NiSi ATHENA PRIME Rewind Full Frame Cinema Lens Kit with 5 Lenses (14mm, 25mm, 35mm, 50mm, 85mm) and Hard Case (PL Mount)

One Lens. Two Cinematic Personalities

The Rewind delivers a film-inspired vintage character wide open, then transforms into a clean, modern cinema lens when stopped down, giving filmmakers two distinct looks from one lens set.

Vintage Character with Modern Control

Through deliberate optical design, the Rewind simulates film-era lens characteristics, including amplified aberrations, reduced resolution at wide apertures, and enhanced softness for an authentic vintage look without relying on actual old glass.

Adjustable Stylisation via Aperture

Vintage character is strongest at T1.9, progressively diminishes through T2.8 (a balanced sweet spot), and by T5.6-T8, the lens behaves close to a modern cinema lens, providing a creative “dial” for cinematographers.

Distinctive Bubble Bokeh

At wide apertures, the Rewind produces signature bubble bokeh with bright edges and darker centres in out-of-focus highlights, most pronounced on the 35mm and 50mm, and controllable as it fades by approximately T4.0.

Warm, Expressive Flares

Flare intensity is significantly increased over the standard Athena Prime with a warm color tone, adding cinematic character to backlit scenes and practical lighting setups.

Color Consistent with Standard Athena Prime

The Rewind’s color rendering closely matches the standard Athena Prime, making it easy to intercut or mix both lens sets on set without post-production color correction.

Comprehensive 5-Lens Focal Range

Full-frame coverage from 14mm ultra-wide to 85mm portrait, with a 46mm imaging circle supporting all full-frame cinema cameras and larger format sensors.

300° Focus Ring with Fluorescent Scales

Precision focus pulls are made easy with 300 degrees of rotation and fluorescent focal markings for visibility in low-light shooting environments.

Matched Weight and Size Across All Lenses

Seamless lens swapping without the need for gimbal rebalancing, rig adjustment, or matte box reconfiguration, saving valuable time on set.

Rear Filter Mount for Creative Flexibility

Built-in rear filter slot allows for quick gel and filter changes without disturbing the front of the lens, maintaining a streamlined workflow.

Minimal Focus Breathing

Ensures a consistent field of view during focus adjustments, critical for cinematic pull-focus work and professional video production.

Retained Barrel Distortion for Organic Feel

All Rewind lenses preserve barrel distortion, contributing to the organic, analogue character that distinguishes them from clinically corrected modern optics.