Ancient Optics’ Petzvalux primes are a full set of fast, full frame, modern optics, based on vintage optical designs, that are all user-tunable! There is truly nothing else like them.

The concept begins with using the original Petzval optical design as a starting point. In the past we have only had the “Petzval look” in lenses that are roughly 58mm or 85mm. Now there are 5 focal lengths, expanding the set both wider and longer, all matching in regards to character, sharpness, contrast, flare, etc.

One of the most exciting features is the “3rd ring,” which allows the user to control many of the lenses characteristics, mainly spherical aberration. This allows the user control over edge sharpness, fall-off, bokeh character, and even contrast. Each lens has a tuning ring, with 7 well-spaced out presets. So you can be sure to get consistent looks shot after shot, lens to lens.