Faster, Lighter, Smarter
Faster
With a maximum aperture of T1.4 across the majority of the focal length range, the new S8/i FF lenses are amongst the very fastest produced for larger than Full Frame capture. They also offer greater control over depth of field and flare characteristics, whilst still providing excellent low light performance.
Lighter
Compact and light, agile and easy to handle, the new S8/i FF lenses have been created for a wide variety of situations and today’s compact digital cinema cameras. Being lighter however, has not compromised strength, durability, or their exceptional image aesthetic.
Smarter
Designed from the ground up to incorporate our very latest intelligent /i technology, which includes: /i data focus and iris position, /i motion inertial data and /i maps factory calibrated shading and distortion data. They also benefit from a high degree of modularity, which increases reliability and reduces servicing time.
Optical Design
The optics are designed to give maximum performance at full aperture with controlled flare and spherical aberration, as well as reduced distortion.
Aperture
Cooke S8/i FF lenses have a maximum aperture of T1.4 across the majority of the lens lineup.
Focus Movement
Our Academy Award® winning cam-style focus movement coupled with the benefit of a large lens barrel diameter, allows for an increased number of focus markings, particularly at close focus. A four-point contact bearing also provides a smooth positive backlash-free movement.
Focus Scaling
Every focus mark is individually calibrated and engraved on both sides of the focus barrel for ease of use.
/i Electronics
Accessible via a cable connector near the lens mount and synchronizes with /i compatible cameras and accessories. The electronics board has also been resized and repositioned for easy serviceability.
Weight/Size Ratio
The lenses are designed for all shooting applications, including handheld and Steadicam, providing a comfortable balance ratio with the latest compact digital cinema cameras.
Compatibility
All S8/i FF lenses have a common fixed front diameter of 104mm, with a focus drive gear of 140T x 0.8 mod and an iris drive gear of 134T x 0.8.
Colour Balance
To ensure compatibility with other Cooke lenses, the entire new S8/I FF range is colour balanced and colour matched for uniformity.
Iris
The new S8 range features a nine-leaf linear module iris assembly.
Camera Mounts
We offer a choice of PL and LPL camera mount options, designed specifically for use with our new lenses.
External Finish
Every Cooke lens is coated with a scratch resistant PTFE hard anodised finish, which provides a durable, hard-wearing surface to meet the most demanding environmental conditions.
Reliability and Service
Our new S8/i FF lenses are built to be tough, robust and work in the toughest environments. They are not only extremely reliable, but specifically designed to be easily serviced and maintained, with the very minimum of downtime.
