Legendary lens manufacturer Cooke Optics has just introduced a wide-angle option to complete its Varotal/i full-frame zoom series. The new 19-40mm features a constant T2.9 aperture, comes in two lens mount options (PL/LPL) and supports Cooke’s /i lens data communication technology. Cooke Optics is well-known for producing handcrafted, premium cinema primes and zooms that are the go-to choice for a multitude of cinematographers worldwide. The company already offers many full-frame options, including the Varotal/i FF spherical zoom series that was first announced towards the end of last year. Already including a 30-95mm and 85-215mm, this family of glass is now turning into a trinity of lenses for high-end cinematography with the addition of a new wide-angle zoom option, the 19-40mm T2.9 Varotal/i FF. Let’s take a closer look at it! Cooke Optics Varotal/i FF zoom lens series. Source: Cooke Optics Cooke 19-40mm T2.9 Varotal/i FF: features Just like its siblings, the new Cooke 19-40mm T2.9 wide-angle zoom has an image circle of 46.3mm, meaning it can cover full-frame and large-format sensors. The lens comes in both PL and LPL mount options, and its fast T2.9 aperture is constant across the whole zoom range. According to the manufacturer, this zoom delivers sharp images, suffers from minimal focus breathing, and renders skin tones in a natural, pleasant way. That’s not hard to believe, considering the popularity of the Cooke Look. Cooke Optics 19-40mm T2.9 Varotal/i FF. Source: Cooke Optics Furthermore, this glass should be easy to mix and match with the company’s...
Published By: CineD - Friday, 11 November, 2022