The LOMO Square Front Anamorphic 75mm is a Soviet vintage anamorphic lens from the 1970s with a 2x squeeze, originally manufactured for USSR cinema production.
1. Overview
The LOMO Square Front Anamorphic 75mm is a Soviet vintage anamorphic lens from the 1970s with a 2x squeeze, originally manufactured for cinema film production in the USSR. Its distinctive square front element gives it its name and makes it optically unique. Today, these lenses are predominantly rented out rehoused.
2. Characteristics
Flare behavior according to CINEFLARES datasheet:
- Types: Oval, Caustic, Streak, Veiling
- Colors: Blue, Amber
- Intensity: Strong
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3. Creative Use
The 75mm is suitable as a classic portrait and medium shot lens in anamorphic format – the 2x squeeze delivers pronounced oval bokeh and intense blue streaks from point light sources. The barrel distortion is measurable and gives straight architectural lines near the edge of the frame a slight curve, which is hardly noticeable in close-ups of faces but visible in wide shots. Flares are strong: blue and amber overlays with caustic refractions that intrude into the image with side backlight without targeted flagging. It typically appears in indie and arthouse productions seeking an unpolished 70s anamorphic look without relying on the optical precision of modern sets. Rental houses usually carry the lens as a single unit or as part of a mixed LOMO set.
4. Specs Overview
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | LOMO |
| Type | Prime Super 35 |
| Year | 1970 |
| Country | USSR |
| Era | Vintage |
| Focal Length (Reference Datasheet) | 75.0mm |
| T-Stop Range | T2.7 – T16.0 |
| Squeeze | 2.0× |
| Weight | 3.0 kg / 6.7 lb |
| Close Focus | 1.5 m / 5' |
| Distortion | Barrel |
News
LOMO Square Front Anamorphics are currently experiencing a renaissance in the rental market. Specialized providers like Pure4C offer complete sets of these vintage lenses for modern productions. The characteristic square front elements pose specific challenges for matte box selection, as conventional rotating systems are not compatible.
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Quiz
1. Zu welchem Department gehört „Lomo Square Front Anamorhic"?