A budget-friendly anamorphic lens from Sirui's 1.33x series featuring a 24mm wide-angle focal length.
Definition
The Sirui 24mm 1.33x Anamorphic is an anamorphic wide-angle lens from Sirui's budget cinema series. With its 24mm focal length, it offers a wide perspective ideal for establishing shots, landscapes, and environmental portraits. The 1.33x squeeze factor provides characteristic anamorphic effects and a cinematic image language, even at this wide focal length.
Technical Characteristics
Squeeze Factor: The 1.33x squeeze remains functional even at the wide-angle focal length, offering good sensor coverage for wide aspect ratios. The moderate compression allows for easier handling than more extreme 2x systems.
Sensor Coverage: The 24mm lens works excellently on Super35 and full-frame cameras. The wide perspective is optimally utilized on the sensor, with sufficient light gathering for various lighting situations.
Typical Look: Even at this wide focal length, the elegant anamorphic look is evident. Horizontal lens flares appear dramatic, oval bokeh shapes are clearly visible in out-of-focus areas, and the depth of field has a cinematic quality.
Practical Application
The 24mm focal length is ideal for:
- Establishing shots with anamorphic character
- Landscape shots and environmental portraits
- Wide shots for establishing scenes
- Action sequences with cinematic aesthetics
The 24mm is an essential lens for various production needs.
Price Range and Budget Cine Segment
The Sirui 24mm 1.33x offers anamorphic wide-angle optics at budget-friendly prices. Anamorphic wide-angle lenses are typically very expensive and hard to find, making this Sirui model an excellent solution for productions with smaller budgets.