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Cooke SP3 18mm T2.4
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Cooke SP3 32mm T2.4
Cooke SP3 50mm T2.4
Cooke SP3 75mm T2.4
Cooke SP3 100mm T2.4

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Cooke SP3

Prime - Spherical - Full Frame

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Cooke SP3 Primes are a compact, modern toolkit channeling the warmth and dimensionality of the legendary Speed Panchro lenses. Introduced in 2023-2024, the SP3 line was designed to bring cinematic elegance to the prosumer camera world, especially for full‑frame mirrorless systems, giving small crews and owner-operators access to the Cooke Look in compact, affordable, and adaptable housing. Rooted conceptually in nearly a century of optical artistry, the SP3s are entirely new in optical design and mechanics, crafted for contemporary demands. A set includes 18mm, 25mm, 32mm, 50mm, 75mm, and 100mm models, available for rental or sub-rental at Cine Visuals.

Focal Length
T-Stop
Type
Format
Front Diameter
Lens Mount
Metadata
Iris Blades
Image Circle

Era / Generation
Contrast & Tonal Character
Sharpness & Resolution
Focus Fall‑Off / Transition
Iris & Bokeh Quality
Flare & Highlight Behavior
Handling & Ergonomics
Build & Modifications
Cinematic Heritage & Credits

*Refer to Technical Specifications table. Not the same for all focal lengths.

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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

T2.4

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

82 mm

E, RF

–

10"

0.25 m

1.50 lbs

0.68 kg

4.29"

109.00 mm

43.3 mm

Screw-in Filter: M58 × 0.75

–

T2.4

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

64 mm

E, RF

–

10"

0.25 m

1.27 lbs

0.58 kg

3.85"

97.80 mm

43.3 mm

Screw-in Filter: M58 × 0.75

–

T2.4

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

64 mm

E, RF

–

13"

0.33 m

1.15 lbs

0.52 kg

3.70"

94.00 mm

43.3 mm

Screw-in Filter: M58 × 0.75

–

T2.4

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

64 mm

E, RF

–

20"

0.51 m

1.10 lbs

0.50 kg

3.70"

94.00 mm

43.3 mm

Screw-in Filter: M58 × 0.75

–

T2.4

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

64 mm

E, RF

–

0.91 m

1.15 lbs

0.52 kg

3.85"

97.80 mm

43.3 mm

Screw-in Filter: M58 × 0.75

–

T2.4

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

82 mm

E, RF

–

0.91 m

1.52 lbs

0.69 kg

4.90"

124.50 mm

43.3 mm

Screw-in Filter: M77 × 0.75

–

Cooke SP3

Image Fidelity & Focus

The SP3s are markedly sharp on-axis, delivering crisp detail and clarity in the center. Around the edges, they intentionally roll off—a nod to the classic Cooke Look that emphasizes the subject while providing soft, organic transitions. This softened periphery adds an almost painterly dimension, letting narratives breathe. SP3 lenses balance resolution with emotional resonance. Designed for 8K and beyond, they supply high-definition imagery while preserving skin tones and mid-tones in a manner that feels “subconsciously familiar to human vision.” Focus transitions are smooth and dimensional, with subtle fall-off and minimal focus breathing, encouraging a sense of depth and spatial awareness in movement.

Handling & Adaptability

The SP3s are among Cooke’s most compact and lightweight lenses. Across most of the set, they feature a 64 mm front diameter, small bodies under 100 mm in length, and weights between about 500g (50mm) to 690g (100mm)—roughly 1.1 to 1.5 lbs. The 18 mm version uses a slightly larger 82 mm diameter, but remains remarkably manageable at ~688 g. Their modest size makes them ideal for drones, gimbals, handheld rigs, and compact mirrorless setups. Cooke engineered the SP3 mount to be user-interchangeable—E‑mount is the factory default, with RF‑mount included free, and L‑mount and M‑mount available as accessories.

Flare & Bokeh

Cooke’s special cinematic optical coatings effectively control flares while still permitting gentle veiling or specular highlights when desired—never harsh, but expressive. Chromatic aberration is well-managed, consistent with modern high‑quality cine lenses. The all-spherical design and nine-blade iris yields rounded, smooth bokeh, especially pleasing in out-of-focus areas. Highlight transitions shimmer softly, and the edge gradients are gentle—perfect for emotionally driven close-ups or beauty imagery.

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Although they are built for full‑frame coverage (43.3 mm), the SP3 lenses are also fully Super 35 compatible, rendering the central area crisply and with minor vignetting as you push for wider angles. Thus, SP3s serve as excellent B‑ or C‑camera lenses in mixed setups, matching Panchro/i imagery when needed.

Cinematic Heritage

Historically, the Speed Panchro lenses—arguably the hallmark of Cooke’s mid-century success—were celebrated for their warmth, fast apertures, and story-first rendering. The SP3 line resurrects that spirit for the digital era, delivering Cooke-style optical signature in a lighter, more democratized form.