Revar Cine
138mm Kaleidoscope-9
This has a non-standard ring height. Please Check out the Atlas 114–138mm Diopter Holder .
Description +
The Revar Cine 138mm Kaleidoscope-9 Special Effects Filter transforms a single subject into a repeating composition, entirely in-camera. Its faceted optical glass repeats the central image around the frame, creating a distinctive kaleidoscopic effect for music videos, portraits, fashion films, and experimental cinematography.
Explore different patterns by rotating the filter, changing your framing, or moving the camera. The visible effect varies with focal length, aperture, subject distance, and filter placement, giving you creative control while viewing the result directly through your camera.
Specs +
- Product: Revar Cine Kaleidoscope-9
- Filter Type: Optical special effects filter
- Filter Diameter: 138mm
- Optical Design: Faceted glass for kaleidoscopic image repetition
- Mounting Format: Mounted round filter
- Holder Requirements: Must accommodate the filter’s non-standard ring height
- SKU: RC-138K9
Key Features +
- Kaleidoscopic Image Repetition: Repeats your subject around a central image for layered, geometric compositions.
- In-Camera Optical Effect: Evaluate the result directly through your camera while adjusting lighting and framing.
- Faceted Optical Glass: Refracts light to create multiple views within the same frame.
- Creative Control: Explore different patterns through filter rotation, placement, and camera movement.
- 138mm Mounting Format: Fits compatible holders with sufficient clearance for its non-standard ring height.
Compatibility +
Compatibility Issues:
- Non-Standard 7mm Ring Height. Standard 138mm rings are 6.3mm.
- NOT compatible with 4x5.65/138mm Rota-Tray
- NOT compatible with 4x5.65 Double Tray, Triple tray or other diopter trays.
- Glass thickness is greater than 4mm. Is not compatible with standard filter rings.
Compatible Holders:
- Atlas 114-138mm Holder
- ND9eu Clamp Holder
- Arri K2.52204.0
- Bright Tangerine B1250.1001
- Gaff tape
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This has a non-standard ring height. Please Check out the Atlas 114–138mm Diopter Holder .
This has a non-standard ring height. Please Check out the Atlas 114–138mm Diopter Holder .
Get the highlights
Explore repeating compositions through framing, rotation, and camera movement. The Kaleidoscope-9 creates multiple views of your subject across the frame, with the result changing as you adjust your lens, aperture, and filter placement.
Image duplication with a sharp center image projected multiple times across the frame.
Get creative and move the camera to get dynamic shots with unique appeal.
Vintage effect originally popular in the 1970’s and 80’s–now available for modern cinema cameras.
Forget about post with dynamic light refractions that can’t be easily duplicated in post.
Precision glass allows for use of wide angle lenses for maximum compatibility.
Compatible with matte box or clamp-on 138mm filter holders that accept a +3 diopter.
Frequently Asked Questions
This specialty filter is heavy. We recommend the vocas 5-Axis Diopter Holder or the Atlas 138mm-114mm Clamp Holder.
We recommend the Vocas 5-Axis Diopter Holder with geared spinning stage. It is possible to rotate the filter manually using a matte box manufacturer rear 138mm donut or handheld. Due to the creative nature of this filter, many choose to hand hold it.
We offer only 138mm professional size.
