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Gecko-Cam Genesis G35 14.5mm T3.0
Gecko-Cam Genesis G35 16mm T2.4
Gecko-Cam Genesis G35 20mm T1.8
Gecko-Cam Genesis G35 25mm T1.4
Gecko-Cam Genesis G35 35mm T1.4
Gecko-Cam Genesis G35 50mm T1.4
Gecko-Cam Genesis G35 85mm T1.4
Gecko-Cam Genesis G35 135mm T2.0

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Gecko-Cam Genesis G35

Prime - Spherical - Full Frame

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The Gecko-Cam Genesis G35 primes are boutique, German-manufactured, full-frame cinema lenses introduced in the late 2010s. They are an homage to vintage glass that pairs high‑end German mechanical craftsmanship with a K‑35–inspired optical signature. They offer balanced, full‑frame, filmic character and a blend of warmth, controlled softness, and usability, providing professional, high-resolution performance while retaining a natural, cinematic aesthetic. The set includes eight focal lengths from 14.5mm through 135mm. 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

T3.0

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

114 mm

LPL, PL

–

11.5"

0.28 m

–

3.14"

79.70 mm

46.3 mm

–

270°

T2.4

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

95 mm

LPL, PL

–

12"

0.30 m

–

3.14"

79.70 mm

46.3 mm

–

270°

T1.8

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

95 mm

LPL, PL

–

0.20 m

–

3.46"

88.00 mm

46.3 mm

–

270°

T1.4

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

95 mm

LPL, PL

–

10"

0.25 m

–

3.46"

88.00 mm

46.3 mm

–

270°

T1.4

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

95 mm

LPL, PL

–

12"

0.30 m

–

4.50"

114.30 mm

46.3 mm

–

270°

T1.4

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

95 mm

LPL, PL

–

17"

0.45 m

–

3.46"

88.00 mm

46.3 mm

–

270°

T1.4

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

95 mm

LPL, PL

–

3'8"

1.10 m

–

3.46"

88.00 mm

46.3 mm

–

270°

T2.0

Spherical

Full Frame LF/VV

95 mm

LPL, PL

–

2'8"

0.80 m

–

4.50"

114.30 mm

46.3 mm

–

270°

Gecko-Cam Genesis G35

Image Fidelity & Focus

The G35 primes are characterized by crisp sharpness, excellent color neutrality, and high micro-contrast. Their look nods to the Canon K‑35s: emotionally warm, with subtle texture and tonal charm. Unlike overly clinical modern glass, they strike a balance by maintaining subtle warmth and gentle roll-off into out-of-focus areas, enhancing depth without abrupt transitions. Falloff is natural, allowing subjects to stand out cleanly. Aberrations are minimal, ensuring edge-to-edge clarity even on 8K sensors.

Handling & Adaptability

Primarily offered in PL mount, the G35s can be adapted to LPL (especially for Venice), alongside support for electronic data connections. Mechanically sophisticated yet compact, for full-frame cine lenses, the G35s are lighter than many competitors. The G35 primes feature a 114mm front diameter (consistent across the set); lightweight bodies, (typically 1.1–1.2kg or 2.4–2.6lbs. per lens); uniform form factors and gear placements optimized for gimbals and camera control systems; and round iris and lubricant‑free iris assembly for reliability. The 270° focus throw enables precision focus pulls even at wide apertures. These specs make them well‑suited to modern handheld, gimbal, or aerial workflows without sacrificing cine-level ergonomics.

Flare & Bokeh

Genesis G35s are intentionally crafted to be flare‑sensitive. Flares are well controlled but can be coaxed into producing mild veiling highlights, giving cinematographers creative flexibility. Rounded iris blades yield a soft, textured bokeh that’s dreamy without becoming mushy, with smooth transitions that enhance depth. Background highlights glow with film‑like quality rather than digitally perfect blur.

Image Circle

With a 46.3 mm image circle, the G35 primes fully cover full‑frame and VistaVision formats. They also work comfortably on Super 35 sensors with minimal edge loss, making them flexible tools across platforms.

Cinematic Heritage

Gecko-Cam, based in Munich, built its reputation on rehousing vintage optics before developing its own in-house designs. The Genesis G35s were born from Gecko‑Cam’s expertise in vintage lens restoration and their understanding of cinematographers’ hunger for character-driven glass that works in the digital age. Unveiled in 2022, their growing reputation is based on their ability to provide precision without sterility, and an alternative to cleaner lenses such as Zeiss Supremes or Cooke S7s.