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KOWA Cine PROMINAR TLS x7: 20-25-32-40-50-75-100mm metric

Description

KOWA Cine PROMINAR TLS x7 prime lenses in metric scale,
Rehoused by True Lens Services, UK.
– 20mm / T 2.6
– 25mm / T 2.3
– 32mm / T 2.3
– 40mm / T 2.3
– 50mm / T 2.3
– 75mm / T 2.3
– 100mm / T 2.6

The Kowa Cine Prominar TLS lenses are vintage Japanese cinema lenses from the 1960s that have been rehoused by True Lens Services (TLS) to meet modern production standards. This rehousing process enhances their durability and functionality while preserving their unique optical characteristics.

Key Features:

Optical Characteristics: These lenses are known for their sharpness, low contrast, and distinctive gold and amber lens flares, attributed to their single-layer coatings. They produce vivid amber and orange flares and cast skin tones beautifully.
Rehousing Enhancements: The TLS conversion includes:
- New stainless steel PL mount
- High-grade aluminum alloy and stainless steel housing
- New cam-form focus drive
- High-caliber focus and iris rings
- Engraved dual focus scales
- Standard 110mm front ring

Technical Specifications:

Here are the specifications for the Kowa Cine Prominar TLS lenses:

Focal Length	Aperture	Close Focus	Front Diameter	Weight (lbs)
15mm	T4	7″	125mm	1.8
20mm	T2.6	10″	110mm	3.2
25mm	T2.3	11″	110mm	4.2
32mm	T2.3	10″	110mm	2
40mm	T2.3	13″	110mm	2
50mm	T2.3	19″	110mm	2
75mm	T2.3	2′ 4″	110mm	2.6
100mm	T2.6	3′ 3″	110mm	3.8

Note: The 15mm lens has a front diameter of 125mm, while the others have a front diameter of 110mm.

These lenses are suitable for various shooting situations, including commercials, music videos, and feature films. Their compact size makes them ideal for handheld and Steadicam use.