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Cooke Anamorphic/i Full Frame

Cooke Optics
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Cooke anamorphic cine prime lens series with 1.8x squeeze, full-frame image circle (24 × 36 mm), and /i metadata technology.

Overview

The Cooke Anamorphic/i Full Frame (also marketed as Anamorphic/i Full Frame Plus) is a series of anamorphic prime cine lenses from British manufacturer Cooke Optics. Introduced in 2018, it is designed for large-format and full-frame cameras, with an image circle covering a 24 x 36 mm sensor (approximately 43 mm diagonal).

A characteristic feature is the 1.8x squeeze – a compromise between the classic anamorphic look (compression, oval bokeh, horizontal flares) and efficient pixel utilization of the full-frame sensor. With 1.8x squeeze, aspect ratios up to 2.40:1 (approx. 90% of pixels) or up to around 2.70:1 with full sensor usage can be achieved. The lenses deliver the typical “Cooke Look” with soft skin tones and gentle bokeh.

Technical Specifications

FeatureSpecification
ManufacturerCooke Optics
TypeAnamorphic Prime Cine Lenses
Squeeze Factor1.8x
Image CircleFull Frame / 24 x 36 mm (Large Format)
Focal Lengths32, 40, 50, 75, 85 (Macro), 100, 135, 180 mm
Aperture (T-Stop)T2.3–T22 (85 mm Macro T2.8, 180 mm T2.9)
Front Diameter136 mm (32, 40, 85 Macro) / 110 mm (50, 75, 100, 135, 180)
MountPL or LPL
MetadataCooke /i Technology

Variants and /i Technology

The series is available in two versions:

  • Standard: the regular, well-corrected anamorphic lenses.
  • SF (Special Flare): with proprietary coating for emphasized flares, oval bokeh, and other intentional aberrations.

All lenses support Cooke /i Technology, which records lens metadata frame-by-frame – including focus position, aperture, depth of field calculations, hyperfocal distance, and serial number. This simplifies VFX and post-production workflows.

On-Set Usage

The series is used in feature film, television series, and high-end commercial productions aiming for an anamorphic look on full-frame sensors (e.g., ARRI ALEXA LF/Mini LF, Sony VENICE, RED Monstro). As the front diameters vary between focal lengths (110 mm or 136 mm), appropriate adapter rings must be used for matte box and filter setups. The /i metadata is read via compatible cameras and recording systems.

From the crafts

Perspectives

Cinematographer

Als Kameramann schätze ich besonders die sanfte, organische Bildwiedergabe der Cooke Anamorphic/i Full Frame, die Gesichter außergewöhnlich schmeichelhaft darstellt. Die charakteristischen ovalen Bokeh-Kreise und horizontalen Lens Flares verleihen meinen Aufnahmen sofort einen kinematographischen Look, der sich deutlich von sphärischen Objektiven unterscheidet.

Director

Für mich als Regisseur bieten diese Objektive die Möglichkeit, das breite Cinemascope-Format optimal zu nutzen und dabei eine warme, emotionale Bildsprache zu entwickeln. Die charakteristischen anamorphen Eigenschaften unterstützen die visuelle Erzählung und schaffen eine besondere Intimität zwischen Zuschauer und Geschichte, die perfekt zu dramatischen Stoffen passt.

Producer

Die Cooke Anamorphic/i Full Frame ist eine kostenintensive Investition, die sich jedoch durch ihre Reputation und Bildqualität bei High-End-Produktionen rechtfertigt. Der Wiederverkaufswert ist stabil, und die Objektive sind international verfügbar, was die Logistik bei internationalen Koproduktionen erleichtert.

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