There is a new Kickstarter project for a Panomicron Bismuth 1.5x anamorphic lens for Leica M-mount:
- 50mm f/2.8, Elcan (Sonnar) derivative design
- Anamorphic Squeeze Ratio of 1.45-1.6x (avg. 1.55x over 1m)
- f/2.8 – f/22, de-click-able aperture
- infinity – 0.7m focusing range
- Leica M Mount
- Rangefinder Coupled
- 52mm front filter threads
- 67mm length from mount, 74mm total
- 7 elements in 7 groups, 1 anomalous partial dispersion lens
- Multicoated for the visible spectrum
- 36x24mm coverage, may cover beyond
- The prices start at around $2,000
The Panomicron Bismuth is a Kickstarter project for a 50mm f/2.8 1.5x anamorphic lens, notably the first of its kind to be rangefinder-coupled for Leica M-mount cameras. Created by designer Oscar Oweson as an experimental, artisanal product, the campaign is seeking $100,536 to fund its production. This lens is designed to bring the characteristic widescreen, 1.5x squeeze, and oval bokeh of cinematic anamorphic optics to M-mount photography. If the all-or-nothing campaign is successful, backers who pledged approximately 1600 CHF (~$2,000 USD) for a lens can expect delivery around June or July 2026.
Check the Kickstarter page for additional information. Here are a few other successfully funded Kickstarter projects that are still available as late pledges:
