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SECOND REEF CINEMA LENSES
The Angénieux brand has defined cinematic zoom lenses since its founding by Pierre Angénieux in Saint-Héand, France in 1935. A pioneer in optical design, the company revolutionized filmmaking in 1956 with the first modern 10x zoom, the 25–250mm, establishing a legacy of innovation that continues today. Angénieux lenses have earned multiple Academy Awards and are celebrated for their organic rendering, smooth mechanics, and versatility on set. Building on this heritage, Angénieux now offers a complete ecosystem of premium optics, from the Optimo Ultra 12x and Type EZ series to the celebrated Optimo Anamorphic zooms and the Optimo Prime series—their first entry into high-end primes, designed to complement the iconic zooms with a unified look. Blending tradition with cutting-edge design, Angénieux remains one of the most trusted names in cinema optics.
Second Reef is a boutique lens maker dedicated to crafting modern anamorphic cinema lenses with bold character and distinctive visual qualities. Their flagship Coral 1.5x Anamorphic Primes are designed for full-frame coverage, offering cinematographers a balance between classic anamorphic aesthetics and contemporary performance. With their 1.5x squeeze, Coral lenses produce oval bokeh, expressive horizontal flares, and a widescreen look that retains more vertical resolution—making them especially versatile for today’s digital workflows. Praised for their organic rendering and “not clinical” sharpness, the Coral series delivers images that feel cinematic and textured without sacrificing reliability. Built with consistent mechanics, PL mounts, and robust housings, they are designed to withstand the demands of modern production while offering a creative edge. As a new but rapidly recognized name in cinema optics, Second Reef has established itself as a distinctive voice in the evolving world of anamorphic filmmaking.