OPTEX 8mm T2

Optex 8mm T2 (often part of the “Super Cine” series) is a high-performance wide-angle prime lens designed specifically for the Super 16mm (S16) format. While it is not as extreme as the 4mm version, it is prized for its ability to provide a wide field of view with significantly less distortion than competing lenses of the era, making it a staple for music videos, documentaries, and “indie” cinema.

True Rectilinear Optics: Unlike fisheye lenses, it is engineered to keep straight lines straight, making it excellent for architectural shots or tight interiors.

Fast T2 Aperture: The wide aperture allows for filming in low-light conditions and offers more control over depth of field than slower wide-angle glass.

Superior Contrast & Color: Renowned for having better contrast and more “pop” than the older Zeiss 8mm Distagon, while still maintaining a classic filmic texture.

Close Focus Capability: With a minimum focus distance of approximately 15 inches, it allows for intimate, wide-angle close-ups with a unique sense of scale.

Organic Flare Character: Known for producing a “cool rainbow flare” and gentle halation when pointed at light sources, adding a dreamlike quality to the image.

Robust Cine Housing: Typically features standard 0.8 pitch gears for focus and iris, making it fully compatible with modern follow-focus systems and cinema rigs.