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Cooke S8/i Full Frame Plus 50mm T1.4 Prime Cinema Lens - PL Mount

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Lens Overview — Cooke 50mm T1.4 Prime

The Cooke S8/i Full Frame Plus 50mm Prime Cinema Lens is a manual-focus cine prime designed for full-frame cinema sensors, mounted in the industry-standard PL Mount. With a maximum aperture of T1.4, this lens is built for cinematographers who demand strong light-gathering capability in a standard focal length. At 50mm, it sits in the classic standard range, making it a versatile choice across a wide variety of shooting scenarios.

The lens is designed specifically for the Cinema and Video camera system category, reinforcing its purpose-built credentials for professional motion picture work. Weighing in at 2086.6g, this is a substantial, professional-grade optic built to the tolerances expected on a cinema production. The filter thread measures 52mm, providing a standard front-end size for filter accessories.

Focus is entirely manual, as expected from a dedicated cinema prime, giving focus pullers precise, repeatable control. Image stabilization is not present, which is standard for a lens of this type. The S8/i sits firmly in the full-frame format category, ensuring compatibility with today's large-format cinema cameras using the PL Mount standard.

Key Features — Cooke 50mm T1.4 Prime

T1.4 Maximum Aperture: Exceptional light-gathering capability allows shooting in low-light environments with minimal artificial lighting.

Full Frame Plus Coverage: Designed to cover full-frame and large-format cinema sensors, ensuring no vignetting on today's high-end cinema cameras.

PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount compatible with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, and other major manufacturers.

50mm Standard Focal Length: Classic standard field of view that closely approximates natural human perspective, suitable for a wide range of narrative and documentary shooting scenarios.

Cooke /i Technology: Built-in /i metadata protocol communicates lens data — including focal length, aperture, and focus distance — directly to compatible cameras and on-set tools for streamlined post-production workflows.

Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise focus ring engineered for repeatable focus pulls and consistent operation by professional focus pullers.

Lens Specifications — Cooke 50mm T1.4 Prime

Cooke 50mm T1.4 Prime full specifications
Spec	Detail
Use Cases	Video / Cinematography
Lens Type	Cine
Format	Full Frame
Zoom/Prime	Prime
Focal Length	50mm
Maximum Aperture	f/1.4
Camera System	Cinema / Video
Lens Mount	PL Mount
Autofocus	No
Focus Type	Manual
Image Stabilization	None
Filter Thread	52mm
Weight	2086.6g

Description — Cooke 50mm T1.4 Prime

The Cooke S8/i Full Frame Plus 50mm Prime Cinema Lens is a purpose-built cine optic mounted in the professional PL Mount standard. With a maximum aperture of T1.4, it offers strong light transmission in a classic standard focal length, making it adaptable across a broad range of cinematic applications. Designed specifically for the Cinema and Video camera system, this lens carries a Full Frame image circle to support today's large-format cinema sensors without compromise.

Focus is fully manual, in keeping with professional cinema workflows that demand consistent, repeatable focus pulls. The lens weighs 2086.6g, a figure worth accounting for when planning rig configurations, and features a 52mm front filter thread for straightforward filter integration. With no image stabilization, this lens is intended to be paired with appropriate camera support systems.

The S8/i 50mm is a prime lens in the standard focal length range, offering a clean, dedicated optical path without the mechanical complexity of a zoom.

Pros — Cooke 50mm T1.4 Prime

✓Maximum aperture of T1.4 provides strong light-gathering capability in a standard 50mm focal length
✓Full-frame lens format ensures coverage for large-format cinema sensors
✓PL Mount is the widely adopted industry-standard mount for professional cinema cameras
✓Manual focus design gives focus pullers precise, repeatable control
✓52mm filter thread offers a practical front-end size for common filter systems

Cons — Cooke 50mm T1.4 Prime

✗At 2086.6g, the lens is quite heavy, which may add strain in handheld or gimbal configurations
✗No image stabilization, requiring stable rigging or support systems in motion scenarios
✗PL Mount limits compatibility to PL-equipped cinema cameras only
✗Manual focus only — no autofocus option for hybrid or run-and-gun workflows

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Resources & Downloads — Cooke 50mm T1.4 Prime

Manuals & Guides

User Manual
PDF · 2.9 MB

Frequently Asked Questions — Cooke 50mm T1.4 Prime

What camera mount does this lens use?+

The Cooke S8/i 50mm uses a PL Mount, which is the standard mount found on professional cinema cameras. It is not compatible with DSLR or mirrorless mounts without an adapter.

What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+

The maximum aperture is T1.4, which is the T-stop rating used in cinema lenses to reflect actual light transmission. This makes it well suited for shooting in lower-light environments.

Does this lens cover full-frame sensors?+

Yes, the lens format is specified as Full Frame, meaning it is designed to cover full-frame cinema sensors without vignetting.

Does this lens have autofocus or image stabilization?+

No. The lens is manual focus only and has no image stabilization. This is consistent with professional cinema lens design, where manual control is preferred for precise focus pulling.

What is the filter thread size on this lens?+

The front filter thread is 52mm, allowing attachment of standard 52mm screw-in filters or step-up rings for larger filter systems.

How heavy is this lens?+

The lens weighs 2086.6g, making it a substantial optic. This weight should be factored into rig and support planning, particularly for gimbal or handheld configurations.

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