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both formats. Attendees will learn which lenses cover each sensor size, how image circle and vignetting affect different sensors and the optical trade-offs between full-frame and Super 35 in terms of depth- of-field, size, weight and consistency. The Summit provides clarity on a topic that’s often oversimplified in spec discussions. Longevity over hype Sustainability of investment is a growing concern as production budgets tighten and timelines shrink. With more boutique and third-party brands entering the market, knowing how easily a lens can be serviced or repaired is as important as how it works. Throughout the event, attendees can learn which manufacturers offer strong service support, how to identify truly rental-ready lenses and what happens when they break – how long it might have to wait for parts. This kind of information can be difficult to find. At the Summit, you’ll hear directly from the teams who live this reality every day, and walk away better equipped to make smart, long-term choices. Perhaps the most valuable part of the European Lens Summit is the freedom to explore, test, compare and question. There will be people and tools on hand to answer any questions. You don’t need to be an optics engineer to attend, but you will leave with new knowledge, practical skills and a clearer understanding of how to get the best out of your lenses – whatever format you’re shooting on.
explained through visual demonstrations. These are the kinds of practical concerns that could seriously derail a shoot if not properly understood. Probe modern vintage and sensor size Another hot topic for 2025 is the rise of character-driven glass. Cinematographers are experimenting with moving away from ultra-clinical lenses and are now actively seeking imperfections – flares, fall-off and vintage softness – to give projects personality and texture. The European Lens Summit offers a unique, hands-on investigation into this movement. Attendees can explore original vintage lenses – like K35s, Super Speeds and Canon FDs – along with modern glass that’s been detuned or modified to mimic that look. And if you want to understand how detuning works, the real impact of removing coatings on contrast and flare or how to match older lenses across a project, these real issues are being tackled on-site. Recent experiments on the Angénieux EZ series will be available to assess up close. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of the vintage revival and how to manage trade-offs between character and consistency in their work. With cinema camera formats now split between Super 35 and full-frame or larger options, understanding coverage has become a top priority. The event puts this issue under the spotlight with direct comparisons into how lenses perform on
ASK THE EXPERTS As well as allowing attendees to try out a massive range of glass, a selection of seminars will bring incredible insights into the wide world of lenses
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