Sirui's anamorphic portrait lens — 1.33x squeeze at 75mm f/1.8 for cinematic widescreen video.
The Sirui 75mm f/1.8 1.33x Anamorphic is a specialty cinema lens providing 1.33x anamorphic squeeze for Nikon Z mount among others. Anamorphic lenses capture a wider field of view horizontally then de-squeeze in post, creating the distinctive oval bokeh and horizontal lens flares of cinema.
The 1.33x squeeze factor is designed to work with 16:9 sensors to produce 2.39:1 cinema widescreen output. Oval bokeh highlights and horizontal blue lens flares are the signature anamorphic characteristics. Manual focus with damped cinema-style ring. f/1.8 is fast for an anamorphic.
Available for Nikon Z and other mirrorless mounts. No standard filter thread — uses special anamorphic-compatible filters. Manual focus only with no electronic contacts on most versions. Approximately 700g. De-clickable aperture ring.
Available used at mid-range prices. Anamorphic lenses are specialist tools for filmmakers wanting the cinema look. Requires de-squeeze in post-production. The 1.33x factor is designed for standard mirrorless sensors. A unique creative tool for indie filmmakers.