Optical Engineering for film and TV.PL Mount Lens conversions Spherical and Anamorphic
All our lens conversions are, wherever possible, based on the Vandiem
Van Diemen Films will service and repair lens from all manufacturers.
Lens Service
Do you have any queries or bespoke requests?
Please contact our
Optical Service Centre directly
+44 (0)1276 - 61222
Lens Conversions
Cooke, Leica, Nikon to PL or other mount
SLR Lens Modifications
De-clicking, focus gears, iris gears, 80mm fronts
Lens test Equipment
Design and crafting of Lens test equipment. Projectors, Collimators
Van Diemen Optics Information About
Who we are
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Christopher Smith - Managing Director Christopher has been involved in Film and Television since 1983. He has worked initially at Rank Taylor Hobson the division now known as Cooke Optics. This followed by a managerial position at Rank Film equipment responsible for the sale of Arri products. This was followed by a directorship at ICE Film in London the sales outlet for Aaton Cameras and other products. Christopher's own business then became his employment where the Factory in Leicestershire grew to employ in excess of 20 people at its height manufacturing hundred plus lenses per year as well as a range of camera accessories. Today the Van Diemen films continues to change quickly with the development of new products and systems in broadcast Television Christopher enjoys being involved in keeping pace with the requirements of such changes. |
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Edward Koehler - Production Support & Service Manager Having graduated from the Pennsylvania State University in 1998 with a BA degree in Film and Video Production, Eddie has over 20 years of experience in the field of film and video lens servicing and modification. Eddie joined the Van Diemen team in 2017 as Production Support & Service Manager. His skills are applied to the preparation of vintage lenses prior to conversion to suit the lens designer’s requirements as well as assisting with the flow of service work as required.
Nici Hills - Engraving Engineer/Office Manager Nici graduated from the University of Hull in 1991 with an honours degree in Mathematics. After working for over ten years in the publishing industry Nici then took a career break to concentrate on raising her family. She joined the Van Diemen team in 2015 and is now the primary Engraving Engineer whilst also running the office and managing the E commerce website. info@vandiemen.tv
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Ellen Smith - Company Secretary Ellen has many years of experience running the accounts at Van Diemen and other companies. Ellen is part time at Van Diemen but is generally contactable by e mail in case of need.
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