Cooke 135mm Anamorphic
The Cooke 135mm T2.3 is a 135mm f/2.3 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Used copies start from $18,995 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Cooke 135mm Anamorphic
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Lens Overview — Cooke 135mm T2.3
Key Features — Cooke 135mm T2.3
135mm Telephoto Prime: Fixed focal length delivers a compressed, telephoto perspective ideal for close-up coverage, detail shots, and subject isolation.
Anamorphic Optical Design: Produces the characteristic horizontal lens flares, oval bokeh, and wider aspect ratio associated with the anamorphic cinema format.
T2.3 Maximum Aperture: Strong light-gathering capability for a telephoto anamorphic prime, supporting shooting in lower light conditions without heavy reliance on artificial lighting.
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount ensures broad compatibility with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, Sony, and others.
Super 35 Format Coverage: Designed to cover Super 35 sensors, aligning with the most widely used format in professional digital cinema production.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise focus ring built for dedicated focus pullers operating within professional cinematography workflows.
Lens Specifications — Cooke 135mm T2.3
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Anamorphic |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 135mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.3 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 3.7kg |
Description — Cooke 135mm T2.3
The Cooke 135mm Anamorphic is a prime cinema lens with a fixed 135mm focal length, built for professional cinematography on cameras equipped with a PL Mount. Classified as an anamorphic type lens within the telephoto focal length range, it covers the Super 35 image format, placing it firmly in the professional digital and film cinema space. The maximum aperture of T2.3 gives cinematographers meaningful light-gathering capability at this focal length.
Focus is manual, consistent with the professional cinema production standard of dedicated focus control. The lens carries no image stabilization, relying instead on the camera platform or support rig for steady imagery. Weighing in at 3.7kg, it is a substantial piece of glass that will require proper lens support and a well-balanced camera setup.
The absence of a listed filter thread size means on-lens filtration should be explored through matte box solutions. Overall, this lens is built for the demands of professional production environments where optical quality, consistent aperture, and anamorphic character are the primary requirements.
Pros — Cooke 135mm T2.3
- ✓Maximum aperture of T2.3 offers strong light-gathering performance for a 135mm telephoto anamorphic prime
- ✓PL Mount compatibility ensures broad integration with professional cinema camera systems
- ✓Fixed 135mm focal length delivers a consistent telephoto perspective well suited to close-up and portrait-style cinematography
Cons — Cooke 135mm T2.3
- ✗At 3.7kg, the lens is heavy, which may add strain to handheld or gimbal-based setups
- ✗No image stabilization, so steady imagery depends entirely on the camera rig or support system
- ✗Manual focus only, with no autofocus option for operators who may need it in run-and-gun or documentary contexts
Reviews — Cooke 135mm T2.3
- Cooke S7/i 16mm Full Frame Plus and Anamorphic/i 135mm FF+ Introduced
CineD · 2019-09-01 - Cooke 16mm T2.0 S7/i Full Frame Plus & Anamorphic/i 135mm Full Frame Plus T2.3
Newsshooter · 2019-09-14 - Cooke Interview - New Lenses and Cooke Look
CineD - P+S Technik Adds a 135mm Focal Length to Its Anamorphic Evolution Line
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Videos — Cooke 135mm T2.3
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