Atlas Lens Co. Mercury 42mm T2.2 1.5x Anamorphic Prime
The Atlas Lens Co. 42mm T2.2 1.5x Anamorphic Prime is a 42mm f/2.2 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Atlas Lens Co. Mercury 42mm T2.2 1.5x Anamorphic Prime
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Lens Overview — Atlas Lens Co. 42mm T2.2 1.5x Anamorphic Prime
Key Features — Atlas Lens Co. 42mm T2.2 1.5x Anamorphic Prime
1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze: Produces a widescreen cinematic image from Super 35 cameras with characteristic anamorphic oval bokeh and lens flares.
42mm Standard Focal Length: Covers a natural perspective well-suited for dialogue scenes, environmental shots, and documentary-style coverage.
T2.2 Maximum Aperture: Gathers enough light for shooting in controlled low-light conditions while maintaining sharp anamorphic rendering.
Super 35 Format Coverage: Designed to cover Super 35 sensors, matching the standard acquisition format used across a wide range of professional cinema cameras.
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount connects directly to professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, and others without adapters.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth manual focus ring integrates with standard follow focus systems used by professional focus pullers on set.
Lens Specifications — Atlas Lens Co. 42mm T2.2 1.5x Anamorphic Prime
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Anamorphic |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 42mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.2 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 95mm |
Description — Atlas Lens Co. 42mm T2.2 1.5x Anamorphic Prime
The Atlas Lens Co. Mercury 42mm T2.2 is an anamorphic prime built for the Cinema / Video camera system, designed to mount directly via PL Mount to professional cinema cameras. It covers the Super 35 sensor format and delivers a standard 42mm focal length at a maximum aperture of T2.2, providing reliable performance in controlled lighting environments.
The lens is manual focus only, integrating naturally into professional production workflows that employ dedicated follow focus systems. With a 95mm filter thread, it supports large-diameter cinema filtration for on-set creative control. The lens weighs 1,089g, making it a solid, well-built option that will require a properly balanced camera support system. Image stabilization is not included, which is standard for cinema prime lenses intended for use on stabilized rigs or tripod-mounted setups.
Classified as an anamorphic type lens and a prime in the standard focal length range, the Mercury 42mm T2.2 is a purposeful tool for cinematographers operating in Super 35 production environments.
Pros — Atlas Lens Co. 42mm T2.2 1.5x Anamorphic Prime
- ✓PL Mount provides a direct, professional-grade connection to cinema camera systems without adapters
- ✓T2.2 maximum aperture offers solid light-gathering capability for a cinema anamorphic prime
- ✓Super 35 format coverage aligns with a wide range of professional cinema camera sensors
Cons — Atlas Lens Co. 42mm T2.2 1.5x Anamorphic Prime
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring external stabilization solutions for handheld or moving shots
- ✗PL Mount limits compatibility to cinema camera bodies without the use of additional mount adapters
- ✗Manual focus only means it is not suitable for run-and-gun or solo shooting styles that rely on autofocus
Reviews — Atlas Lens Co. 42mm T2.2 1.5x Anamorphic Prime
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Frequently Asked Questions — Atlas Lens Co. 42mm T2.2 1.5x Anamorphic Prime
What camera mount does the Atlas Mercury 42mm T2.2 use?+
The lens uses a PL Mount, which is the standard interface for professional cinema cameras. This makes it compatible with PL-mount cinema camera bodies without requiring an adapter.
What sensor format does this lens cover?+
The Atlas Mercury 42mm T2.2 is designed for the Super 35 format. Cinematographers should verify their camera's sensor size falls within Super 35 coverage to avoid vignetting.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No, the Atlas Mercury 42mm T2.2 is manual focus only. This is consistent with professional cinema production workflows where a dedicated focus puller operates a follow focus system.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The maximum aperture is T2.2. T-stops are calibrated to actual light transmission, making them more accurate for cinema exposure matching across a set of lenses.
What filter size does the Atlas Mercury 42mm use?+
The lens has a 95mm front filter thread. This large diameter accommodates the filtration commonly used in professional cinema production, such as diffusion and polarizer filters.
How heavy is the Atlas Mercury 42mm T2.2?+
The lens weighs 1,089g. This weight is worth accounting for when planning your camera rig, particularly if you are using a gimbal or handheld support system.