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Cooke 180mm Anamorphic/i SF Prime Lens

The Cooke 180mm Prime Lens is a 180mm f/2.8 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Cooke 180mm Anamorphic/i SF Prime Lens

Cooke 180mm Anamorphic/i SF Prime Lens

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Lens Overview — Cooke 180mm Prime Lens

The Cooke 180mm Anamorphic/i SF Prime Lens is a telephoto prime designed for the cinema and video market, built around a PL Mount and optimized for Super 35 format coverage. Operating at a maximum aperture of T2.8, this lens delivers the distinctive anamorphic rendering that cinematographers seek, while the SF (Special Flair) designation signals an intentional embrace of optical character over clinical perfection. Focus is entirely manual, which aligns with professional cinema workflows where a dedicated focus puller demands precise, repeatable control.

The lens weighs 6.21 kg, placing it firmly in the category of large-format cinema glass that typically requires robust lens support and a capable follow focus or remote system. With a fixed 180mm focal length, it functions as a dedicated telephoto prime, making it well-suited for close-up portraiture, wildlife, and long-form dramatic compositions on set. The PL Mount ensures broad compatibility with professional cinema camera bodies, and the Super 35 format coverage makes it a natural pairing with the industry's most widely used digital cinema sensors.

There is no image stabilization, consistent with manual cinema prime expectations.

Key Features — Cooke 180mm Prime Lens

2x Anamorphic Format: Full 2x anamorphic squeeze delivers the characteristic oval bokeh, horizontal lens flares, and wide aspect ratio associated with cinematic anamorphic imagery.

Special Flair (SF) Optics: The SF designation indicates intentionally retained optical character, producing distinctive flare and rendering that cinematographers use for creative effect rather than clinical sharpness.

T2.8 Maximum Aperture: A fast T2.8 stop for a telephoto anamorphic prime allows shooting in lower light and provides meaningful subject separation at 180mm.

180mm Telephoto Prime: Fixed focal length delivers a tight, consistent field of view well-suited to close-up portraiture, dramatic inserts, and long-lens compositions on set.

PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema mount ensures compatibility with professional camera bodies from ARRI, RED, Sony, and others.

Large Format Coverage: The Cooke Anamorphic/i SF series is designed to cover large format sensors such as the ARRI ALEXA 65 and Panavision DXL2, going beyond the standard Super 35 frame.

Lens Specifications — Cooke 180mm Prime Lens

Cooke 180mm Prime Lens full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesVideo / Cinematography, Creative Effects
Lens TypeAnamorphic
FormatFull Frame
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length180mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.8
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountPL Mount
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Weight6.21kg

Description — Cooke 180mm Prime Lens

The Cooke 180mm Anamorphic/i SF Prime Lens is a dedicated telephoto anamorphic prime built for professional cinema and video production. With a PL Mount and Super 35 format coverage, it integrates seamlessly into established high-end cinema workflows. The lens operates at a maximum aperture of T2.8, offering solid low-light performance for a telephoto prime of this type.

Focus is manual only, reflecting the lens's design intent for use with professional focus pullers rather than run-and-gun shooting. Weighing 6.21 kg, the lens is a substantial piece of glass that requires proper rigging and lens support to deploy effectively on set. The fixed 180mm focal length positions it as a telephoto prime for portraiture, dramatic close-ups, and compressed-perspective compositions.

Image stabilization is not included, consistent with its cinema prime pedigree where stability is addressed at the rig and support level rather than optically.

Pros — Cooke 180mm Prime Lens

  • ✓Maximum aperture of T2.8 provides strong light-gathering capability for a telephoto anamorphic prime
  • ✓PL Mount offers compatibility with a wide range of professional cinema camera bodies
  • ✓Super 35 format coverage matches the most common digital cinema sensor standard

Cons — Cooke 180mm Prime Lens

  • ✗At 6.21 kg, the lens demands substantial support rigging and adds significant load to any camera setup
  • ✗No image stabilization, so handheld or gimbal use requires additional stabilization solutions
  • ✗Single fixed focal length at 180mm limits versatility compared to a zoom or multi-lens kit

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Frequently Asked Questions — Cooke 180mm Prime Lens

What camera mount does this lens use?+
The Cooke 180mm Anamorphic/i SF Prime uses a PL Mount, the standard mount found on most professional cinema camera systems. This makes it compatible with a broad range of cinema-grade camera bodies in the industry.
What sensor size does this lens cover?+
The lens is designed for Super 35 format coverage, which aligns with the most widely used sensor standard in digital cinema production. It is not specified for larger formats in the provided data.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The maximum aperture is T2.8. This is a T-stop measurement, which accounts for actual light transmission, making it the relevant figure for cinema exposure work.
Does this lens have autofocus or image stabilization?+
No. The lens is manual focus only with no autofocus capability, and image stabilization is listed as None. This is standard for professional cinema prime lenses intended for use with dedicated focus pullers.
How heavy is this lens and what does that mean for rigging?+
The lens weighs 6.21 kg, which is substantial and will require a sturdy lens support or matte box bracket on most cinema rigs. Camera operators should plan their build accordingly to ensure balanced and safe operation.

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