Sirui 35mm T2.9 1.6x Anamorphic Lens with 1.25x Adapter for Nikon Z

After meticulous design and engineering, the Sirui 35mm T2.9 1.6x Anamorphic Lens emerges as a game-changer for filmmakers and photographers using Nikon Z cameras. This lens offers a 35mm-wide field of view (FOV), equivalent to a full-frame (FF) 22mm lens, which is perfect for capturing expansive scenes, from architectural marvels to sweeping landscapes and intimate interiors. The anamorphic design allows for a wider horizontal FOV, making it an ideal choice for shooting in tight spaces without compromising on the breadth of the scene.

The lens set boasts four essential focal lengths, enabling creators to tell their stories from multiple perspectives with ease. Its full-frame compatibility means that users can experience a high squeeze factor of 1.6x, accentuating the anamorphic look that is highly sought after in high-end productions. This feature delivers a unique cinematic quality, with the ability to produce those signature blue lens flares and a distinct bokeh that stretches vertically, adding depth and character to your footage.

With two aspect ratios available, the Sirui 35mm T2.9 lens offers versatility in post-production. When shooting in a 3:2 format, you can achieve a cinematic 2.4:1 aspect ratio, while a 16:9 sensor yields an even wider 2.8:1 ratio. This flexibility is invaluable for filmmakers who wish to refine their visual storytelling in editing.

The uniform barrel construction of the lens ensures consistency across the board, featuring a T2.9 to T16 aperture range, identical gear position for ease of use with follow focus systems, an 82mm filter thread for attaching various filters, and a 1/4" threaded hole for mounting options. The lens also includes both metric and imperial focus scales for precision focusing. Despite its robust features, the lens maintains a compact and lightweight design, weighing in at just 930g (2lbs), making it the lightest in its class and highly portable for on-the-go shooting.

In addition to the anamorphic lens, the Sirui 1.25x Anamorphic Adapter is a revolutionary tool that transforms spherical lenses into anamorphic ones or enhances the squeeze ratio of existing anamorphic lenses. This adapter is a cost-effective solution for achieving the classic anamorphic look, reminiscent of the iconic Panavision lenses. It offers a 25% increase in the horizontal FOV and, when combined with the 1.6x anamorphic lens, it can achieve a 2x squeeze, bringing more pronounced anamorphic characteristics such as thinner bokeh and a shallower depth of field.

The 1.25x adapter is compatible with most professional digital cameras, including those with 4:3 sensors, allowing for a direct desqueeze to an approximate 16:9 aspect ratio, the standard for modern visual content. When used on spherical lenses in a 16:9 format, it results in a 20:9 aspect ratio, perfect for full-screen playback on smartphones.

The adapter's wide compatibility is further enhanced by its 82mm rear thread and the inclusion of step-down and step-up rings, accommodating a broad range of popular lenses. Its compact size and light weight, at only 46.5mm in length and 650g, make it an unobtrusive addition to any filmmaker's kit. The front single focus feature simplifies operation by allowing the base lens to be set at infinity, with focusing managed solely through the adapter. This maintains a constant 1.25x squeeze ratio at all focusing distances, ensuring the integrity of the anamorphic effect throughout your shoot.

Together, the Sirui 35mm T2.9 1.6x Anamorphic Lens and the 1.25x Anamorphic Adapter for Nikon Z mount offer a comprehensive solution for achieving cinematic visuals with remarkable ease and flexibility. Whether you're a seasoned cinematographer or an emerging filmmaker, this lens and adapter duo is engineered to elevate your visual narrative to the next level.