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The Portrait Lens Paradox
Standard 75mm lenses force cinematographers to choose between clinical sharpness and organic character, often resulting in flat facial rendering and artificial bokeh transitions. Many struggle with chromatic aberration in backlit scenarios and inconsistent focus fall-off that undermines three-dimensionality in close-ups.
Optical Precision Meets Cinematic Heritage
The Cooke SP3 75mm T2.4 resolves these challenges through:
Full-frame coverage optimized for 43.3mm sensors, maintaining edge-to-edge resolution on Sony FX3, FX6, and A7S III cameras
Interchangeable mount system (E/RF/L/M) enabling multi-platform compatibility without optical degradation
T2.4-T16 aperture range with 9-blade iris for smooth bokeh transitions
Dual non-linear focus scales (feet/meters) offering precise manual control down to 0.8m MOD
Cinematic Advantages
Signature Cooke Look: 2.5° focus fall-off gradient enhances depth perception while maintaining center-axis sharpness
Color Consistency: Proprietary coatings ensure <0.5 Delta-E color variance across SP3 and Panchro series
Operational Efficiency: Shared 0.8 MOD gears maintain FIZ system alignment during lens swaps
The Portrait Lens Paradox
Standard 75mm lenses force cinematographers to choose between clinical sharpness and organic character, often resulting in flat facial rendering and artificial bokeh transitions. Many struggle with chromatic aberration in backlit scenarios and inconsistent focus fall-off that undermines three-dimensionality in close-ups.
Optical Precision Meets Cinematic Heritage
The Cooke SP3 75mm T2.4 resolves these challenges through:
Full-frame coverage optimized for 43.3mm sensors, maintaining edge-to-edge resolution on Sony FX3, FX6, and A7S III cameras
Interchangeable mount system (E/RF/L/M) enabling multi-platform compatibility without optical degradation
T2.4-T16 aperture range with 9-blade iris for smooth bokeh transitions
Dual non-linear focus scales (feet/meters) offering precise manual control down to 0.8m MOD
Cinematic Advantages
Signature Cooke Look: 2.5° focus fall-off gradient enhances depth perception while maintaining center-axis sharpness
Color Consistency: Proprietary coatings ensure <0.5 Delta-E color variance across SP3 and Panchro series
Operational Efficiency: Shared 0.8 MOD gears maintain FIZ system alignment during lens swaps