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Great Joy 50mm T2.9 1.8x Anamorphic Lens

The Blazar 50mm T2.9 is a 50mm f/2.9 lens designed for Sony E mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Great Joy 50mm T2.9 1.8x Anamorphic Lens

Great Joy 50mm T2.9 1.8x Anamorphic Lens

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Lens Overview — Blazar 50mm T2.9

The Blazar Great Joy 50mm T2.9 is a prime anamorphic cine lens designed for full-frame coverage, available here in a Sony E mount configuration. Built squarely for cinema and video applications, this lens is classified as a standard focal length prime with a maximum aperture of T2.9, giving filmmakers a reasonably fast light-gathering capability for a lens of this type. It is a fully manual focus lens with no autofocus system, which is standard practice for professional cine glass where precise, repeatable focus pulls are prioritized over speed.

Image stabilization is not present, so stable rigging or support systems are recommended. The lens accepts 82mm front filters, making it compatible with a wide range of matte boxes and filter systems used in professional productions. Weighing in at 1,089 grams, this is a substantial piece of glass that is best suited to a rigged camera setup rather than handheld run-and-gun shooting.

The full-frame lens format ensures coverage across Sony E mount cameras with large sensors. Overall, the Great Joy 50mm T2.9 is a purpose-built tool for filmmakers who want an anamorphic look on a Sony E mount system.

Key Features — Blazar 50mm T2.9

1.8x Anamorphic Squeeze: Produces the characteristic widescreen aspect ratio and oval bokeh associated with anamorphic cinema glass.

50mm T2.9 Aperture: A T2.9 maximum aperture provides solid light transmission for a 1.8x anamorphic prime, suitable for controlled lighting environments.

Full-Frame Coverage: Covers full-frame sensors, making it compatible with Sony E mount cameras such as the FX3, FX6, and BURANO.

Sony E Mount: Natively mounts to Sony E mount cinema and mirrorless cameras without the need for an adapter.

Manual Focus Design: Smooth cine-style manual focus ring supports precise, repeatable focus pulls suited to professional video production workflows.

82mm Filter Thread: Standard 82mm front thread offers broad compatibility with matte boxes and professional filter systems.

Lens Specifications — Blazar 50mm T2.9

Blazar 50mm T2.9 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesVideo / Cinematography, Creative Effects
Lens TypeAnamorphic
FormatFull Frame
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length50mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.9
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountSony E
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Filter Thread82mm

Description — Blazar 50mm T2.9

The Blazar Great Joy 50mm T2.9 is a prime anamorphic cine lens built for full-frame sensor coverage, configured here with a Sony E mount. With a maximum aperture of T2.9, it offers solid light transmission for cinema and video work across a variety of shooting conditions. As a manual focus lens with no autofocus capability, it is engineered for the deliberate, controlled focus techniques that define professional cine production.

The 82mm filter thread provides excellent compatibility with industry-standard filters and matte box setups. Weighing 1,089 grams, this lens carries real heft and performs best when mounted on a properly supported rig. With no image stabilization on board, a sturdy support system is an essential companion.

Classified as a Cine type lens in the Cinema/Video camera system category, the Great Joy 50mm T2.9 is a purposeful tool for filmmakers pursuing an anamorphic aesthetic on Sony E mount cameras.

Pros — Blazar 50mm T2.9

  • ✓T2.9 maximum aperture provides a reasonably fast light transmission rating for cinema work
  • ✓Full-frame lens format ensures complete sensor coverage on compatible Sony E mount bodies
  • ✓82mm filter thread size offers broad compatibility with professional filter and matte box systems

Cons — Blazar 50mm T2.9

  • ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus available, requiring dedicated focus pullers or careful solo operation
  • ✗At 1,089 grams, the lens is heavy and demands proper rigging support for comfortable use
  • ✗No image stabilization, making stable support systems essential

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Frequently Asked Questions — Blazar 50mm T2.9

What camera mount does this lens use?+
This version of the Blazar Great Joy 50mm T2.9 is fitted with a Sony E mount. It is designed for the Cinema/Video camera system category and covers a full-frame lens format.
Does this lens have autofocus?+
No. The lens is manual focus only with autofocus listed as false in the specifications. This is typical for cine-category lenses where manual focus pulls are standard practice.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The maximum aperture is T2.9, expressed as a T-stop rating which measures actual light transmission rather than the geometric f-stop value. This provides a reasonably shallow depth of field for cinematic subject separation.
What filter size does this lens take?+
The lens has an 82mm filter thread, which is compatible with a wide range of screw-on filters and professional matte box systems commonly used in cine production.
How heavy is this lens?+
The lens weighs 1,089 grams according to the specifications. This is a substantial weight and strongly suggests use on a properly rigged camera support system rather than purely handheld shooting.
Does this lens include image stabilization?+
No, image stabilization is listed as None in the specifications. Filmmakers should plan accordingly and use appropriate camera support equipment to manage camera movement.

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