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Xelmus Optics Apollo 100mm T2.3
Summary
One of the main features of the Apollo lenses is the anti-mump system created in 1954 by Mr. Gottschalk from Panavision. With that system, whilst focusing from infinity to the close point, the image stretches only in a vertical direction (vertical breath), the horizontal axis stays locked. That’s the beauty of this focusing system. The optics are much smaller than a front variable diopter design system, which means they are lighter weight, with less chromatic aberrations, and have better light transmission. The Apollo lenses are amazing for steadicams, gimbals, and handheld work. The Focus ring mechanics are a cam based design. They allow the focus ring to be really smooth, and feature a rotation of 270°. It features standard pitch module of 0.8. for both focus and aperture rings. All the lenses from Apollo series shares 14 round-blades circular apertures! And let’s not forget about the color! The white matches the lens name – Apollo, just like NASA! And we gotta say it looks beautiful. Red-White-Black – are the main colors of the Apollo lens series.
Tech Specs
| Manufacturer | Xelmus Optics |
| Series | Anamorphic |
| Model | Apollo |
| Focal Length | 100mm |
| Max Aperture | T2.3 |
| Min Aperture | T22 |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Image Circle | 60×55 |
| Minimum Focus | 17.5in |
| Focus Rotation | 270 |
| Iris Blades | 14 |
| Optical Design | - |
| Squeeze | 2X |
| Front Diameter | 104mm |
| Filter Thread | none |
| Focus/Zoom Rod | n/a |
| Native Mount | PL |
| Data Protocol | none |
| Length | 6.41in |
| Weight | 2.07kg |
| Body Telescope | none |
| Body Material | Aluminum |
| Focus Drive | Manual |
| Iris Drive | Manual |
| Zoom Drive | n/a |
History
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