Cooke - Lente Panchro 65/i 30mm T2.8 LF/VV Cinema (ARRI LPL)

Continuing Cooke‘s distinctive optical heritage, the Panchro 65/i FF 30mm T2.8 Prime Lens delivers the natural tones and dimensional depth of a vintage Panchro lens in a large format design. This prime lens brings the legendary Panchro aesthetic to 65mm and larger digital imagers, providing filmmakers with an unparalleled combination of classic character and modern performance. Built with a compact form, each Panchro 65/i prime provides Cooke/i Technology lens data for seamless integration with digital workflows and VFX pipelines. Inspired by the historic Speed Panchro line, these lenses preserve the distinctive warmth, smooth skin tones, and elegant depth that have made Cooke lenses a staple of cinematography for decades.

Large Format Coverage
The Panchro 65/i delivers full coverage of a 59.86mm image circle, ensuring outstanding illumination and minimal shading across the frame even on the largest sensors. This allows cinematographers to maximise their image size, as the lens is designed to support the latest large-format cameras from leading manufacturers, including the Alexa 65, Alexa 265 and Fujifilm ETERNA GFX 55.

Key Features
The Panchro 65/i Series blends heritage optics with cutting-edge smart lens technology:

Classic Panchro Look – Adapted for 65mm and larger formats, the lens preserves natural skin tones and depth in imagery

Fast T-Stop – Maximum aperture of T2.8 enables stunning low-light performance while maintaining the classic Panchro signature look

Large Format Coverage – 59.86mm image circle ensures full coverage of 65mm sensors with minimal shading

/i Technology Integration – Cooke‘s advanced intelligent lens technology provides comprehensive metadata (focus, iris, focal length) for seamless integration with modern digital workflows and VFX pipelines

Lightweight Construction – Weighs between 1.8–2.3 kg, making it ideal for handheld, gimbal, or studio setups

Precision Optical Design – Subtle optical aberrations enhance the natural dimensionality of subjects, giving images an organic, lifelike feel

Dual Focus Scales – Imperial and Metric scales marked from infinity to MOD

Robust Build Quality – Scratch-resistant coating protects the lens for long-term professional use

Screw-in Filter Thread – M105 x 0.75 filter thread (except on 30mm)

LPL Mount – Standard LPL lens mount for compatibility with modern large-format cinema cameras

Use Cases
1. Epic Landscape Cinematography
With a 30mm focal length providing an ultra-wide perspective, this lens excels at capturing expansive vistas and establishing shots. The organic, vintage character adds dimensional depth to sweeping scenes.

2. Large Format Narrative Filmmaking
The 59.86mm image circle fully covers ARRI Alexa 65, Alexa 265, Blackmagic URSA Cine 17K 65, and Fujifilm ETERNA GFX 55 sensors, making it ideal for high-end narrative productions.

3. Commercial and Music Video Production
The classic Panchro look – with its distinctive warmth and smooth skin tones – creates a cinematic aesthetic that elevates commercial content.

4. VFX and Post-Production Heavy Workflows
/I Technology metadata capture streamlines visual effects integration and ensures precise lens data for virtual production environments.