optica magnus CINE LENSES

Optica Magnus, based in Burbank, California, is a boutique optics manufacturer recognized for its precision tools and distinctive creative solutions for cinematography. Their new 26.5–125mm Special Zoom provides filmmakers with unique perspectives. The company is also known for its Full Frame Director’s Finder, a professional optical tool with modular mounts that allows directors and cinematographers to preview framing, depth of field, and lens characteristics with accuracy across formats from Super 35 to large format. In addition, Optica Magnus designs the T-Stop machine, a specialized tool used by lens technicians for aperture calibration, and the Xpanders, which adapt vintage zooms for large-format digital workflows. By blending creative innovation with technical precision, Optica Magnus has established itself as a respected name in professional cinema optics.