Cooke 135mm T2.0 S7/i Full Frame Plus Cinema Prime Lens
The Cooke 135mm T2.0 is a 135mm f/2 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Cooke 135mm T2.0 S7/i Full Frame Plus Cinema Prime Lens
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Lens Overview — Cooke 135mm T2.0
Key Features — Cooke 135mm T2.0
135mm Telephoto Prime: Fixed focal length delivers consistent optical character and rendering suited to portraiture, close-ups, and compressed telephoto compositions.
T2.0 Maximum Aperture: Strong light transmission for a telephoto prime of this focal length, giving cinematographers flexibility in low-light environments and control over depth of field.
Full Frame Coverage: Image circle covers full frame sensors, making it compatible with large-format cinema cameras such as the ARRI ALEXA LF, RED MONSTRO, and Sony VENICE.
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema mount ensures broad compatibility with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, Sony, and others.
Cooke i Technology Contacts: Embedded lens metadata — including focal length, aperture, focus distance, and depth-of-field data — is transmitted to compatible cameras and production tracking systems.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise focus ring built for repeatable focus pulls and follow-focus rig compatibility in professional cinema workflows.
Lens Specifications — Cooke 135mm T2.0
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio, Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 135mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 3.7kg |
Description — Cooke 135mm T2.0
The Cooke 135mm T2.0 S7/i Full Frame Plus Cinema Prime is a manual focus, PL mount telephoto prime built specifically for full frame cinema production. With a maximum aperture of T2.0, it delivers reliable light transmission for a lens of this focal length, giving directors of photography latitude to work in challenging lighting conditions while maintaining creative control over background separation. The lens is fixed at 135mm, placing it firmly in the telephoto prime category for cinema use.
Weighing 3.7 kg, it is a robust, professional-grade optic intended for use on fully rigged cinema cameras and support systems. The PL mount includes i Technology contacts, allowing the lens to communicate key metadata — such as focus distance and depth-of-field data — directly to compatible camera systems and production pipelines. No image stabilization is included, consistent with the expectations of a cine type lens in professional production environments.
The full frame coverage makes it a strong choice for cinematographers working with large-sensor cinema platforms.
Pros — Cooke 135mm T2.0
- ✓Maximum aperture of T2.0 provides strong light-gathering performance for a 135mm telephoto prime
- ✓Full frame lens format ensures coverage for large-sensor cinema cameras
- ✓PL mount with i Technology contacts enables lens metadata transmission to compatible systems
Cons — Cooke 135mm T2.0
- ✗At 3.7 kg, the lens is heavy and will require robust support rigging on most setups
- ✗No image stabilization, so stabilization must be managed externally
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus option for operators who may need it in hybrid or documentary contexts
Videos — Cooke 135mm T2.0
Hands On With the New Cooke S7/i Primes at NAB 2017 — CineD
Frequently Asked Questions — Cooke 135mm T2.0
What mount does the Cooke 135mm T2.0 S7/i use?+
The lens uses a PL mount, which is the standard mount for professional cinema cameras. It includes i Technology contacts for transmitting lens metadata to compatible camera systems.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The maximum aperture is T2.0. Note that this is a T-stop rating, which is a measurement of actual light transmission rather than the theoretical f-stop value.
What sensor size does this lens cover?+
The lens is rated for full frame coverage, making it suitable for cinema cameras with full frame sensors. This is specified under the lensFormat field in the product data.
Does this lens have autofocus or image stabilization?+
No. The Cooke 135mm T2.0 S7/i is a manual focus lens only and has no image stabilization. Both are standard omissions for professional cinema prime lenses, where manual control and external stabilization are the norm.
How heavy is the Cooke 135mm T2.0 S7/i?+
The lens weighs 3.7 kg. This is a significant weight that should be factored into your rigging and support system planning.
Is this lens compatible with still photography cameras?+
The lens uses a PL mount and is categorized under cinema and video camera systems. It is not designed for use with typical DSLR or mirrorless still photography camera mounts without a dedicated adapter.