TLS is preparing to unveil its upcoming rehoused Nikon AI/AI-S lens series at Cine Gear Expo, bringing a legendary stills photography optic into a modern cinema-ready housing. Designed for filmmakers seeking character, reliability, and usability on set, the TLS rehoused Nikon AI/AI-S range combines vintage optical personality with the precision engineering and ergonomics demanded by today’s productions.

Long admired for their organic rendering and cinematic feel, the Nikon AI/AI-S optics are known for natural skin tones, gentle contrast and controlled flare, low chromatic aberrations, and minimal focus fall-off. Combined with smooth focus transitions and a timeless cinematic texture, the lenses deliver a balanced, atmospheric image that continues to appeal to cinematographers across a wide range of productions.

Built for modern production workflows

The TLS rehoused Nikon AI/AI-S series has been engineered with consistency and usability at its core. The 11-lens set will cover focal lengths from 15mm to 135mm, with fast apertures ranging from T1.3 to T3.9, offering filmmakers a versatile toolkit for modern productions.

Carefully rehoused by TLS for contemporary filmmaking workflows, the series features enhanced focus mechanics, and robust cinema-ready construction, making the lenses equally suited to handheld, studio, and gimbal operation alike.

Why Filmmakers Will Love Them

• Full-frame plus coverage for compatibility with modern cameras
• Precision PL/LPL mounts for seamless integration into professional workflows
• Improved close focus for greater shooting flexibility and detail capture
• Lightweight housing design for easier handheld and gimbal operation
• Gentle contrast and controlled flare for a natural cinematic look
• Soft cinematic character wide open, with sharper detail when stopped down for added versatility

Availability

Rehousing services are scheduled to launch in late summer, with full details to be announced soon. However, pre-orders are now officially open for customers looking to secure an early place ahead of release.

To find out more or secure your pre-order today, contact: sales@truelens.co.uk