Cooke 50mm T2.0 S7/i Cinema Prime Lens for PL Mount
The Cooke 50mm T2.0 is a 50mm f/2 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Cooke 50mm T2.0 S7/i Cinema Prime Lens for PL Mount
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Lens Overview — Cooke 50mm T2.0
Key Features — Cooke 50mm T2.0
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema mount compatible with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, Sony, and others.
T2.0 Maximum Aperture: Solid light-gathering capability for controlled studio environments and lower-light shooting conditions.
Full-Frame Image Circle: Covers the large-format sensors found in cameras like the ARRI ALEXA LF and RED MONSTRO, with no vignetting.
50mm Standard Focal Length: Closely mimics natural human eye perspective, making it a versatile choice for dialogue scenes and general coverage.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, repeatable focus ring built for precise focus pulls using standard follow-focus systems and dedicated focus pullers.
/i Technology Metadata: Transmits real-time lens data — including focus distance, aperture, and depth of field — to the camera and on-set systems for VFX and production use.
Lens Specifications — Cooke 50mm T2.0
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 3400g |
Description — Cooke 50mm T2.0
The Cooke 50mm T2.0 S7/i Cinema Prime Lens is a dedicated cinema prime built around the PL Mount, offering seamless integration with professional cinema camera systems. With a fixed focal length of 50mm and a maximum aperture of T2.0, this lens delivers reliable exposure performance in a standard focal length perspective favored by cinematographers for its natural framing characteristics. Designed for full-frame coverage, it is well-suited to large-format cinema cameras that demand larger image circles.
The lens is a manual focus design, consistent with professional cinema practice where follow-focus rigs and dedicated focus pullers are standard. Image stabilization is rated as None, placing responsibility for motion control on the camera platform or rig system. At 3,400g, the lens is solidly built for the rigors of professional production environments.
Classified as a Cine type prime within the Cinema / Video camera system category, this Cooke S7/i is a purpose-driven tool for productions operating in established PL Mount ecosystems.
Pros — Cooke 50mm T2.0
- ✓Maximum aperture of T2.0 provides strong light-gathering performance for a cinema prime
- ✓Full-frame image circle ensures compatibility with large-format cinema cameras
- ✓PL Mount is the industry-standard cinema mount, offering broad camera compatibility
Cons — Cooke 50mm T2.0
- ✗At 3,400g, the lens is quite heavy and may add significant load to handheld or gimbal setups
- ✗No image stabilization, so camera-side or rig-level stabilization solutions are required
- ✗Manual focus only — not suitable for any run-and-gun or solo shooting style that relies on autofocus
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Frequently Asked Questions — Cooke 50mm T2.0
What camera mount does this Cooke S7/i lens use?+
This lens is built for the PL Mount, which is the standard mount used across professional cinema cameras. It is not natively compatible with mirrorless or DSLR mounts without an adapter.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The lens has a maximum aperture of T2.0. Note that this is a T-stop rating, which measures actual light transmission rather than the theoretical f-stop value.
Does this lens cover full-frame sensors?+
Yes, the Cooke 50mm T2.0 S7/i is rated for full-frame coverage, making it suitable for large-format cinema cameras with full-frame sensors.
Does this lens have autofocus or image stabilization?+
No. This lens is manual focus only and has no image stabilization. This is typical for professional cinema primes, where focus control is handled by a dedicated focus puller and stabilization is managed at the rig or camera level.
How heavy is the Cooke 50mm T2.0 S7/i?+
The lens weighs 3,400g. This is a substantial weight that should be factored into rig planning, particularly for handheld or gimbal-based setups.
Is this lens a zoom or a prime?+
This is a prime lens with a fixed focal length of 50mm. It falls within the standard focal length range and does not offer any zoom capability.