The BLAZAR APEX line of anamorphic prime lenses with autofocus was the shock announcement at IBC 2024. The primary two lenses showcased have been a 35mm T1.8 and a 50mm T1.8 1.33x S35. The lenses earned BLAZAR the CineD Award for Greatest Lens Innovation at IBC 2024. And now, the 50mm T1.8 is obtainable for preorder at simply $899.BLAZAR says the APEX anamorphic lenses are the world’s first to characteristic autofocus and are available Canon RF, Sony E, Nikon Z, and L mounts. The corporate was beforehand often called Nice Pleasure and has launched completely different strains of lenses. These embody the Cato and in addition the Remus line of anamorphic full-frame prime lenses. The Remus line debuted in late 2023 and added extra focal lengths this yr.The BLAZAR APEX 35mm and 50mm T1.8 1.33x Anamorphic AF Lenses. Supply: CineDBLAZAR APEX Anamorphic AF lenses – featuresThe BLAZAR APEX 1.33x Anamorphic AF lenses are compact, making them simple to hold and use. The lenses will cowl the S35 APS-C sensor and have superior eye-tracking know-how for quick autofocus. BLAZAR additionally guarantees a cinematic 1.5x look on the subject of the APEX’s 1.33x anamorphic squeeze. (For a real 1.5x anamorphic look, please verify the corporate’s Remus line). Utilizing anamorphic lenses is a mixture of artwork and science and normally requires specialised rigging to focus the lenses manually. As my colleague Omri Keren Lapidot mentioned, it’s not for the faint-hearted. With the BLAZAR APEX 1.33x Anamorphic AF lenses, the autofocus is quick and exact, though the brand new primes could be switched to guide focus mode.The complete characteristic checklist contains:1.33x anamorphic squeeze with a cinematic 1.5x look.35mm and 50mm at T1.8.Covers S35 sensors whereas supporting APS-C (no open-gate).Quick autofocus with real-time and correct monitoring and superior eye-tracking.0.8 focus ring.180° focus rotation.73.5° aperture rotation.16 IRIS blades.Shut focus of two.1 ft (0.65 m)AF/MF focus swap.Almost zero lens respiration (<0.9%).Pure and delicate silver lens flare.Classic look with barrel distortion.80mm entrance diameter.77mm*0.75 filter thread.Weighs 717 g (1.58 lbs), making it simple to make use of and carry.E, Z, RF, and L mounts are supported.Please remember to try my colleague Johnnie Behiri’s overview of the BLAZAR APEX 35mm and 50mm T1.8 1.33x Anamorphic AF lenses. He had the chance to make use of each lenses with a Sony FX30 whereas on the Sony Kando occasion within the Austrian Alps.Johnnie filming with the BLAZAR APEX Anamorphic AF Lenses and FX30. Supply: Stefan KrennPrice and availabilityThe BLAZAR APEX 50mm T1.8 1.33x Anamorphic AF lens (E-Mount) is now accessible for preorder at an inexpensive $899. ($799 through the preorder interval). Contemplating anamorphic lenses can retail for 1000’s of {dollars} every, the $899 value for an anamorphic prime that includes autofocus is excellent. Study extra on BLAZAR’s APEX web site.What are your ideas on the BLAZAR APEX 50mm T1.8 1.33x Anamorphic AF lens that includes autofocus? Will you be preordering the 50mm? Tell us within the feedback beneath!
