Atlas Lens Co. Email Format
Movies, Videos and SoundCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Atlas Lens Co. is a cinema lens manufacturer based in Burbank, California, founded in 2016 by designer Forrest Schultz and cinematographer Dan Kanes. The company focuses on producing anamorphic lenses that aim to be optically pleasing and mechanically robust, with a mission to democratize anamorphic cinema by making high-performance tools accessible to a broad range of image-makers. Its products are designed to deliver vintage aesthetics within modern mechanical systems, aligning with the needs of contemporary cinematographers seeking distinctive visual character without compromising reliability. Atlas Lens Co. operates within the movies, videos and sound industry, targeting professional and hobbyist filmmakers who want versatile, high-quality anamorphic options. The firm emphasizes affordable, high-performance tools that support creative work and personal expression, expanding access to wider sensor coverage and evolving lens series as part of its product development. The company is headquartered in Burbank and has grown its staff to the range typical of a specialized manufacturer in this sector, continuing to release and expand its Orion and Mercury lines through industry events and product launches.