SUMMARY
Christopher Frost tested the Sirui 75mm T1.9 1.5x Anamorphic lens against the Canon CN-E 50mm T1.3 L F cinema lens, highlighting a significant price difference. Despite the cost, the Sirui offers a comparable horizontal field of view to the Canon. While the Canon is sharper, especially at smaller apertures, the Sirui performs competitively in contrast and corner sharpness. The Sirui also provides softer bokeh and includes practical features like adjustable back focus and swappable mounts.
TAKEAWAYS
Sirui's $999 anamorphic lens was compared to Canon's $3,900 cinema lens.
The Sirui lens offers a field of view comparable to the Canon, with the Canon being sharper overall.
Both lenses exhibit focus breathing, and the Sirui provides distinct anamorphic flares.
The Sirui lens includes practical features like adjustable back focus and interchangeable mounts.