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RPAs...

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Tonight we are announcing the development of the RPAs (RED Pro Anamorphics). They will match color, optical quality and mechanical performance characteristics with their little brothers... the RPPs. The weight of the RPAs is expected to be within 1/2 pound of the RPPs.

Initial set will consist of:

35mm T2.4
50mm T2.4
85mm T2.4
100mm T2.4

A 25mm T2.4 is also being studied.

Delivery of the 4 lens set is expected by year's end... although you know the schedule drill.

Prices will be slightly higher than RPPs.

Jim
 
I know that I'm only going to end up getting 2 RPPs (because students have no money), and still I ask...
Pics?
 
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Maybe someone can clarify. I was under the impression that the RPPs wouldn't project an image circle wide enough to cover the FF 35mm model. But wouldn't these RPAs have to do so to be of any use?
 
I'm just thinking back to when people were asking if Red would ever do anamorphics, and the response was that there wouldn't be enough demand for them. I don't know what changed, but I'm happy! Streaky flares and elliptical bokeh FTW!

Leaning towards 1.33x or 2x squeeze?

A 25mm would be a particularly excellent treat.
 
honestly, you are the hardest working guy...we are lucky to be in your wake.
 
Brook Willard said:
Sick...! What sensor size and 2x or 1.5/1.33x? Awesome...
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Great question. Would love to know this as well.

I can stop looking at this Lomo Package now... When is it available?

I have 2 Features and a high end doc. in the works.
 
Andrew Benz said:
I can stop looking at this Lomo Package now... When is it available? I have a 2 Features and a high end doc. in the works.0
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Aye, this may put a dent in the second-hand Lomo business.

Jim did say "by year's end", and we're barely into the year, so I wouldn't hold my breath for an imminent release.
 
J. Bernard Vallon said:
I vote 1.5. Makes the most sense with a series of 16:9 sensors. Get the most out of your image. Plus less distortion should mean faster lenses are possible.
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I guess the question is why they've decided to make these lenses. As I understand it, the 2X anamorphics have more pronounced artefacts, which is why some people (like me) want to use them. So, are they making these more for the aesthetic qualities, or simply to make the best use of the 16:9 sensor?
 
Never a dull day around here. Makes you wonder what else is happening in the bat cave.
 
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