Thanks to Manit Monsur & Tito Ferradans for the various images above.

For best results, use CineMorph on medium to tight focal lengths (50mm and longer) with fast apertures between f/0.95 and f/2.8 - what we call “anamorphic-friendly SLR lenses.”
Reliable examples include the Helios 58mm f/2, Jupiter or Nikon 85mm f/2, and classic 50mm–55mm f/1.4 primes.

These lenses are sharp, affordable, and fun to use with or without anamorphic filters.
Our Flare-Streak filters work with most lenses over 20mm and don't have the same limitations. Find it HERE.

ALSO AVAILABLE IN OUR NEW PRO-LINE MARK II FILTER FRAME HERE!!!

What is the Glass-less Version?

Our Glass-less CineMorph works exactly like the glass version; the anamorphic effects are identical (oval bokeh + streak flares).
Many users already remove the glass to reduce reflections and ghosting, especially when stacking other filters such as ND, variable ND/faders, diopters, or polarizers. The Glass-less option saves you the extra step and saves you a few bucks!

About Larger Filter Sizes

77mm and 82mm CineMorph filters are not recommended for smaller-front lenses.
Use a 58 mm CineMorph with a step ring instead for better results.
Only a small number of lenses can properly use 77mm or 82mm CineMorph filters due to focal-length and aperture limits.
However, 77mm and 82mm Flare-Streak filters (without the Oval Bokeh Component) work well on most lenses over 20mm and do not have these restrictions.

To give even more of an anamorphic effect when using our CineMorph filters, please consider the following post-editing effects.

Apply a 4 or 5% vertical stretch; this helps to create even more of a CinemaScope look.
Apply a slight outward lens distortion or bowing effect; this is a true characteristic of real Anamorphic/CinemaScope optics. This is an easy effect to apply to each clip in Davinci Resolve using the Lens Correction slider in the video clip settings.

Apply a 2.40:1 (or any ratio of your choosing) LetterBox mask. Be sure to film with the post aspect ratio in mind.

Why Choose CineMorph Over a Real Anamorphic Lens?

The CineMorph Filter delivers the essential anamorphic look; oval “waterfall” bokeh, horizontal streaks, and stylized flares without the heavy rigging, dual-focusing, or high cost of true anamorphic lenses. It’s a fast, flexible “anamorfake” approach designed for standard SLR or cinema lenses.

Natural 16:9 Workflow

The CineMorph Filters do not squeeze the image, so you can shoot normally in 16:9 and crop to your preferred aspect ratio in post. Despite being a filter, the CineMorph Filters have even fooled seasoned anamorphic shooters & world-renowned cinematographers in side-by-side tests.

Optical Quality & Alignment

Mounted in a smooth rotating filter frame for easy streak alignment
Uses sharp optical glass (or Glass-less plate) that does not soften the center image
Glass can be removed if needed

Recommended Lenses & Shooting Tips

Aperture: f/0.95 – f/2.8 (ideal to shoot wide open)
Lens Type: Prime lenses with smaller front diameters

The CineMorph Filter supports true focus-pulling and rack focus, something that’s difficult or impossible with many traditional anamorphic projection setups that require dual focusing.

Filter Stacking

All CineMorph filters include matching front + rear threads, so you can stack:

ND / Variable ND
Polarizers
Diopters
Wide-angle converters (for a broader field of view)

Some zoom lenses can work with CineMorph, but only if they have smaller front elements. For example, a Canon 70–200 mm on a full-frame sensor will not work at focal lengths below 150mm because the front element is too large to properly shoot through the CineMorph bokeh mask.

See our CineMorph Mod Filter for the Canon-mount Sigma 18–35 mm f/1.8 HERE.

As with true anamorphic setups, CineMorph performs best on older SLR lenses; Canon, Nikon, and M42-mount Russian or Japanese primes with 49mm to 62mm front diameters. Classic lenses like the 50mm f/1.8, 58mm f/2, 85mm f/2, 100mm f/2.8, and 135mm f/2.8 produce excellent results. These vintage primes are sharp, well-built, fun to use, and typically far more affordable than modern equivalents.

FAQs

Q: Do you offer a Flare-only filter without the oval anamorphic bokeh?

A: Yes. Check out our dedicated Flare / Streak Filter, which gives you streak flares without the oval bokeh effect. Available HERE!

Q: What lenses work best with the CineMorph?

A: We recommend classic manual-focus lenses such as:

Nikon AI & E-Series: 85mm f/2, 100mm f/2.8, 135mm
Helios 58mm f/2
Jupiter 85mm f/2
Tair 135mm f/2.8
Takumar 55mm f/1.8
Canon FD Primes

Use the proper adapter for your camera system (e.g., Nikon → EOS, FD → EOS, M42 → Sony E, etc.). These adapters are inexpensive and easy to find on Amazon, eBay, or most camera stores.

Note: On wider focal lengths (especially with crop sensors), flare/streak lines appear shorter in the frame. This is normal.