Vivitar Auto Wide-Angle 35mm F2.8 Cine Mod Prime w/ Anamorphic Bokeh | Canon EF!

🎬 Vivitar Auto Wide-Angle 35mm F2.8 Cine Mod Prime Lens with Anamorphic Bokeh | Canon EF | Full Frame

Transform your digital camera into a true cinematic imaging tool with this professionally cine-modded Vivitar Auto Wide-Angle 35mm F2.8, adapted for Canon EF mount. This classic vintage prime has been fully serviced, professionally converted and optimized for filmmakers looking for unique character instead of clinically perfect modern optics.

This lens features de-clicked aperture, dual 0.8 MOD follow focus gears (focus and aperture), and has been specially modified to produce a beautiful neutral oval bokeh, creating an anamorphic-inspired rendering while remaining a spherical lens. Unlike true anamorphic lenses, there is no de-squeeze required, simply add to your footage with 2.35:1 cinematic black bars during post-production to achieve an authentic widescreen cinema appearance.

The lens fully covers Full Frame sensors, making it an excellent choice for Canon Cinema EOS cameras, Blackmagic cameras with Speed Boosters, RED, Komodo, Sony (with adapter), Panasonic, Nikon Z (adapter), and many other professional video systems.

The optics are in good condition. The glass shows only very minor cleaning marks and light signs of age, which are completely typical for vintage lenses and have no visible effect on image quality. The aperture blades are clean and oil-free. Focus movement is smooth after complete cleaning and re-lubrication, while the aperture rotates smoothly thanks to the de-click conversion.

Vivitar became one of the most respected independent photographic brands during the 1970s and early 1980s, working with renowned Japanese manufacturers including Kino Precision (Kiron), Komine, Cosina and Tokina. Their wide-angle lenses earned an excellent reputation for solid construction, pleasing color rendition and natural contrast. This particular 35mm F2.8 design represents the classic generation of manual-focus wide-angle lenses that became popular among photographers before autofocus dominated the market. Today, these optics are highly appreciated by cinematographers because of their organic rendering, smooth focus throw and vintage character that modern lenses often lack.

The custom anamorphic-bokeh modification preserves the original optical character while introducing a cinematic oval out-of-focus rendering, giving footage a subtle anamorphic feel without sacrificing ease of use.

⚙️ Technical Specifications

• Lens Mount - Canon EF
• Focal Length - 35mm
• Maximum Aperture - F2.8
• Minimum Aperture - F22
• Aperture Blades - 6
• Minimum Focusing Distance - 0.4m
• Filter Size - 49mm
• Focus Type - Manual
• Serial Number - 28000094

🎥 Why Choose This Lens?

If you’re looking for a vintage wide-angle lens with genuine cinematic personality, this Vivitar 35mm F2.8 is an outstanding choice. Unlike modern ultra-corrected optics, it delivers natural contrast, pleasing vintage color rendition and smooth focus transitions that give footage a timeless character. The professionally engineered neutral oval bokeh modification creates an elegant anamorphic-inspired look while remaining easy to use as a standard spherical lens. Combined with the Canon EF conversion, dual cine gears and fully serviced mechanics, this lens is ready for professional filmmaking straight out of the box.

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