LEICA R CINESCOPE TLS VINTAGE SET OF 8

Includes:
Fitting Case

The Leica R Cinescope TLS Vintage set is a premium collection of rehoused still photography lenses transformed for professional cinema use. Combining 1970s–90s German glass with state-of-the-art British engineering by True Lens Services (TLS), these lenses offer a “vintage-cool” aesthetic—sharp but organic—while meeting the mechanical demands of modern film sets. The set typically consists of eight focal lengths, utilizing original Leica R Summilux and Elmarit glass. These lenses are highly prized for their full-frame coverage, warm color rendering, and smooth, non-clinical bokeh. The TLS rehousing replaces the original fragile mechanics with a robust, cam-driven system similar to those found in high-end Cooke S4 optics.

Key Features:

Full Frame & Vista Vision Coverage: Covers 36mm x 24mm sensors (e.g., Sony Venice, ARRI Alexa LF, RED V-Raptor) without vignetting.
Cam-Driven Focus System: Offers over 300° of focus rotation (350° for macros) for ultra-precise pulling with zero backlash.
Improved Close Focus: The TLS engineering significantly enhances the minimum object distance compared to the original still lenses.
Standardized Cinema Mechanics: Every lens in the set features a matching 110mm front diameter and unified gear positions for iris and focus.
Vintage Optical Character: Delivers high micro-contrast and a “gentle” sharpness that is more flattering to skin tones than modern digital lenses.
Robust Build: Constructed from high-grade aluminum alloy, stainless steel, and brass for durability on rigorous sets.