KOWA PROMINAR ANAMORPHIC
TECHNICAL DATA
| FOCAL LENGTH | APERATURE | CLOSE FOCUS | FRONT DIAMETER | WEIGHT (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32mm (40mm x 0.8 Converter) | T2.3 | 3' | 114mm | 3.5 |
| 40mm | T2.2 | 3' | 80mm | 1.99 |
| 50mm | T2.2 | 3' | 80mm | 2.1 |
| 75mm | T2.2 | 3'3" | 80mm | 2.64 |
| 100mm | T2.2 | 5' | 80mm | 3.08 |
OVERVIEW
DISTINCT VINTAGE CHARM
Kowa anamorphics are prized for their distinctly vintage charm and have long been associated with the signature look of 1970s and 1980s cinema. Smaller and lighter than many anamorphic sets, they deliver pronounced horizontal flares, a gentle softness, and characteristic edge fall-off that can evoke the nostalgia of classic films.
AUTHENTIC ANALOG WARMTH
DPs who have chosen Kowa anamorphics often do so to emphasize a handcrafted, old-world sensibility, whether to give science fiction a retro feel (as in certain sequences of Alien) or to lend a period piece an authentic analog warmth. Their enduring appeal lies in the organic imperfection that instantly transports viewers to another cinematic era.