Kinoptik Tegea 5.7mm T2 — Super 16

The Kinoptik Tegea 5.7mm T2 is an exceptionally wide Super 16 lens with a character all of its own. One of the widest rectilinear lenses available for the format, it delivers an expansive field of view without the pronounced fisheye distortion associated with other ultra-wide optics. Its unusual perspective brings the viewer remarkably close to the subject while exaggerating space and depth, making it a particularly expressive tool for immersive, energetic and unconventional cinematography.

Originally designed for 16mm cameras and known to cover Super 16, the Kinoptik combines its extreme perspective with a distinctly vintage optical character. Wide open, it can produce a softer, more atmospheric image, while its flare and characteristic rendering become part of the visual language rather than simply optical imperfections. A cult choice for filmmakers looking to push perspective, it is particularly compelling for handheld and Steadicam work, music videos, experimental projects and narrative sequences where the lens itself becomes part of the storytelling.