Atlas Lens Co. Mercury Series Anamorphic Prime Lens Set
The Atlas Lens Co. Anamorphic Prime Lens Set is a 36–138mm 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 Series Anamorphic Prime Lens Set
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Lens Overview — Atlas Lens Co. Anamorphic Prime Lens Set
Key Features — Atlas Lens Co. Anamorphic Prime Lens Set
1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze: The 1.5x squeeze ratio delivers the characteristic anamorphic widescreen look, including horizontal lens flares and oval bokeh, while remaining compatible with a broader range of Super 35 sensors than traditional 2x anamorphic designs.
36mm–138mm Focal Range: The set spans wide-angle through short telephoto focal lengths, providing cinematographers with a versatile toolkit for a wide variety of shot types on a single production.
T2.2 Maximum Aperture: A consistent T2.2 aperture across the set allows for predictable exposure and depth-of-field matching when cutting between focal lengths.
PL Mount: Industry-standard PL mount ensures compatibility with professional cinema cameras from ARRI, RED, and other major manufacturers.
Super 35 Format Coverage: Designed to cover the Super 35 sensor size, the most widely used format in professional cinema production worldwide.
Manual Focus Design: Purpose-built manual focus rings with smooth, consistent action are well suited to professional follow focus systems and precision focus pulls.
Lens Specifications — Atlas Lens Co. Anamorphic Prime Lens Set
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Anamorphic |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 36–138mm |
| 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. Anamorphic Prime Lens Set
The Atlas Lens Co. Mercury Series Anamorphic Prime Lens Set is engineered for professional cinema production, offering a PL Mount configuration and a focal length range spanning 36mm to 138mm. Each prime in the set delivers a maximum aperture of f/2.2, ensuring dependable performance across varied lighting conditions on set.
Designed for Super 35 format coverage, the Mercury Series aligns with the sensor sizes found in a wide range of professional cinema cameras. The lenses feature manual focus only, consistent with industry-standard production workflows where precision focus pulling is handled by dedicated crew members using follow focus systems. A 95mm filter thread runs across the set, making it straightforward to use a single set of large-format cinema filters throughout production.
The entire set weighs 2.1kg, reflecting the durable, production-ready construction expected from professional anamorphic glass. With no image stabilization, the Mercury Series is intended for use on stabilized rigs, tripods, and camera support systems standard in cinema environments.
Pros — Atlas Lens Co. Anamorphic Prime Lens Set
- ✓Versatile focal length range from 36mm to 138mm covers wide-angle through short telephoto perspectives
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/2.2 offers solid light-gathering performance across the set
- ✓PL Mount compatibility aligns with professional cinema camera platforms
Cons — Atlas Lens Co. Anamorphic Prime Lens Set
- ✗No autofocus capability, requiring dedicated focus pulling on set
- ✗No image stabilization, necessitating use with stabilized camera support systems
- ✗Super 35 format coverage may limit compatibility with larger sensor cinema cameras
Videos — Atlas Lens Co. Anamorphic Prime Lens Set
Why Hollywood Uses These Cinematic Lenses // Atlas Mercury Anamorphic — Matti Haapoja
Frequently Asked Questions — Atlas Lens Co. Anamorphic Prime Lens Set
What focal lengths are included in the Mercury Series set?+
The Mercury Series covers a focal length range from 36mm to 138mm. The set is categorized as wide angle, with the specific individual focal lengths spanning that range across the included primes.
What camera mount does the Mercury Series use?+
The Mercury Series Anamorphic Prime Lens Set uses a PL Mount, which is the standard professional cinema lens mount. This makes the set compatible with cinema cameras that accept PL Mount lenses.
What sensor format do these lenses cover?+
The Mercury Series lenses are designed for Super 35 format, one of the most widely used sensor sizes in professional cinema production. Shooters using larger sensor formats should verify compatibility before purchasing.
What is the maximum aperture of the Mercury Series lenses?+
Each lens in the Mercury Series offers a maximum aperture of f/2.2, providing reliable light-gathering performance in a variety of shooting conditions. This is consistent across the set.
Do the Mercury Series lenses support autofocus?+
No, the Mercury Series lenses are manual focus only. This is standard for professional cinema lenses, where focus is typically controlled by a dedicated focus puller using a follow focus system.
What filter size do the Mercury Series lenses use?+
The Mercury Series lenses feature a 95mm filter thread, accommodating large-diameter cinema filters. This consistent filter size across the set simplifies filter changes during production.