Canon FD 17 mm f/4, converted by G.L Optics into a cine prime with PL mount and its original f/4 speed. It has a uniform 95 mm front diameter, 77 mm filter thread, and covers the full-frame 24 × 36 mm format.
The rehousing unifies focus and iris gear positions across the set and adds an iris with more blades for softer bokeh. The 180° focus rotation (wide-angle) allows precise focus pulls; the 95 mm front diameter matches standard matte box clamp-on adapters.
Ideal for
Why Canon FD GL Optics Rehouse 17 mm f/4 (PL)
- Canon FD character – Rendering close to Canon K35, with gentle contrast and warm color rendition.
- Uniform set – Same 95 mm front diameter and gear positions across the entire set.
- Full frame – Coverage of 24 × 36 mm format for large-format cameras.
- PL mount – Stainless steel PL mount for professional cine cameras.
Key specs
| Type | Cine prime lens (rehousing) |
|---|---|
| Focal lengths | 17 mm |
| Max. aperture | f/4 (original optics) |
| Coverage | Full frame (24 × 36 mm) |
| Bayonet | PL (stainless steel) |
| Front diameter | 95 mm |
Construction and rehousing
| Original optics | Canon FD 17 mm f/4 |
|---|---|
| Rehousing | G.L Optics |
| Filter thread | 77 mm |
| Focus rotation | 180° (wide-angle) |
