COOKE VARO-PANCHRO 20-60 ZOOM

Includes:
19mm support
15mm support
15mm rods
19mm rods
Mattbox LMB-4
PV mount adapter
Diopter tray for MB-14 or similar
Director ViewFinder
Case

The Cooke Varo-Panchro 20-60mm T3.1 is a legendary vintage zoom lens, first released in 1981, that was engineered to deliver optical performance comparable to the best prime lenses of its era. Often referred to as a “zoomable prime,” it is celebrated for its ability to produce the iconic “Cooke Look”—a warm, organic rendering with exceptional skin tones and smooth bokeh—in a compact and lightweight package. At approximately 6 lbs, it is one of the most manageable professional zooms for handheld or Steadicam work. While originally designed for Super 35mm film, its high resolution and minimal chromatic aberration make it a popular choice for modern digital cinematography, especially when paired with vintage Cooke Speed Panchro primes.

Key Features:
“Zoomable Prime” Performance: Delivers a level of sharpness and contrast typically reserved for fixed focal length lenses.
Compact and Lightweight: Weighs only 6 lbs, making it suitable for handheld, Steadicam, and gimbal-mounted shooting.
Constant T3.1 Aperture: Provides consistent exposure across the entire 20-60mm focal range without light ramping.
Minimal Focus Breathing: Precision internal-focusing mechanics ensure that image framing remains stable during focus pulls.
Legendary Cooke Aesthetics: Offers warm color rendition, beautiful flaring characteristics, and an 11-blade iris for natural out-of-focus highlights.
Versatile S35 Coverage: Optimized for Super 35mm sensors; can be used with a 1.2x expander to cover larger full-frame sensors with minimal light loss.