Following up on the buzzy announcement of the SIRUI 40mm T1.8 1.33x S35 lens and its anamorphic autofocus possibilities, SIRUI is back with another Indiegogo in support of a new Sirui AF 20mm T1.8 anamorphic lens.
This Sirui AF 20mm T1.8 anamorphic lens promises to further combine the cinematic quality of 2.35:1 widescreen imagery with the convenience of subject-tracking autofocus. Designed specifically for the FUJIFILM X-mount cameras with Super 35 sensors at launch, this versatile, wide-angle lens with a 1.33x squeeze factor and T1.8 maximum aperture should be a great option for those looking to ensure exceptional low-light performance along with some stunning subject isolation and a signature oval-shaped bokeh.
Let’s check out this upcoming Sirui AF 20mm T1.8 anamorphic lens and see if it might be right for your projects.
The Sirui AF 20mm T1.8 Anamorphic Lens
Currently available on Indiegogo, the SIRUI 20mm T1.8 1.33X S35 AF Anamorphic Lens will eventually be available for E, X, Z, L, and MFT Mounts and should be a popular option for videographers looking for that ideal combo of versatility and cinematic quality.
Powered by a precision STM stepping motor, this new Sirui 20mm prototype is set to deliver smooth, accurate, and quiet autofocus—a rare feature usually found in anamorphic lenses.
The lens will also feature eye-tracking capabilities and buttons for both focus mode and autofocus lock, the lens provides complete creative control. A female USB-C port will enable firmware updates to help ensure lasting performance.
Anamorphic Aesthetics and Optical Performance
Overall, the lens will be both compact and lightweight and able to fit advanced technology and visual quality into a form factor ideal for handheld, gimbal, and run-and-gun shooting. Which, again, should make it an excellent tool for independent creators and professional productions.
What you’re really getting with the Sirui AF 20mm T1.8 is a combination of anamorphic aesthetics and optical performance. The lens will feature a 1.33x squeeze factor for 2.35:1 images with a 16:9 sensor and offer a horizontal field of view equivalent to a 22mm full-frame lens.
For performance, the 37mm image circle will work with Super 35 sensors or full-frame with vignette, and with a T1.8 to T22 aperture, you’ll have nice low-light performance and depth of field control. The lens will also feature a 15.7″ minimum focus distance for close-up shots, and an aspherical lens element minimizes chromatic aberration.
Price and Availability
The Sirui AF 20mm T1.8 anamorphic lens is listed for $799 on Indiegogo, but you can pre-order it and save 15% and only pay $679.
- 37mm Image Circle Covers S35 Sensors
- Creates 2.35:1 Aspect Ratio in 16:9
- Eye-Tracking Autofocus with STM Motor
- T1.8-T22 Aperture
- Neutral Anamorphic Flares
- Background Separation with Oval Bokeh
- 15.7″ Minimum Focus Distance
- AF/MF Select and AF-Lock Buttons
- Compact, Lightweight Form Factor
- FUJIFILM X-Mount | 77mm Filter Thread
Sirui 20mm T1.8 1.33x S35 AF Anamorphic Lens (FUJIFILM X, Neutral Flares)
Combining the cinematic quality of 2.35:1 widescreen imagery with the convenience of subject-tracking autofocus, this Sirui 20mm T1.8 1.33x S35 AF Anamorphic Lens is a versatile, wide-angle lens designed specifically for FUJIFILM X-mount cameras with Super 35 sensors.
Author: Jourdan Aldredge
This article comes from No Film School and can be read on the original site.
