Introducing Vega65 from TLS

Posted on Feb 13, 2026 by Admin

Designed by TLS, built without compromise

Celebrating its 25th anniversary this March, TLS is a company that needs little introduction within the industry. Over the past two and a half decades it has become known as the go-to UK destination for lens rehousing, servicing and repairs, all carried out by a talented team of experts with an exceptional talent for breathing new life into vintage optics and restoring cherished glass to optimal condition.

In 2026, TLS enters an exciting new chapter, moving from preserving cinema history into shaping its future with the creation of its very own range of cine lenses. Combining the precision and modern mechanics that the company is known for with optics inspired by the vintage look that DOPs love, the Vega65 offers a character-driven format designed for the demands of production.

The roots of the Vega65 date back to 2017 – and TLS’ original Vega lens – which was born out of years of rehousing experience and countless conversations with filmmakers. The big idea was to achieve modern sensor performance with character, consistency and mechanical precision. The Vega65 only grows on that earlier philosophy.

Fully designed, conceived, engineered and built in-house by the TLS team, the Vega65 is a complete lens system that comprises nine focal lengths from 24mm to 165mm. Built around a large format optical design, light moves efficiently and cleanly through the lens, delivering true 65mm sensor coverage for the latest generation of large format cameras, such as the Fujifilm ETERNA and ALEXA 265. Every focal length is engineered to maintain consistent image characteristics, giving you visual continuity across the full set.

The result is controlled depth and separation, with smooth fall-off and a cinematic sense of scale that remains consistent from lens to lens. Fast apertures give cinematographers confidence in low-light environments, while preserving precise contrast and controlled depth across the frame.

The Vega65 also boasts exceptional close-focus performance that transforms proximity into a creative tool, allowing filmmakers to work closer to the subject without sacrificing optical integrity or character. From wide establishing shots to intimate details, the Vega65 offers reliable performance and matched character, frame after frame.

The lens is designed to remain compact and well balanced for a 65-format lens system, with an emphasis on practical handling and agility on set, while its mechanical design prioritises practicality and reliability across a wide range of shooting configurations. It’s also been designed as a long-term investment for filmmakers: existing Vega FF sets can be upgraded to a Vega65 using a dedicated upgrade kit, while Vega65 lenses can also be converted back to full-frame.

This modular approach allows filmmakers and rental houses to invest with confidence – supporting current production needs while remaining future-ready as larger format cameras become more widely available.

Built to TLS’s exacting standards, every Vega65 is marked by the brand’s star, its signature of design integrity, engineering excellence and, crucially, confidence in performance when it matters most.