Multiturret announces three new Vertigo lens turrets

“Like a trio of vintage triplets bitten by radioactive spiders,” starts the email, “the New Vertigo S, E and M2 are classics bestowed with modern super-powers.”

Okay, you got our attention. But, to be honest you had our attention even before we got to the Spider-Man reference.

The long and the short of it is that, following the successful 2023 crowd-funding campaign and launch of the Vertigo-M, Multiturret has announced three new Vertigo models:

-The Vertigo E (electronic) adds electronic control of most EF lenses from supported Sony cameras. 

-The Vertigo S (Sigma-compatible)  also adds Sony’s face-tracking AF when used with Sigma EF Art lenses

-The Vertigo M2 (manual) which allows for a future upgrade to E or S model. 

Aimed at Sony cinema camera users, all models of Vertigo support up to three EF mount lenses in a weather-sealed housing and fit Burano, FX6, FX9, Venice and FS7Mk2 cameras.

All three models are available with a 30% discount until April 19, delivering in August. That means prices currently start at $1862, which is definitely on the bargain side. The Vertigo M2 ships in July. 

“There’s probably an EF lens within fifty feet of you right now.  They’re among the most popular lenses on the planet and hold great value for fast, full frame coverage and a with a wide range of looks like swing-tilts, and vintage glass.  The Vertigo S and E now give us access and control  to over 80 million electronic EF lenses suitable for use on a Vertigo,” says inventor Ian Kerr csc

“The Vertigo S also provides Sigma Art lens owners an exciting way to use that beautiful EF glass for fast moving production where you want a thin depth of field and low-light performance with the convenience of auto focus.  Now paired with the Vertigo S you can use that same glass to cover 14mm, 35mm and 85mm or other combinations, swinging between lenses without stopping the roll.”