SeekerSirui Venus 50mm T2.9 1.6x Full-Frame Anamorphic
The Sirui Venus 50mm T2.9 1.6x Full-Frame Anamorphic lens brings cinematic wide-screen video to mirrorless cameras, complete with the color flare and unmistakable bokeh associated with the anamorphic look.
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Product details
- SIRUI full-frame lens with wider aspect ratio-1.6x factor for immersive experiences.
- This anamorphic lens features a 1.6 times squeeze factor. When shoot in 3:2, it will yield a 2.4:1 aspect ratio. When the sensor is set at 16:9, you’ll end up with a much wider 2.8:1 aspect ratio, the viewing experience delivered by it is as premium and immersive as the IMAX format.
- Creates cinematic effects such as horizontal sci-fi reflections, impressive light flare effects and an oval bokeh. With a squeeze factor of 1.6 times, this cine lens delivers a horizontal angle of view we'd expect from a 31mm regular lens with more pleasing oval bokeh balls, adding extra expressiveness and aesthetics to the footage. Pointing a lightsource directly into this lens to get that signature blue lens flares anamorphic lenses are known for, adding a sprinkle of magic to your image.
- Focal Length: 50mm | Maximum Magnification: 1:12.83 (V), 1:20.42(H) | Maximum Support Frame: Full Frame | Aperture: T16-T2.9 | Aperture Blades: 10
- Lens Mount: L Mount | Construction: 16 Elements in 13 Groups | Max Dia:88mm/3.46" | Total Length: 142.9mm/5.63” | Weight: 1073.6g/2.37lbs
PROS
+ 1.6x squeeze for CinemaScope wide-screen look
+ Low cost for anamorphic optics
+ Distinctive anamorphic flare and bokeh
+ Geared focus and aperture control
+ Available in E, L, RF, and Z mount
CONS
- Footage must be de-squeezed in editing
- Contrast suffers in backlit scenes
- Fully manual, without electronic communication
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By PCMag on March 08, 2023
The Sirui Venus 50mm T2.9 1.6x Full-Frame Anamorphic lens brings cinematic wide-screen video to mirrorless cameras, complete with the color flare and unmistakable bokeh associated with the anamorphic look.
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