focus drive gear of 140T x 0.8 mod, and an iris drive gear of 134T x 0.8.

The lens is color balanced and color matched, ensuring consistency across the series and compatibility with other Cooke lenses. A nine-leaf linear module iris assembly is housed in the Cooke PANCHRO/i Classic FF series, further enhancing the lens's performance.

Constructed for durability, this professional lens is tough, reliable, and easy to maintain, built to withstand the most demanding environments. Every lens is expertly crafted, with traditional polishing techniques used to achieve the highest level of precision. Minerals are evaporated at high temperatures in a vacuum to create a thin film on the glass, ensuring superior quality and performance.

In summary, the 32mm T2.2 Panchro/i Classic FF Prime Lens for PL Mount is a testament to Cooke's commitment to combining vintage charm with modern optical and mechanical design, offering photographers and filmmakers a reliable, versatile, and high-quality tool for their craft.