Cooke 100mm Anamorphic/i 1.8x Full Frame SF Prime Lens
The Cooke 100mm is a 100mm f/2.3 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Cooke 100mm Anamorphic/i 1.8x Full Frame SF Prime Lens
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Lens Overview — Cooke 100mm
Key Features — Cooke 100mm
1.8x Anamorphic Squeeze: Delivers a wider aspect ratio from a full-frame sensor while producing the characteristic horizontal lens flares and oval bokeh associated with the anamorphic format.
Full-Frame Coverage: Designed to cover full-frame cinema sensors, making it compatible with large-format cameras such as the ARRI ALEXA LF and Sony VENICE.
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount ensures broad compatibility across professional cinema camera bodies from ARRI, RED, and Sony.
T2.3 Maximum Aperture: Strong light-gathering capability for a full-frame anamorphic prime, supporting shooting in lower-light conditions without heavy artificial lighting.
Fixed 100mm Focal Length: Telephoto prime focal length suited to close-up portraits, detail shots, and compressed backgrounds in narrative and commercial production.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise focus ring with industry-standard 0.8 MOD gear ring for use with follow focus systems in professional cinema workflows.
Lens Specifications — Cooke 100mm
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Anamorphic |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 100mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.3 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 3.8kg |
Description — Cooke 100mm
The Cooke 100mm Anamorphic/i Full Frame SF Prime Lens is a dedicated cinema prime in the Anamorphic lens type category, built around a PL Mount and designed for Full Frame sensor coverage. With a fixed focal length of 100mm and a maximum aperture of T2.3, this telephoto prime delivers consistent exposure and optical characteristics across a production. The lens is a prime design — no zooming — and operates with manual focus only, making it a natural fit for scripted productions with dedicated focus pullers.
Weighing 3.8kg, it is a substantial piece of glass that calls for a well-configured camera rig and lens support. The PL Mount ensures compatibility with the professional cinema camera ecosystem. The lens has no image stabilization, which is standard for a cinema prime of this type, as stabilization is typically handled at the rig or camera level.
There is no filter thread size specified in the data, so matte box or filter integration should be confirmed prior to production. This lens is purpose-built for the Cinema / Video camera system and is not intended for still photography applications.
Pros — Cooke 100mm
- ✓Maximum aperture of T2.3 provides strong light-gathering capability for a cinema anamorphic prime
- ✓Full frame lens format ensures coverage for large-sensor cinema cameras
- ✓PL Mount is the industry-standard cinema mount, offering wide camera compatibility
Cons — Cooke 100mm
- ✗At 3.8kg, the lens is heavy and will require a robust support rig or lens support system
- ✗No image stabilization, so stable mounting solutions are essential
- ✗No filter thread size specified, which may complicate matte box or filter system planning
Videos — Cooke 100mm
Cooke Anamorphic/i 1.8x Full Frame SF Lens Test — Gevorg Juguryan
Frequently Asked Questions — Cooke 100mm
What camera mount does this Cooke 100mm Anamorphic lens use?+
This lens uses a PL Mount, which is the industry-standard mount for professional cinema cameras. It is not compatible with DSLR or mirrorless mounts without an adapter, and even then, PL-to-other-mount adapters are specialized products.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No. This lens is manual focus only, with no autofocus capability. It is designed for professional cinema production environments where a dedicated focus puller operates the lens, typically using follow focus systems with 0.8 MOD gear rings.
What sensor size does this lens cover?+
The lens is specified as a Full Frame format lens, meaning it is designed to cover full-frame cinema sensors. This makes it suitable for productions shooting on full-frame cinema camera bodies.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The maximum aperture is T2.3, measured in T-stops as is standard for cinema lenses. This represents the lens's light transmission at its widest opening.
How heavy is this lens?+
The lens weighs 3.8kg. This is a substantial weight that should be factored into rig planning, particularly for handheld or Steadicam configurations where total payload is a key consideration.
Is this lens a zoom or a prime?+
This is a prime lens with a fixed focal length of 100mm, categorized in the telephoto range. There is no zoom capability; the focal length is fixed at 100mm.