{"id":10641,"date":"2025-07-24T06:09:03","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T06:09:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thesica.in\/?p=10641"},"modified":"2025-07-25T10:47:34","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T10:47:34","slug":"new-optics-oval-iris-sica","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thesica.in\/ta\/new-optics-oval-iris-sica\/","title":{"rendered":"New Optics : Oval IRIS : SICA"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\ud83c\udfac SICA\u2013Cineom Ang\u00e9nieux Oval Iris Hands-On Seminar<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\ud83d\udccd Prasad Lab Theatre, Chennai<\/em>
\n\ud83d\udcc5 23rd July 2025<\/em><\/p>\n

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\u2705 Event Overview<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The Southern India Cinematographers’ Association (SICA), in collaboration with Cineom<\/strong>, hosted an exclusive hands-on seminar and technical demo<\/strong> featuring Ang\u00e9nieux\u2019s Oval Iris<\/strong> and their cutting-edge cinema optics technology.<\/p>\n

Renowned French lens manufacturer Ang\u00e9nieux<\/strong>, with a legacy of over 90 years<\/strong>, presented their Oval Iris Add-On system<\/strong> and new lens advancements. The event gave cinematographers direct access to test and explore the aesthetic and technical possibilities of these innovative tools.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udc64 Key Participants<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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  • From Ang\u00e9nieux:<\/strong>\n
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    • Beno\u00eet Brismontier<\/em> \u2013 Area Sales Manager, Cinema Optics<\/li>\n
    • Paolo Palmasi<\/em> \u2013 International Customer Service Manager<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
    • From Cineom:<\/strong>\n
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      • Santhosh<\/em><\/li>\n
      • Medhadeep<\/em><\/li>\n
      • Ravichandran<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
      • From SICA:<\/strong>\n
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        • Ilavarasu<\/em> \u2013 General Secretary<\/li>\n
        • A. Karthikraaja<\/em> \u2013 President<\/li>\n
        • Sakthi Saravanan<\/em> \u2013 Treasurer<\/li>\n
        • Executive Committee Members & Leading Cinematographers:\n
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          • MS Prabhu<\/em><\/li>\n
          • Lokanathan Srinivasan<\/em><\/li>\n
          • Gavemic U Ary<\/em><\/li>\n
          • Rajesh Yadhav<\/em><\/li>\n
          • Wide Angle Ravi Shankaran<\/em><\/li>\n
          • Naga Saravanan<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            \ud83d\udd0d Technical Highlights of Ang\u00e9nieux Oval Iris Add-On System<\/p>\n

            Lens Series:<\/p>\n

            Compatible with Ang\u00e9nieux Optimo Prime Series<\/p>\n

            Full-frame coverage up to Vista Vision<\/p>\n

            T-Stop Range:<\/p>\n

            Consistent T-stops for professional cine standards<\/p>\n

            Iris Options:<\/p>\n

            Users can choose different iris blades\/shapes for aesthetic flexibility<\/p>\n

            Options include Oval Iris and Triangle Iris for distinct bokeh effects<\/p>\n

            Iris and internal filters must be installed by lens technicians prior to the shoot<\/p>\n

            Design Advantages:<\/p>\n

            Unique bokeh characteristics replicating anamorphic-style ovals in a modular lens system<\/p>\n

            Adds emotional depth and visual texture to cinematic compositions<\/p>\n

            Maintains resolution and clarity across the frame<\/p>\n

            Modular design allows for future enhancements<\/p>\n

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            \ud83c\udfa8 Aesthetic Appeal<\/p>\n

            The Oval Iris produces a signature elliptical bokeh, echoing the look of classic anamorphic lenses while retaining the optical clarity of modern primes.<\/p>\n

            The Triangle Iris offers a creative, stylized aesthetic ideal for mood-driven or surreal sequences.<\/p>\n

            These iris options provide directors and cinematographers a way to infuse character into the image straight from the lens.<\/p>\n

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            \ud83c\udfa5 Live Demo & Feedback<\/p>\n

            The Cineom team showcased various iris modules, explaining the selection and setup process in detail.<\/p>\n

            Senior Cinematographer R.D. Rajasekar praised:<\/p>\n

            The sharpness and clarity of the lens rendering<\/p>\n

            The expressive potential of the Oval Iris<\/p>\n

            Interest in exploring these lenses in upcoming projectsCinematographers S.R. Kathir and V. Ekambaram also reviewed the lenses hands-on and showed strong intent to adopt them for future films.<\/p>\n

            \ud83d\udd2e Future Trends Discussed<\/p>\n

            Rising demand for expressive optics with vintage character and modern reliability<\/p>\n

            Increased interest in modular lens systems that allow customization and upgradeability<\/p>\n

            Practical application of optical bokeh shaping for in-camera storytelling enhancement<\/p>\n

            Use of full-frame coverage lenses to meet the growing shift toward large-format digital cinematography<\/p>\n

            \ud83c\udfc1 Conclusion<\/p>\n

            The event marked an important milestone in SICA\u2019s mission to keep Indian cinematographers ahead in technology and craft. The Ang\u00e9nieux Oval Iris Add-On system, through its engineering depth and aesthetic innovation, is poised to influence the visual language of contemporary cinema.<\/p>\n