Blazar Viper vs. Dzofilm Arcana vs. Cooke AP3: FF 1.5x Anamorphic Comparison
BLAZAR LENS Viper T2.1 Full-Frame 1.5x Anamorphic 3-Lens Set (ARRI PL)
Introducing the Blazar Viper 1.5X FF Anamorphic ARRI PL Lens Set, which consists from 35/50/75mm Prime Lenses. The 1.5X anamorphic squeeze delivers visuals comparable to 1.8X anamorphic lenses, providing enhanced anamorphic character and beautiful oval bokeh. Viper provides sharper, more modern, and technically refined image vs his successor the Remus which offers a distinct, "lo-fi" softer vintage character with intense chromatic aberration and highly distinct flares. Their retail price for the set is $2,999.
KEY FEATURES
Full Frame: Image Circle: 36X24mm
35, 50, and 75mm ARRI PL Prime Lenses
1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze, Silver Flares
T2.1-T22 Aperture Range
80mm Front Outside Diameter
77mm Filter Thread
Weight from 579 g up to 633 g
0.8 MOD Gears / 200° Focus Rotation
For more information, please check Blazar’s website or CVP or B&H
DZOFilm Arcana Anamorphic Prime 3-Lens Kit (ARRI PL)
DZOFILM introduces the Arcana 32/45/75mm Lens Kit with PL Mount, a new line of high-cost-performance 1.5X anamorphic cinema lenses designed for creators. Each lens in the series features a compact 80mm body, weighing just 690-710g. The lenses deliver impressive resolution and sharpness, with minimal breathing and well-controlled distortion, thanks to premium optical design. The Arcana series also effectively controls chromatic aberration and features a unique white coating design for visually striking flare effects. The lenses deliver oval bokeh comparable to 2.0x lenses and a consistent yet creatively expressive visual style. Their retail price for the set is $2,899.
KEY FEATURES
Full Frame: Image Circle: ø43.3mm (36mm × 24mm)
32, 45, and 75mm ARRI PL Prime Lenses
1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze, Neutral Flare
T2.1-T16 Aperture Range
80mm Front Outside Diameter
77mm Filter Thread
Weight 690 - 710 g
0.8 MOD Gears / 270° Focus Rotation
For more information, please check DZOFILM’s website or CVP or B&H
Cooke AP3 FF T2.4 1.5x Anamorphic 3-Lens Set, Sony E mount
AP3’s sits between the Spherical Cooke SP3 lenses and the High-end Cooke Anamorphic /i FF 1.8x prime lenses with an optical philosophy that prioritises smooth defocus rendering, strong central image structure, controlled anamorphic artifacts and natural highlight behaviour. Set consists from 35/50/85mm Full Frame T2.4 Prime lenses with the user interchangeable mount, E-mount (fitted as standard), RF-mount, L-mount, M-Mount can be purchased separately. Their retail price for the set is $22,250.
KEY FEATURES
Full Frame:
35, 50, and 85mm, Interchangeable Sony E Mount
1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze, Natural Bokeh, Smooth Focus Falloff
T2.4-T16 Aperture Range
9 bladed iris
M82 Filter Thread
Weight 1177 - 1279 g
0.8 MOD Gears
