DZOFILM has announced the Pavo 2x Anamorphic lenses for Super 35mm sensors. The Pavos have a blue and neutral coating, focal lengths of 28, 32, 40, 55, 75, and 100mm, interchangeable PL/EF mount, and constant T2.1 aperture. Regarding the price, each single lens costs $5,500 USD. Explore them (plus sample footage) below.
DZOFILM Pavo 2x Anamorphic
We bumped into the Pavos at the recent CineGear Expo. It reminded us of the Proteus 2X Anamorphic lenses by Laowa (which would be the main competitor). Anyway, here are more details on this new and exciting 2X anamorphic glass for S35. As stated by DZOFILM: “Named after a kind of peacock –Pavo Muticus, which is common in the tropic forests of Southeast Asia, the Pavo 2x Anamorphic with two different coatings boasts great appeal and friendliness for filmmakers who are keen for creating wide-screen videos. Moreover, this brand new series of DZOFILM in all-metal body adopting a blend of black and space grey prides itself on catering to medium-to-high-budget production. Consisting of 6 lenses from 28mm to 100mm in T2.1 aperture, they can also work well with full-frame cameras if paired with the DZOFILM Marlin expanders”.
X2 for S35 sensors
Combining super 35 and a 2x squeeze factor, the Pavo Series are veritable anamorphic lenses, being compatible with various cinema cameras and providing an alluring waterfall bokeh. The 2x compressive factor offers a broader FOV which reminds us of the true anamorphic look & feel. With the design of blue and neutral coating, the Pavo lenses generate horizontal blue or other different flares under multiple lighting sources. Furthermore, “the Pavo Series also excels in minimizing chromatic aberration even under wide open, and reproducing natural skin complexion and vibrant colors” DZOFILM promises.
Compact and lightweight
Breaking the stereotype of bulky anamorphic lenses, the solid yet lightweight Pavo weighing 1.2-1.6kg with a front diameter of only 95mm is easy to carry and suitable to apply in drones and Steadicam shooting. The minimum focus distances across all focus lengths are shorter than we expected in general anamorphic lenses, enlarging possibilities to bring out as diverse scenarios as possible. The consistent fast aperture of T2.1 of these six lenses–28mm, 32mm, 40mm, 55mm, 75mm, and 100mm ensures excellent image quality even in low light conditions and provides a more cost-effective shooting solution.
Back Focus Adjustment
PAVO lenses feature a built-in back-focus adjustment, enabling precise adjustment while adapting to different cameras or changing mounts, making the workflow more efficient and fast.
Key features are:
- 2X Compression Factor for Authentic Anamorphic
- A large range covering 28mm-100mm with a consistent fast aperture T2.1
- Solid and lightweight, weighing 1.2-1.6kg with a front diameter of only 95mm
- A built-in back-focus adjustment for precise control
- Blue and neutral coating
- 28, 32, 40, 55, 75, 100mm Focal Lengths
- Lenses Cover Super35 FormatInterchangeable PL/EF Mount
- T2.1 Maximum Aperture
- EF Bayonet Included
- 2 Hard Cases Included
Explore the specifications below:
Pricing and Availability
The Pavo Anamorphic 2X lenses with optionally imperial and metric scales are available to order in all DZOFILM dealers. They will be offered in two coating versions, blue and natural. Each single lens is priced at 5499 USD and packed in hard cases. A bundle of three lenses is discounted at 15,999 USD with one hard case. A set of six lenses offers a discounted price of 30,999 USD ( shipped in two separate cases). All lenses will be shipped in early October (while 100mm and its relevant bundles will be scheduled in December). Explore the Product Links at the end of the article.
Here are more pictures of the lenses:
Test footage
It’s hard to find any footage shot on the Pavos. Meanwhile, this is what we got:
Product List
Here are the products mentioned in the article, and the links to purchase them from authorized dealers.
- DZOFilm PAVO T2.1 2x Anamorphic Prime Lenses
