The 2x anamorphic squeeze is the classic cinema format: it delivers pronounced oval bokeh and a stretched sense of space that you don’t always get from 1.3x and 1.5x anamorphic or spherical lenses.

By compressing the image horizontally and then expanding it in post, 2x anamorphics create heightened depth, scale, and presence – faces, sets, and landscapes feel more “cinematic” and less like television.

Horizon Anamorphics embrace this true 2x geometry, giving filmmakers an immediately recognizable anamorphic signature while remaining precise and controlled.

Horizon Anamorphics are fully compatible with industry standard lens control systems from ARRI and Preston. Focus pullers can work exactly as they’re used to with their existing hand units and workflows – no new techniques, no relearning – gaining a cleaner build and higher efficiency without changing their craft.

The integrated motors and clean housing simplify the rigging process and eliminate the need to movie or re-calibrate external motors. This speeds up lens changes, saves valuable shoot time, helping keep tight schedules on track, achieving all planned shots as per the daily shot list.

The dual displays and touch panels give instant visual feedback and direct control of live focus and iris values, enabling very fast adjustments. This is especially useful for quick focus checks or when the 1st AC / focus puller is not at the monitor, allowing swift, accurate changes in both prep and shooting environments.