| The Petzval 55 MKII Art Lens | | Each member of the Lomography Art Lens family has been handcrafted with care, features the finest glass and boasts exceptional optical character. Everyone has been engineered to work effortlessly with a whole range of contemporary cameras but the Petzval 55 MKII was specifically created with discerning photographers and filmmakers in mind. This versatile number brings the unique look of Joseph Petzval’s original lens to full frame mirrorless cameras. | | |
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| A Filmmaker’s Favorite | | Pulling focus firmly towards your subject with magnetic appeal and rendering shots with that dreamy depth of field surrounded by swirly bokeh, the Petzval 55 MKII creates cinematic scenes drenched in an intimate storytelling aesthetic. Now there is no need for unreliable adaptors either as this Art Lens is available with a plethora of mounts. Long-time LomoAmigo Daniel Schaefer tried the Petzval 55 MKII for video at dawn in New York City. Equipped with a follow focus, he tested the limits of this Art Lens. |
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| "In recent years there has been a movement to recreate vintage optics for modern systems. Lomography led the charge with its New Petzval series." | | – PCReviews |
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| "If you want swirly, whirly, creamy, dreamy bokeh, then this lens should be your number one stop." | | – DigitalCameraWorld.com |
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| "The need for better video performance is real, so Petzval 55 mm f/1.7 was designed to be more adaptable for filmmakers." | | – TechTheLead |
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| Comedian Close-Ups | | This adaptable Art Lens lets you seamlessly switch between video and still set up. Cameraman to the comedians, Marcus Russell Price, works across both mediums and found the lens to be an exceptional addition to his arsenal. Here’s what he had to say about his time with the precious Petzval 55 MKII. |
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