Panavision’s SVP of Optical Engineering and Lens Strategy Dan Sasaki speaks with the co-directors André Abdala and Salomão Abdala to break down the lensing approach behind their F1 racing film "2DIE4." From modern large-format optics to vintage glass and custom anamorphic innovation, the conversation explores how different lenses were used to shape tone, emotion, and perspective throughout the film. Optics discussed: 00:00 - Introduction to 2DIE4 00:21 - Panaspeed 01:51 - H Series 05:45 - System 65 10:43 - Primo Zoom 12:10 - Anamorphic Prototype #Cinematography #LensDesign #Filmmaking #Panavision #CloseFocus #Anamorphic #FilmTech #DP #LargeFormat #FilmLenses #BehindTheScenes