Description
Joseph Petzval 35 mm f/2 Focus-Coupled Bokeh Control Art Lens
Introducing a new and versatile focal length to the Petzval Art Lens series with a fast f/2 aperture and a close focusing distance of just 0.4 meters, it’s ideal for everything from expansive wide-angle shots to intimate close-ups – all with one lens. The 35 mm focal length offers remarkable flexibility, while a refined optical design delivers a larger sharper image area than with the other focal lengths, surrounded by beautifully swirling bokeh. This enhanced control makes it easy to compose off-center subjects and embrace artistic framing techniques like the golden ratio, and even capture a two-shot or double, unlocking a new level of creative expression for both photographers and filmmakers.
Joseph Petzval 55 mm f/1.7 Focus-Coupled Bokeh Control Art Lens
Your go-to choice for capturing cinematic imagery with soul. A classic standard focal length paired with a fast f/1.7 aperture makes it ideal for everyday storytelling, offering a natural perspective with a distinctive Petzval twist.
Joseph Petzval 80.5 mm f/1.9 Focus-Coupled Bokeh Control Art Lens
A masterfully crafted tool designed for photographers and filmmakers who crave depth, emotion and timeless character in their imagery. This focal length is ideal for portraiture, offering flattering perspective compression and exquisite subject separation with shallow depth of field and razor-sharp center focus surrounded by the iconic Petzval swirly bokeh.
Technical Specifications
Joseph Petzval 35 f/2 Focus-coupled Bokeh Control Art Lens
Focal Length: 35 mm
Lens Aperture System: Stopless Iris Style Aperture, Drop In Special Aperture Plates
Closest Focusing Distance: 0.4 m
Lens Focusing: Manual Focusing Ring, Mod 0.8 Follow Focus Gear
Available Apertures: Stopless f/2 – f/22
Filter Thread: 67 mm
Lens Material: Multi–Coated Glass
Lens Body Material: Anodized Aluminum
Lens Family: Joseph Petzval Focus-Coupled
Joseph Petzval 55 f/1.7 Focus-coupled Bokeh Control Art Lens
Focal Length: 55 mm
Lens Aperture System: Stopless Iris Style Aperture, Drop In Special Aperture Plates
Closest Focusing Distance: 0.7 m
Lens Focusing: Manual Focusing Ring, Mod 0.8 Follow Focus Gear
Available Apertures: Stopless f/1.7 – f/22
Filter Thread: 67 mm
Lens Material: Multi–Coated Glass
Lens Body Material: Anodized Aluminum
Lens Family: Joseph Petzval Focus-Coupled
Joseph Petzval 80.5 f/1.9 Focus-coupled Bokeh Control Art Lens
Focal Length: 80.5 mm
Lens Aperture System: Stopless Iris Style Aperture, Drop In Special Aperture Plates
Closest Focusing Distance: 0.8 m
Lens Focusing: Manual Focusing Ring, Mod 0.8 Follow Focus Gear
Available Apertures: Stopless f/1.9 – f/22
Filter Thread: 67 mm
Lens Material: Multi–Coated Glass
Lens Body Material: Anodized Aluminum
Lens Family: Joseph Petzval Focus-Coupled
Accessory & Filter Compatibility
Key Measurements
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⭕ Outer Diameter (O.D.): Non-standard (Because these are uniquely styled Art Lenses, they do not feature a standard cinema outer diameter).
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🔄 Front Filter Thread: 67mm (Standardized across all three focal lengths: 35mm, 55mm, and 80.5mm).
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Physical Movement: Internal helicoid focus design featuring a dedicated 0.8 MOD gear on the focus ring. (Focus-coupled technology means adjusting the swirly bokeh levels will not shift your focus distance).
Compatible Matte Boxes (Available to Rent)
Compatible Filters
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Circular Filters (67mm): Highly recommended. All three lenses accept standard 67mm screw-on filters directly on the front thread. (Because you often want to shoot wide-open to maximize the famous Petzval swirl, threading a 67mm Variable ND directly to the lens is the most efficient way to control exposure outdoors).
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Cinema Filters (4×5.65″): Can be used with a rod-mounted matte box and our 7x TIFFEN 4×5.6 IR ND WW Filter Set.
Recommended Rigging Accessories
⚠️ Rigging Notes for Petzval Art Lenses
Included
Lomography Joseph Petzval Art 3-Lens Set is available to rent at FRENEL rental.
