Richard Gale Clavius Primes

The Richard Gale Clavius Primes have a variable aperture allowing fluid adjustment from f2 down to f16 with circular bokeh throughout the range. They cover a Full Frame / Vista Vision image circle, making them a fantastic choice for cameras like the RED Monstro or an ARRI Mini LF. Originally vintage Apogee glass, DSO has rehoused these updated versions with both geared and marked focus and iris rings in a more durable body. These historic optical elements use Single Layer MgF2 Coated Primary Elements and their silky smooth optical characteristics. The effect is an ultra responsive to flaring and a classical lower contrast rendering make the Richard Gale Clavius Primes set a compelling option for almost any production. Richard Gale Optics has been developing this lens set for years, and the latest housings are excellent. Alongside the variable aperture, each lens set comes with an interchangeable selection of ‘waterstop’ aperture disks which allow the user to shape the defocus rendering – for instance, using one of the many oval aperture inserts these lenses deliver a very convincing anamorphic defocus rendering. Multiples of the most popular aperture disks are included meaning the full set of lenses can all be pre-installed with matching aperture disks for easier integration into production schedules.