It was by pure chance that I ended up with TWO huge LOMO zooms a couple of years ago. One of them was the LOMO 35OPF18-1 20-120mm T/3.3. The lens is an absolute monster - as you can see side by side with Canon's EF 70-200mm f/2.8L. But the subject of today's post is the much smaller 35OPF1-1. …
Along with the Schneider Cinelux, the Isco Ultra Star is one of the most popular - and cheapest - modern anamorphic adapters. It's not hard to see why. Use coupon TITO10 for 10% OFF at Vid-Atlantic's website USEFUL LINKS: Look for an Isco Ultra Star on eBay Get Vid-Atlantic's clamps on eBay
Following right behind the Kowas (B&H, 16-H and 8-Z) comes the Sankor 16-D anamorphic adapter. A little clumsier than its competitors, but with glass big enough to deliver good results and small enough to not encumber. USEFUL LINKS: Look for a Sankor 16-D on eBay Get Vid-Atlantic's front …
Time to review the Kowa 8-Z anamorphic lens. Another member of the Kowa family. The 8-Z is side-by-side with the B&H in terms of performance, but are there any actual differences? USEFUL LINKS: Look for a Kowa 8-Z on eBay Get a Rapido Front Clamp on eBay Download the 3d-printed clamp Playlist with …