Kern-Paillard Switar 1:1.8 f=16mm AR C-Mount Cine Lens
• Serial Number: 309946
• Made in Switzerland
• Key Specs: 16mm focal length, f/1.8 maximum aperture, C-mount
• Type: AR / standard (Non-RX) version for non-reflex Bolex H16 and general C-mount cameras
• Features: Visifocus depth-of-field scale, manual focus, multi-element coated optics, standard C-mount
This is a classic moderately wide-angle 16mm cine lens from Kern-Paillard, known for solid performance and the smooth “Switar” character. It performs best on non-reflex Bolex H16 cameras (or other standard C-mount bodies). It can be used on Reflex (RX) models but may require stopping down slightly for optimal results due to the prism in the light path.