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2.10 Cine Lens vs Stills Lens: Professional Video Optical Standards

Detailed comparison of cinema and photography lenses including T-stop calibration, focus breathing control, and color consistency requirements.

by Daoming
June 25, 2024

Cine Lens vs Stills Lens: Professional Video Optical Standards

Content to be added - This article will compare cinema and photography lens requirements.

Article Outline

1. Design Philosophy Differences

  • Photography vs cinematography priorities
  • Optical vs mechanical optimization
  • Image quality vs operational requirements
  • Cost considerations and market positioning

2. Technical Specifications

  • T-stop vs F-stop accuracy
  • Focus breathing suppression
  • Gear ring standardization
  • Color temperature consistency
  • Focus throw and precision

3. Professional Cinema Examples

  • Cooke S4/i and S7/i characteristics
  • Zeiss Supreme Prime features
  • Fujinon Premista zoom capabilities
  • Arri Signature Prime innovations
  • Canon CN-E series positioning

4. Practical Applications

  • Video production workflow integration
  • Color matching requirements
  • Focus pulling techniques
  • Rental vs purchase considerations
  • Hybrid shooting applications

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