We’re excited to announce the official launch of Panchro 65/i, bringing the timeless Panchro look to large-format cinematography.
- Designed for 65mm+ sensors
- 6 focal lengths: 30mm / 40mm / 55mm / 75mm / 100mm / 152mm*
- T-stops: T2.5 – T2.9
*(152mm coming Spring 2026)
Head over to our product page for full specifications, demo footage and more.
Don’t miss our brand-new Panchro Legacy film, a cinematic showcase of the Panchro look in action.
Explore Panchro 65/i now - link in bio!
#Cooke #Panchro65 #LargeFormat #Cinematography #Filmmaking #Panchro #CookeLook
Introducing the Cooke SP3 18mm – the sixth focal length in the range to complete the set. This lens has been highly anticipated, and we are pleased to announce that it is now available to order with stock arriving over October and November depending on region.
With superior definition and close focus, the 18mm lens will provide greater flexibility to filmmakers, allowing you to capture more and enhance visual storytelling.
We are hosting events to launch the 18mm lens at our London,
Beijing and Burbank spaces. Register for these on our website.
To learn more about the Cooke SP3 range, follow the link in our bio.
#cooke #cinematography #cookelook #filmmaker #filmmaking #cookeSP3 #18mm
The Cooke factory in Leicester is a special place, combining modern and traditional processes and machines. Those machines are driven by a passionate team whose unswerving dedication enables Cooke to make such finely honed products which last for so many decades.
In this film, we have tried to capture that special feeling.
Directed by @dinokazamia
Cinematography by @dylanhbruce
#cinematography #cooke #filmaking
The annual @koba_exhibition in Seoul is officially underway, and it’s already off to a fantastic start.
Visit our partner stands to experience firsthand Cooke Panchro 65/i, crafted for large format cinematography.
A big thank you to our partners for showcasing Cooke:
@blackmagicnewsofficial@official.koil
#KOBA #Cinematography #Cooke #Panchro #LargeFormat #Filmmaking
Theni Eswar (@thenieswar_isc ) is a revered name in contemporary Tamil cinema, celebrated for visually striking, award-winning films such as Kara directed by Vignesh Rajan (@vignesh_raja ).
For this gripping action thriller, Theni Eswar chose Cooke S8/i lenses to craft a raw, cinematic visual language, balancing realism and cinematic depth.
Read our full conversation with the DOP to discover more - link in bio.
#CookeS8 #Cinematography #Lenses #Filmmaking #IndianCinema
Huge congratulations to the cast and crew of Adolescence for making history at last night’s BAFTA TV Awards.
The mini-series picked up four awards, including Best Picture for a Limited Series, setting a new record for the most wins at a single BAFTA TV Awards ceremony in one year.
A well-deserved achievement. Shot by DOP @mattlewisfilm on a Cooke SP3 32mm.
#BAFTATVAwards #Adolescence #Cinematography #CookeSP3
The Book of George is a short film tracing the unlikely path of George McKenzie Jr., from a life shaped by violence to a career photographing the natural world. Now a mentor and guide, he brings young people into spaces they were never told they belonged.
Director of Photography Chris Naum (@chris_naum ) spoke with Cooke about using the SP3 lenses for the film and why their compact form factor and distinct look made them the right choice for the shoot.
Watch an exclusive preview of the film and read more from the DOP via our Shot on Cooke Showcase - link in bio.
#ShotonCooke #CookeSP3 #ShortFilm #Cinematography
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Our Cooke Digital webpage is live!
A new home exploring how lens intelligence connects the camera to the VFX pipeline and the cinematographer to the VFX team.
Powered by /i Technology - Cooke's multi-decade leadership in bridging cinematography and VFX.
Come and explore - link in bio.
#CookeDigital #Nuke #iTechnology #Cinematography #VFX #VirtualProduction
Cinematographer Manush Nandan (@Manushnandandop ), known for his nuanced and visually grounded storytelling, brings a distinctive realism to Patriot - a feature released today in Indian cinemas.
The spy thriller, directed by Mahesh Narayanan (@Maheshnarayan_official ) follows covert operatives as they uncover a surveillance conspiracy that escalates into a national security emergency.
In conversation with Cooke, Manush reveals how Panchro/i Classic lenses helped define the film’s visual depth and authenticity.
Discover more - full article via link in bio.
#Cooke #CookePanchroClassic #Lenses #Cinematography #IndianCinema #Patriot
We’re heading to FMX in Stuttgart (May 5–8) and look forward to welcoming you to a major milestone moment for Cooke Digital. @fmxconference
This year, we’re proud to be curating FMX’s first-ever cinematography track - bringing together leading voices from across film and VFX.
Wednesday 6 May, we will be joined by:
• Paul Cameron (@paulcameron_director ) 10:00 - 11:00
• Dave Alex Riddett (@davealexriddett ) 12:30 - 13:30
• Victor Perez (@victorperez_official ) 14:30 - 15:30
From lens to post, these sessions explore the evolving craft of cinematography and the creative possibilities of digital workflows.
Join us at FMX as we help shape the future of cinematography.
#FMX2026 #Cinematography #VFX #Filmmaking CookeDigital
The Flat Below is a short drama-thriller shot by Director of Photography Laurence Mason-Guetta. @laurence__mg .
Laurence chose Cooke SP3 lenses to add a dreamy mysticism to the film's visual language whilst keeping his rig lightweight and practical.
Watch an exclusive preview of the short film and hear more from the DOP on our Shot on Cooke Showcase - link in bio.
#ShotonCooke #ShortFilm #Cooke #CookeSP3 #SonyFX6 #Cinematography
