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Does anyone have any information about this lens? I haven't found anything about it on Google, YouTube or Vimeo.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Hilux-264-Prismatic-Anamorphic/282932782736?hash=item41e01ba690:g:IWwAAOSwry1aNJKK

Thanks!

3 minutes ago, ken said:

Imo, this is the second worst anamorphic lens than Russian’s.  That is why it’s so cheap. 

This is why I'd prefer to see some footage before buying.

2 minutes ago, Bioskop.Inc said:

It's cheap for a reason & you'll probably end up using it as a paper weight.

If you are interested in something cheapish, then go for a Singer/Sankor 16D or H - the rear elements are big enough to not limit you like their smaller counterparts. They're x2 stretch & will be dual focus, but if you like them, you can always buy one of those single focus diopter things (that'll cost you more than the anamorphic!).

 

I'm interested in a starter lens and making some experiments. 

Thanks, I think I'll wait and try to do some more research before buying.

8 hours ago, whoisjsd said:

Yes, pretty much every large anamorphic is 2x. If you are shooting on a GH4/5 something about 55-58mm should do the trick. I don't have any footage on mine yet but I will soon (Need to take it back apart and finish cleaning/re-greasing)

A lot of these just say Kowa Prominar Anamorphic and nothing else. There are some gold ones too. Sorry if that doesn't help, I usually only can tell by seeing them.

One thing is for sure, projector anamorphics are still uncharted territory. I can't seem to find any footage shot with this lens since the model is unknown so please share when you have the time.

I noticed the back end is threaded. Can this thread be used with a step ring to attach to the taking lens? That would deffinately save some money.

Below is the model I'm considering. It's about 100$. Do you think it's worth it?

Hello,

I'm also looking to buy one of those but I would like to know if this is a 2x anamorphic, what taking lenses work best and also if anyone can share some footage. What is the name of this model? Any other advice is welcomed.

Thanks!