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TLS Leica R / Cinescope

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  • Leica R / Cinescope 19mm T2.9
  • Leica R / Cinescope 21mm T4.2
  • Leica R / Cinescope 24mm T2.9
  • Leica R / Cinescope 28mm T2.9
  • Leica R / Cinescope 35mm T1.5
  • Leica R / Cinescope 50mm T1.5
  • Leica R / Cinescope 60mm Macro T2.9
  • Leica R / Cinescope 80mm T1.5
  • Leica R / Cinescope 90mm T2.1
  • Leica R / Cinescope 100mm Macro T2.9
  • Leica R / Cinescope 135mm T2.9
  • Leica R / Cinescope 180mm T2.9

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Leica R Cinescope Primes โ€“ rehoused by TLS โ€“ adapt classic Leica R still lenses for cinematic use. Leica R lenses of the 1960sโ€“1990s were some of the finest manual-focus optics ever produced, known for their warm skin tones, surprisingly contemporary flares, and tasteful falloff. TLSโ€™s Cinescope rehousings bring the character of Leica photography glass into cinema with reliable mechanics. They are often chosen for commercials, features, and music videos where a refined, emotional image without clinical sterility is desired. Twelve focal lengths are available: 19mm, 21mm, 24mm, 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, 60mm Macro, 80mm, 90mm, 100mm Macro, 135mm, and 180mm. A Leica R 70-180mm zoom, available separately, further expands creativity. Available for rental or sub-rental at Cine Visuals.

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Type
Format
Front Diameter
Lens Mount
Metadata
Iris Blades
Image Circle
Era / Generation
Contrast & Tonal Character
Sharpness & Resolution
Focus Fallโ€‘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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TLS Leica R / Cinescope

Image Fidelity & Focus

Leica R lenses are celebrated for their rich, gentle micro-contrast and natural color rendition, and are often described as having a โ€œ3D pop.โ€ Rendering is crisp yet organic, with a subtle warmth that flatters skin tones. Sharpness is high but never clinical; falloff is graceful and natural, giving subjects dimensional presence. Towards the wider end, they exhibit wonderful center sharpness but still provide some falloff around the edges.

Handling & Adaptability

Industry benchmark TLS rehousing improves close focus and provides cine-standard mechanics: PL mounts, geared focus and iris rings, and uniform housings. Leica R Cinescope Primes are compact compared to many cine primes, making them versatile for handheld and Steadicam work.

Flare & Bokeh

Flares are controlled but elegant and expressive, with Leicaโ€™s signature glow around highlights, and minimal chromatic aberrations. The longer lenses produce spectacularly unique and emotive bokeh.

Image Circle

All 12 lenses have a front diameter of 110mm, and a massive 44mm image circle to cover everything from 16mm to Full Frame, Alexa 35 and Sony Venice II.

Cinematic Heritage

Leica R lenses were originally developed as part of Leicaโ€™s SLR system, parallel to their M-series rangefinders. Built with world-class glass, they developed a cult following among photographers. They were rediscovered in the digital cinema era and became popular for their balance of sharpness and warmth. TLSโ€™s rehousings, introduced in the 2010s, ensured their continued relevance in professional filmmaking.

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