Daveo Posted January 22, 2018 Share Posted January 22, 2018 Hi All, Attempting to make my first forays into the world of anamorphic and have come across this lens being described as a Kowa prominar. Just wondered if anyone is familiar with this version and if so are they any good? Many thanks, Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveo Posted January 23, 2018 Author Share Posted January 23, 2018 Thanks for the info @whoisjsd. I had seen one cheap, but based on it not being easy (ie heavy) to shoot with and the poor minimum focussing distance it may not be the ideal first lens. I guess the search continues. It seems the Kowa 16's or the Isco Ultra stars are about the best bet for small, easier to use option. Would people agree? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTN Posted April 12, 2018 Share Posted April 12, 2018 Hello, I'm also looking to buy one of those but I would like to know if this is a 2x anamorphic, what taking lenses work best and also if anyone can share some footage. What is the name of this model? Any other advice is welcomed. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTN Posted April 13, 2018 Share Posted April 13, 2018 8 hours ago, whoisjsd said: Yes, pretty much every large anamorphic is 2x. If you are shooting on a GH4/5 something about 55-58mm should do the trick. I don't have any footage on mine yet but I will soon (Need to take it back apart and finish cleaning/re-greasing) A lot of these just say Kowa Prominar Anamorphic and nothing else. There are some gold ones too. Sorry if that doesn't help, I usually only can tell by seeing them. One thing is for sure, projector anamorphics are still uncharted territory. I can't seem to find any footage shot with this lens since the model is unknown so please share when you have the time. I noticed the back end is threaded. Can this thread be used with a step ring to attach to the taking lens? That would deffinately save some money. Below is the model I'm considering. It's about 100$. Do you think it's worth it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTN Posted April 14, 2018 Share Posted April 14, 2018 Thanks, I think I'll wait and try to do some more research before buying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken Posted April 14, 2018 Share Posted April 14, 2018 Imo, this is the second worst anamorphic lens than Russian’s. That is why it’s so cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bioskop.Inc Posted April 14, 2018 Share Posted April 14, 2018 It's cheap for a reason & you'll probably end up using it as a paper weight. If you are interested in something cheapish, then go for a Singer/Sankor 16D or H - the rear elements are big enough to not limit you like their smaller counterparts. They're x2 stretch & will be dual focus, but if you like them, you can always buy one of those single focus diopter things (that'll cost you more than the anamorphic!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTN Posted April 14, 2018 Share Posted April 14, 2018 3 minutes ago, ken said: Imo, this is the second worst anamorphic lens than Russian’s. That is why it’s so cheap. This is why I'd prefer to see some footage before buying. 2 minutes ago, Bioskop.Inc said: It's cheap for a reason & you'll probably end up using it as a paper weight. If you are interested in something cheapish, then go for a Singer/Sankor 16D or H - the rear elements are big enough to not limit you like their smaller counterparts. They're x2 stretch & will be dual focus, but if you like them, you can always buy one of those single focus diopter things (that'll cost you more than the anamorphic!). I'm interested in a starter lens and making some experiments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bioskop.Inc Posted April 14, 2018 Share Posted April 14, 2018 14 minutes ago, CTN said: This is why I'd prefer to see some footage before buying. I'm interested in a starter lens and making some experiments. This is where I started (16D), you could also go for the Elmoscope I, which is very similar - both have lovely blue flares & go well with 4K cameras. Basically, you've got to ask yourself what you think you're going to get from an anamorphic. Personally, I want them for how they render the out of focus areas, take the edge off some of these high res cameras (especially 4K ones) & finally, for the horizontal flares (but i'm over the flares really). Whatever you do, don't get fooled into buying one of those multi-coloured projection lenses - they are a PITA to use & will give you a sterile MC look. Great if you're projecting in a home theatre, but an absolute waste of time if you're shooting - you'd be better off shooting spherical & cropping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken Posted April 14, 2018 Share Posted April 14, 2018 Maybe not many people know, 16D has its twin named 35J. 16D usually means Sankor's 16D. And don't confuse with Kowa 16D, which is smaller lens. Bioskop.Inc 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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