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Atlas Orion Silver Edition

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Limited-edition 2x anamorphic prime series (T2, Super 35) by Atlas Lens Co. featuring neutral, wavelength-dependent flare.

Overview

The Orion Series Silver Edition (Orion SE for short) is a limited variant of the anamorphic prime lenses from Atlas Lens Co. These are 2x anamorphic lenses (twice the horizontal squeeze) for the Super 35 image circle, designed for feature film, commercial, and music video production. Compared to the standard Orion series, the Silver Edition primarily differs in its flare and focus fall-off characteristics, as well as an optically modified design of the air gaps between the lens groups.

Optically and mechanically, the SE shares the same platform as the standard Orion: same front outer diameter, same focus gears, and the same modular construction. The Silver Edition is identifiable by its white front ring (instead of the yellow ring on the standard Orion) and its silver transport cases.

Technical Specifications

FeatureSpecification
ManufacturerAtlas Lens Co.
TypeAnamorphic Prime Lens
Squeeze Factor2x (anamorphic squeeze)
Maximum ApertureT2 (across the entire series)
Focal Lengths in Set32, 40, 50, 65, 80, 100 mm
Image Circle / Formatapprox. 31 mm – Super 35
Front Outer Diameter114 mm
Gear Module0.8 (standard cinema gearing)
Mountinterchangeable mount system (PL, among others)
Releaselimited to 100 sets

Difference from Standard Orion Series

  • Flare Character: While the standard Orion produces a blue flare streak, the Silver Edition's flare is neutral and adopts the color of the respective light source on set. This offers more control over the look through the choice or coloring of the light.
  • Focus Fall-off: Due to optimized air gaps between elements, the SE has a different through-focus fall-off (focus drop) than the standard series.
  • Identification: white front ring instead of yellow; silver transport cases.

On-Set Usage

The consistent T2 aperture and the uniform 114 mm front outer diameter make lens changes in practice simple: matte boxes, follow focus units, and filters fit the entire series without modification. The common 0.8 gear module is compatible with standard follow focus motors and focus gears.

The image circle of around 31 mm covers Super 35 sensors; on large or full-frame sensors (e.g., ARRI ALEXA LF, Sony VENICE in full-frame mode), a focal length extender is required for full illumination, as the native image circle is otherwise insufficient. Due to its limited production run, the Silver Edition is primarily available through specialized rental houses.

From the crafts

Perspectives

Cinematographer

Als Kameramann schätze ich die Atlas Orion Silver Edition für ihren organischen Look und die wunderschönen, cremigen Hauttöne, die sie produziert. Die horizontalen Flares sind nie aufdringlich, sondern fügen sich natürlich ins Bild ein, und das sanfte Bokeh hilft dabei, Emotionen visuell zu verstärken. Die Objektive sind zuverlässig am Set und bieten eine schöne Balance zwischen Charakter und technischer Präzision.

Director

Diese Objektive unterstützen meine Vision von intimem, emotionalem Storytelling perfekt. Der warme, etwas nostalgische Look der Silver Edition hilft dabei, eine besondere Atmosphäre zu schaffen, die das Publikum näher an die Charaktere heranführt. Die anamorphotische Bildsprache gibt meinen Filmen eine kinematische Qualität, die sich deutlich vom Standard-TV-Look abhebt.

Producer

Die Atlas Orion Silver Edition ist eine solide Investition für gehobene Produktionen, da sie einen hochwertigen Look liefert, der international konkurrenzfähig ist. Die Objektive sind zwar nicht die günstigsten am Markt, aber ihr einzigartiger Charakter kann einem Film einen Mehrwert verleihen, der sich in Verkauf und Vermarktung positiv auswirkt. Die Verfügbarkeit und der Support sind in Deutschland gut etabliert.

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