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Canon K-35 MkIII 55mm T1.3

Summary

Developed as part of a research program jointly carried out by Canon Inc. and Cinema Products Corporation, in cooperation with the Research Center of the Association of Motion Picture and Television Producers, the Canon high speed aspheric lenses were especially designed to meet the critical tolerances required for professional 35mm cinematography.

Tech Specs

Manufacturer Canon
Series K-35
Model MkIII
Focal Length 55mm
Max Aperture T1.3
Min Aperture T16
Format Full Frame
Image Circle 43mm
Minimum Focus 18 in.
Focus Rotation 300
Iris Blades 15
Optical Design -
Squeeze none
Front Diameter 95mm
Filter Thread -
Focus/Zoom Rod none
Native Mount BNCR, PL
Data Protocol none
Length 2.8 in.
Weight 1134g
Body Telescope none
Body Material Aluminum
Focus Drive Manual
Iris Drive Manual
Zoom Drive n/a

History

Country of Origin:
Release Date: 1981
Launch Price:
Design Revisions:

Service

This section restricted to Duclos Staff users.

Service Manual: Disassembly/Re-assembly

Full CLA: 7-8 hrs.
spray threads: + 1 hr.
excessive cleaning: 9 hrs.
repaint FE (Keslow only): + 1 hr.
install PL mount: + 4 hrs.
24mm: 2 hrs.
install new keys: TBD

Accessories:
BNCR - PL conversion: see notes
TLS PL mounts BNCR mounts in black aluminum will require modification along with the PL mount. BNCR in stainless steel (series 3) do not need modification. check compatibility with TLS before ordering.
Install iris gear (aluminum): See QB to confirm pricing.
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Notes

Media