Description
Introducing the Orion Atlas 21mm T2
The Atlas Orion 21mm T2 is a professional anamorphic lens from the Orion series, designed to deliver a spectacular wide-angle image while retaining the characteristic aesthetic of anamorphic cinema. This focal length combines the visual soul of vintage anamorphic lenses with modern mechanical reliability and production standards, making it a particularly popular tool for film and broadcast shoots.
Featuring 2x anamorphic compression, theAtlas Orion 21mm T2 delivers an immersive horizontal field of view with extremely low distortion for such a wide focal length. At the heart of its design is a true anamorphic front group, which generates the typical optical characteristics sought after in cinema: pictorial elliptical bokeh, expressive optical breathing, and controlled horizontal flares.
Anamorphic optical signatureAtlas Orion 21mm T2
TheAtlas Orion 21mm T2 delivers a rich and organic visual signature. At its widest aperture of T2, the lens produces a slight spherical aberration glow that enhances the cinematic character of the image. Stopping down to T2.8 or wider, performance becomes particularly sharp on flat terrain, offering accurate rendering of textures and details.
The anamorphic bokeh rendering typical of the Orion series brings an elegant visual depth, while the horizontal flares remain present but controlled, allowing a balance between vintage aesthetics and artistic control to be maintained.
Filming compatibility and versatility
The Orion Series lenses were designed as a true universal filmmaking tool. TheAtlas Orion 21mm T2 features a native PL mount, making it compatible with the latest professional digital cinema cameras. It can also be used on Canon EF cameras or mirrorless cameras with the help of suitable adapters.
Its design respects the mechanical constraints of 35mm cinema cameras equipped with a rotating mirror shutter, in accordance with the specifications of the Arri PL mount. Its image circle larger than 35mm allows coverage suitable for both digital and film productions.
Case studiesAtlas Orion 21mm T2
In feature films, theAtlas Orion 21mm T2 is particularly effective for immersive wide shots, interior scenes, or architectural sets requiring a wide field of view. In commercials and music videos, it allows for the exploitation of anamorphic flares and depth of field to strengthen the project’s visual identity. In premium broadcast productions, it offers a distinctive cinematic aesthetic while maintaining reliable mechanics suited to intensive shoots.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What type of anamorphic compression does the Atlas Orion 21mm T2 offer?
The lens features 2x anamorphic compression, allowing for a cinematic rendering in widescreen format.
2. What is the maximum aperture of the Atlas Orion 21mm T2?
The lens opens to T2, offering excellent brightness and expressive depth of field.
3. What mount is this lens equipped with?
TheAtlas Orion 21mm T2 has a native PL mount, compatible with professional cinema cameras and adaptable to other mounts.
4. Can it be used with film cameras?
Yes, it is designed to work with 35mm cinema cameras equipped with an Arri PL mount.
5. What is the minimum focusing distance?
The minimum focusing distance is approximately 0.45 meters, allowing for -up shots with a pronounced anamorphic rendering.
Key features of the Atlas Orion 21mm T2:
- 2x anamorphic compression for an immersive widescreen experience
- Front anamorphic group producing characteristic bokeh and flares
- T2 aperture with expressive optical signature
- Native PL mount compatible with digital and film cinema
- Reliable mechanical design standardized on the Orion series
