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- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 25mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 32mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 40mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 50mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 65mm Macro T2.6
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 75mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 100mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 135mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 180mm T2.8
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 300mm T3.5
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Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x
Prime - 2.0x Anamorphic - Super 35
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Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x lenses embody the perfect balance of precision engineering and cinematic artistry. They deliver the iconic Cooke Look—warm, smooth, and dimensional—with classic anamorphic depth, natural falloff, and beautifully controlled flares. Designed for professional large-format production, these lenses maintain consistent color, contrast, and focus behavior across the set, offering cinematographers both reliability and expressive image character. The Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x series brings emotional resonance to every frame while ensuring seamless performance within modern digital workflows. A full Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x set includes 25mm, 32mm, 40mm, 50mm, 65mm MACRO, 75mm, 100mm, 135mm, 180mm, and 300mm focal lengths. Available to rent or sub-rent from Cine Visuals.
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 25mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 32mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 40mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 50mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 65mm Macro T2.6
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 75mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 100mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 135mm T2.3
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 180mm T2.8
- Cooke Anamorphic/i 2x 300mm T3.5
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25mm – 300mm (10 Lenses)
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*Refer to the Technical Specifications table
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Image Fidelity & Focus
Looking through the Cooke Anamorphic 2x lenses, the first impression is one of balance. These are not aggressively stylized lenses, yet they are far from sterile. Resolution is strong, especially for anamorphic glass, and holds across much of the frame. There is a clarity that supports modern digital sensors, but it never crosses into harshness. The image feels grounded and dimensional rather than etched. Astigmatism is controlled. Field curvature is moderated. Focus transitions are particularly striking. Skin tones carry warmth and softness without losing detail. Highlights roll gently, avoiding the brittle edge that can sometimes accompany high resolution capture. Films and series that seek a polished but human image often turn to Cooke anamorphics for precisely this reason.
Handling & Adaptability
The lenses maintain a consistent front diameter across much of the set, typically around 110mm, with certain wider or specialty focal lengths expanding to 136mm. This consistency simplifies matte box setups and filtration, which is a significant advantage on set. Lens changes become more efficient, and camera assistants can work with confidence knowing that adjustments will be minimal. Focus rotation is long and precise, giving focus pullers the ability to pull with accuracy and repeatability. The tactile feel of the focus ring is smooth and deliberate, offering resistance that feels intentional rather than mechanical. Lens metadata is transmitted directly to the camera, providing valuable information for post production, visual effects, and color workflows. In use, these lenses strike a balance between solidity and usability.
Flare & Bokeh
Unlike more aggressive anamorphic designs, these lenses approach flare with restraint. The flares are typically clean and controlled, often appearing white with a subtle warmth that reflects Cooke’s color philosophy. They do not overwhelm the frame but instead add a layer of atmosphere, like a quiet echo of the light itself. Bokeh carries the unmistakable imprint of the 2x squeeze. Out of focus highlights stretch into vertical ovals, a direct result of the horizontal compression applied during capture. In the center of the frame, these shapes are smooth and well defined, with soft edges that give them a creamy, almost liquid quality. As they move toward the edges, they begin to tilt and elongate further, creating a subtle sense of motion within the background.
Image Circle
The Cooke Anamorphic 2x lenses are designed specifically for the S35 ecosystem. Their image circle measures approximately 33.5mm diagonally, providing full coverage for S35 sensors and film gates. This precise coverage ensures that the lenses deliver consistent performance across the frame while maintaining the intended anamorphic characteristics. It is a deliberate choice that ties the lenses to a format that has defined modern cinematography for decades.
Cinematic Heritage
With the rise of digital cinema, a desire for lenses with more optical character grew in desire. This is where the Cooke Anamorphic 2x were born. The goal was not to replicate vintage glass, nor to eliminate anamorphic character entirely. Cooke sought something more balanced. They wanted to create a modern anamorphic lens that could meet the demands of contemporary cinematography while preserving a sense of artistry. These lenses were designed to integrate seamlessly into digital workflows, offering consistency, reliability, and the familiar warmth of the Cooke Look, while still delivering the widescreen language that anamorphic capture provides.
Technical Specs Table
T-Stop
Type
Format
Front Diameter
Lens Mount
Metadata
Close Focus (ft)
Close Focus (m)
Weight (lbs)
Weight (kg)
Length (in)
Length (mm)
Iris Blades
Image Circle
Front Filter
Rear Filter
Horizontal Angle of View (Full Frame)
Horizontal Angle of View (S35)
Focus Rotation
T2.3
Anamorphic
Super 35
136 mm
PL
/i
2'9"
0.84 m
9.26 lbs
4.20 kg
8.00"
203.20 mm
11
31.1 mm
Screw-in Filter: M131 × 0.75
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–
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300°
T2.3
Anamorphic
Super 35
110 mm
PL
/i
2'9"
0.84 m
7.10 lbs
3.22 kg
7.68"
195.07 mm
11
31.1 mm
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–
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300°
T2.3
Anamorphic
Super 35
110 mm
PL
/i
2'9"
0.84 m
7.50 lbs
3.40 kg
7.68"
195.07 mm
11
31.1 mm
Screw-in Filter: M105 × 0.75
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300°
T2.3
Anamorphic
Super 35
110 mm
PL
/i
2'9"
0.84 m
7.90 lbs
3.58 kg
7.68"
195.07 mm
11
31.1 mm
Screw-in Filter: M105 × 0.75
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300°
T2.6
Anamorphic
Super 35
136 mm
PL
/i
18"
0.46 m
11.50 lbs
5.21 kg
10.10"
256.54 mm
11
31.1 mm
Screw-in Filter: M131 × 0.75
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300°
T2.3
Anamorphic
Super 35
110 mm
PL
/i
3'3"
0.99 m
7.10 lbs
3.22 kg
7.68"
195.07 mm
11
31.1 mm
Screw-in Filter: M105 × 0.75
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–
300°
T2.3
Anamorphic
Super 35
110 mm
PL
/i
3'8"
1.12 m
7.50 lbs
3.40 kg
7.68"
195.07 mm
11
31.1 mm
Screw-in Filter: M105 × 0.75
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–
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300°
T2.3
Anamorphic
Super 35
110 mm
PL
/i
4'8"
1.42 m
9.30 lbs
4.22 kg
7.68"
195.07 mm
11
31.1 mm
Screw-in Filter: M105 × 0.75
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300°
T2.8
Anamorphic
Super 35
110 mm
PL
/i
6'6"
1.98 m
12.80 lbs
5.80 kg
11.65"
295.91 mm
11
31.1 mm
Screw-in Filter: M105 × 0.75
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300°
T3.5
Anamorphic
Super 35
136 mm
PL
/i
10'
3.05 m
20.70 lbs
9.39 kg
14.88"
377.95 mm
11
31.1 mm
Screw-in Filter: M131 × 0.75
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300°
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