BLAZAR is now shipping the Beetle 1.33× Anamorphic series, a family of three compact full-frame lenses—32mm, 45mm, and 65mm—each featuring a built-in 90° rotation mechanism for horizontal and vertical framing. The lineup targets filmmakers producing content for both cinematic and social formats. The Beetle lenses share the same compact “pancake” construction and are engineered for full-frame mirrorless systems. Their integrated rotation button allows for a quick 90° optical turn, enabling operators to switch instantly between widescreen anamorphic capture and vertical content without remounting the camera. This feature supports hybrid workflows—ideal for productions needing cinematic and social media versions of the same scene. Anamorphic Look and Handling Each lens provides a 1.33× squeeze, suitable for popular sensor ratios and straightforward desqueeze in post-production. BLAZAR claims the Beetle lenses deliver visual characteristics similar to a 1.5× anamorphic, including elongated oval bokeh and distinctive silver flares. Their minimal weight and short length make them practical for gimbals, compact rigs, and travel filmmaking. BLAZAR Beetle horizontal mode. Credit: BLAZAR BLAZAR Beetle vertical mode. Credit: BLAZAR Key Specifications Focal length32mm45mm65mmSqueeze factor1.33×1.33×1.33×ApertureT3.2T3.2T3.2Close focus0.46 m0.46 m0.46 mFocus travel200°200°200°Weight286 g266 g290 gLength (E mount)61 mm60 mm71 mmFront diameter / filter thread60 mm / 55 mm60 mm / 55 mm60 mm / 55 mmMountsE, RF, Z, LE, RF, Z, LE, RF, Z, LRotation90° horizontal ↔ vertical90° horizontal ↔ vertical90° horizontal ↔ vertical BLAZAR Beetle: Vertical camera rotation, yet keeping the lens horizontal. Credit: BLAZAR Price and availability The BLAZAR Beetle 1.33× Anamorphic Series, available in 32mm, 45mm, and 65mm...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 8 October