Hybrid Optical Architecture

At the core of the SC/XLC design is a proprietary hybrid configuration: a precisely balanced spherical and cylindrical counter-astigmatiser lens element system. This architecture minimizes lateral chromatic aberration while preserving a naturalistic anamorphic field. The result is an image with smooth falloff, controlled distortion, rich dimensionality, and minimal color fringing—ideal for conveying emotion with cinematic depth.

Colour Science & Consistency

All Chameleon SC and XC lenses are meticulously color-matched across the set to ensure uniform rendering. This enables seamless intercutting and consistent tonal quality across focal lengths. Brian Caldwell meticulous works on specifying coatings , with a element of artistry to his sceincetific approach, his skill which is very rare in the field of optical design and shows in one of the finest optical lenses of its kind on the market to date.
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Precision Construction

• Focus Scaling: Every distance mark is individually engraved and calibrated on both sides of the focus barrel.
• Gear Interface: Standardized 0.8 MOD gears for both focus and iris, compatible with all major follow-focus and remote lens control systems.
• Mounting Options: Available in PL and LPL mount configurations, engineered to maintain optical alignment under high-load use.
  
  

Reliability and Environmental Resilience

Designed with operational longevity in mind, all Caldwell anamorphic lenses feature a hardened anodized finish, with custom finish options available. Engineered to meet the demands of field production, the external housing resists abrasion, thermal shifts, and environmental wear.

Commissioned

Working with specialist clients worldwide with one-off custom lenses and fabrications, with current commissions featuring unique internal and external finishes and optical changes to our client requests.