DZOFILM ARCANA Anamorphic Lenses – Fantastic Image & Incredible Value!

Discover the new DZOFILM Arcana anamorphic lenses and why they might be one of the best value cinema lenses on the market right now. In this video, I take a closer look at the image quality, build, and overall performance of the Arcana series. Also, this video includes test footage shot both indoors and outdoors, showcasing the full anamorphic look. From beautiful anamorphic flares to cinematic compression and character – these lenses bring a true film look without breaking the bank. Are they perfect? Not quite. But for the price, they come surprisingly close. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments – thanks! & if you enjoyed the video, consider subscribing for more content like this. It's free :) Chapters: 0:00 - Intro – Test footage outside 01:56 - 32mm / 45mm / 75mm – Basics 03:28 - Close focus 04:00 - Flares 05:30 - Hybrid anamorphics 06:27 - Short film – Test footage inside 10:32 - Negatives ⚡️ EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS & PARTNERS Mediatec | Our partner for video and audio gear! ↳ Web: https://www.mediatec.de | Instagram:   / mediatec.de   (@mediatec.de) 🎨 Dehancer | I grade all my videos with Dehancer! ↳ Get 10% OFF all products with code: auftriebmedia 🎵 Uppbeat | Where I get all my music and SFX! ↳ Sign up via my referral link here: https://share.uppbeat.io/se4f5uejguyv GEAR (Affiliate Links) 🎥 CAMERAS & PRODUCTION Blackmagic Pyxis 6K (L-Mount): https://www.mediatec.de/blackmagic-py... Pyxis Monitor: https://www.mediatec.de/blackmagic-py... Tilta Cage Pyxis 6K: https://www.mediatec.de/tilta-blackma... Panasonic S1 Mk II: https://www.mediatec.de/panasonic-lum... Panasonic DMW-XLR2 (32-Bit Float): https://www.mediatec.de/panasonic-dmw... Panasonic S5IIX: https://www.mediatec.de/panasonic-lum... BMD Video Assist Monitor 12G: https://www.mediatec.de/blackmagic-vi... NiSi Swift True Color ND Filter Kit: https://www.mediatec.de/nisi-swift-vn... Tiffen Black Pro Mist ⅛: https://www.mediatec.de/tiffen-82mm-b... 👓 LENSES Panasonic Lumix S Pro 24-70mm f/2.8: https://www.mediatec.de/panasonic-lum... DZO Arcana Anamorphic Lenses (PL): https://www.mediatec.de/dzofilm-arcan... 💡 LIGHTING & MODIFIERS Godox KNOWLED MG2400 Bi: https://www.mediatec.de/godox-knowled... Aputure Storm 1200X: https://www.mediatec.de/aputure-storm... Amaran Ray 660C: https://www.mediatec.de/amaran-ray-66... Aputure LS 600D Pro: https://www.mediatec.de/aputure-ls-60... Aputure Storm 80C: https://www.mediatec.de/aputure-storm... Amaran Ray 120C: https://www.mediatec.de/amaran-ray-12... F10 Fresnel (600D): https://www.mediatec.de/aputure-f10-f... Barn Doors F10 Fresnel: https://www.mediatec.de/aputure-f10-b... Spotlight Mount Mini (80C): https://www.mediatec.de/aputure-spotl... Spotlight Mount 26: https://www.mediatec.de/aputure-spotl... 📱 CONNECT WITH US Instagram:   / auftriebmedia   (@auftriebmedia) Web: https://www.auftrieb-media.de Business Inquiries: hello@auftrieb-media.de 💼 ABOUT US High-end gear reviews, cinematic tests, and honest insights for filmmakers. 🎥⚙️ We are auftrieb media, a professional production crew and media agency based in Germany. On this channel, we put professional filmmaking equipment to the test: deep dives into cinema glass and lighting setups to camera comparisons, lens shootouts, and the latest industry tech. *Affiliate Links: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙌 Special thanks to: Model: Nikola Kargus / Actor: Tobias Schenkel