Atlas Mercury 42mm 1.5x Full-Frame Anamorphic Prime Lens - Metric

Professional Anamorphic Performance in a Compact Form

The Atlas Mercury 42mm T2.2 is a cornerstone of the Mercury Series, a family of 1.5x full-frame anamorphic lenses designed to bridge the gap between vintage character and modern sensor requirements. This lens provides cinematographers with a distinct cinematic quality, whether paired with high-end cinema cameras or mirrorless systems via PL adapter.

Vintage Personality with Modern Precision

Engineered for storytelling, the Mercury 42mm delivers exceptional optical clarity while maintaining a soulful, geometric personality. Key visual features include:

• Golden Lens Flares: Distinctive warm flares when facing direct light sources.
• Pleasing Distortion: Classic barrel distortion that adds depth and character to the frame.
• Skin Tone Optimization: Rendered to bring out natural beauty and texture across various lighting conditions.
• Close-Focus Capability: Near-zero chromatic aberration even at the minimum focus distance.

Full-Frame Versatility and 1.5x Squeeze

With an imaging area of 36.7mm x 25.54mm, the Mercury 42mm covers full-frame sensors as well as 16:9, 3:2, and 4:3 formats. The 1.5x optical design provides the beloved characteristics of traditional 2x cinemascope, such as oblong oval bokeh and shallow depth of field, while significantly reducing the physical footprint of the lens.

Built for Every Production Environment

At half the size and weight of most professional anamorphic primes, the Mercury Series is built for agility. Its compact design makes it ideal for handheld work, gimbal stabilizers, drones, and underwater housings. The standardized 95mm front diameter and consistent gear placement ensure seamless transitions between focal lengths on set.