System5 Now Accepting Orders for DZOFilm Arcana, a Full-Frame 1.5X Hybrid Anamorphic Prime Lens
System5 has started taking orders for DZOFilm's 'Arcana', a full-frame 1.5X anamorphic lens. It delivers 2x-equivalent cinematic bokeh at an accessible price, shipping mid-May.
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System5 Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Yukihiro Ogawa) is now accepting orders for the DZOFilm full-frame 1.5X hybrid anamorphic prime lens 'DZOFilm Arcana', which was announced on April 14, 2026. Shipping is scheduled to begin around mid-May.
Product Features
Key Features
- Significant evolution in both image quality and angle of view
- 2X class bokeh expression (waterfall bokeh)
- Natural flare expression thanks to the front cylindrical lens
Balancing Style and Image Quality
While the cinematic expression unique to anamorphic lenses is attractive, balancing it with image quality has traditionally been a challenge.
Arcana achieves this balance at a high level.
The innovative 1.5x hybrid anamorphic design creates the classic 2x waterfall bokeh and color-shifting horizontal streaking flares.
Ease of Use and Visual Expression with 1.5x Squeeze Ratio
With a 1.5x squeeze ratio, it is suitable for a wide range of users, from entry-level to professional cinema applications.
The beautiful bokeh equivalent to 2x realizes an immersive cinematic visual experience.
Enables more impressive and powerful visual expression exceeding 1.33x.
High sensor utilization efficiency smoothly accommodates cinemascope aspect ratios like 2:1 and 2.39:1 even during Open Gate shooting.
Solving the Challenges of Traditional 2x Anamorphic Lenses
Traditional 2x lenses faced challenges in terms of high price, weight, and operational costs.
Arcana achieves a breakthrough in both price and quality.
The lightweight and compact design reduces the burden on equipment, personnel, and budget.
Investment Efficiency and Ease of Introduction
Optimal for a wide range of users thanks to a new price range and a 3-lens set configuration.
Designed to be easily adopted by individual users, production studios, and rental businesses.
Key Specifications
- Full-frame compatible
- Squeeze ratio: 1.5x
- Minimum focusing distance: 0.48 - 0.78m
- Front diameter: 80mm
- Aperture blades: 14
- T2.1 (maximum aperture)
- Weight: 694 - 709g
- 12K compatible
- Focus rotation angle: 270 degrees
Click Here to Purchase
Arcana Single Lens (PL Mount)
32 / 45 / 75mm (Meter/Feet marking)
Our selling price: 196,680 yen (tax included)
Arcana 3-Lens Set (PL Mount)
32 / 45 / 75mm (Meter/Feet marking)
Our selling price: 518,650 yen (tax included)
About DZOFilm
DZOFilm is a cinema lens manufacturer based in Shenzhen, China. The brand name DZOFILM is an acronym derived from its predecessor company, 'Dongzheng Optics' ('D' for Dong, 'Z' for Zheng, 'O' for Optics). Pouring in the technology cultivated from industrial lenses, their cinema lenses achieve a balance of cost performance, texture, and image quality. They are steadily increasing their user base in Japan.
Call for Secondary Distributors
System5 Co., Ltd. is the authorized importer and distributor for DZOFilm products in Japan.
To further popularize the products domestically, we are recruiting secondary distributors to handle DZOFilm products. We provide business creation opportunities for companies engaged in the sale of video and audio equipment. Please feel free to contact us via the link below.
https://www.system5.jp/pages/businesscompany
About System5 Co., Ltd.
Founded in Nagoya in 1989, we are a broadcasting and professional video system integrator. Through the operation of 'SYSTEM5.jp', a portal site for video creators boasting top access numbers in the video industry, we provide various specialized services such as equipment sales and technical seminars.
Product Features
Key Features
- Significant evolution in both image quality and angle of view
- 2X class bokeh expression (waterfall bokeh)
- Natural flare expression thanks to the front cylindrical lens
Balancing Style and Image Quality
While the cinematic expression unique to anamorphic lenses is attractive, balancing it with image quality has traditionally been a challenge.
Arcana achieves this balance at a high level.
The innovative 1.5x hybrid anamorphic design creates the classic 2x waterfall bokeh and color-shifting horizontal streaking flares.
Ease of Use and Visual Expression with 1.5x Squeeze Ratio
With a 1.5x squeeze ratio, it is suitable for a wide range of users, from entry-level to professional cinema applications.
The beautiful bokeh equivalent to 2x realizes an immersive cinematic visual experience.
Enables more impressive and powerful visual expression exceeding 1.33x.
High sensor utilization efficiency smoothly accommodates cinemascope aspect ratios like 2:1 and 2.39:1 even during Open Gate shooting.
Solving the Challenges of Traditional 2x Anamorphic Lenses
Traditional 2x lenses faced challenges in terms of high price, weight, and operational costs.
Arcana achieves a breakthrough in both price and quality.
The lightweight and compact design reduces the burden on equipment, personnel, and budget.
Investment Efficiency and Ease of Introduction
Optimal for a wide range of users thanks to a new price range and a 3-lens set configuration.
Designed to be easily adopted by individual users, production studios, and rental businesses.
Key Specifications
- Full-frame compatible
- Squeeze ratio: 1.5x
- Minimum focusing distance: 0.48 - 0.78m
- Front diameter: 80mm
- Aperture blades: 14
- T2.1 (maximum aperture)
- Weight: 694 - 709g
- 12K compatible
- Focus rotation angle: 270 degrees
Click Here to Purchase
Arcana Single Lens (PL Mount)
32 / 45 / 75mm (Meter/Feet marking)
Our selling price: 196,680 yen (tax included)
Arcana 3-Lens Set (PL Mount)
32 / 45 / 75mm (Meter/Feet marking)
Our selling price: 518,650 yen (tax included)
About DZOFilm
DZOFilm is a cinema lens manufacturer based in Shenzhen, China. The brand name DZOFILM is an acronym derived from its predecessor company, 'Dongzheng Optics' ('D' for Dong, 'Z' for Zheng, 'O' for Optics). Pouring in the technology cultivated from industrial lenses, their cinema lenses achieve a balance of cost performance, texture, and image quality. They are steadily increasing their user base in Japan.
Call for Secondary Distributors
System5 Co., Ltd. is the authorized importer and distributor for DZOFilm products in Japan.
To further popularize the products domestically, we are recruiting secondary distributors to handle DZOFilm products. We provide business creation opportunities for companies engaged in the sale of video and audio equipment. Please feel free to contact us via the link below.
https://www.system5.jp/pages/businesscompany
About System5 Co., Ltd.
Founded in Nagoya in 1989, we are a broadcasting and professional video system integrator. Through the operation of 'SYSTEM5.jp', a portal site for video creators boasting top access numbers in the video industry, we provide various specialized services such as equipment sales and technical seminars.