Atlas Mercury

1. Overview

The Atlas Mercury 54mm T2.2 is a modern 1.5× anamorphic prime lens from US manufacturer Atlas Lens Co., released in 2022. It covers full-frame and is aimed at productions seeking an anamorphic look without a classic 2× optic.

2. Characteristics

Flare characteristics according to CINEFLARES datasheet:

• Types: Streak, Oval, Starburst, Ring
• Colors: Blue, Amber
• Intensity: Strong

Linked Pattern Entries:

• anamorphic-streak
• oval-flare

3. Creative Use

The 1.5× squeeze delivers oval bokeh shapes and stretched flares, but remains more broadly compatible with modern sensors than classic 2× anamorphics. The flares — streaks, rings, and starbursts in blue and amber — are deliberately pronounced by the manufacturer, becoming clearly visible with backlight or artificial light sources. The slight barrel distortion and modern coating result in clean, high-contrast images with controlled character — not a vintage look, but not sterile high-performance glass. The lens is primarily found in indie productions and music videos available for rental, seeking an anamorphic impression while needing to work with compact setups and standardized focus mechanics. No proven film references are available.

4. Specs Overview

5. Status Tracker

• [x] Datasheet extracted (DOM-direct, 2026-04-20)
• [ ] Overview formulated
• [ ] Creative use researched
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