How do Panavision C-Series compare to G-Series in cost?

[Reuel Gomez]

In a hypothetical set of a 40mm, 50mm, 60mm, 75mm, and 100mm, what would be the difference in cost between the Panavision C- and G-Series anamorphic primes? I would assume the G-Series would be more expensive due to them being more recent, but then again, aren't the C-Series rented out more often?

[Brian Drysdale]

Hard to tell, since there has been inflation and no one outside Panavision knows how much it cost to develop and manufacture both batches of lenses. I'd assume the G cost more because of higher correction etc. but they didn't have computers to assist on the C series.

Edited August 14, 2013 by Brian Drysdale

[Reuel Gomez]

Hard to tell, since there has been inflation and no one outside Panavision knows how much it cost to develop and manufacture both batches of lenses. I'd assume the G cost more because of higher correction etc. but they didn't have computers to assist on the C series.

Wow, I really need to start elaborating and stop being so vague. I was actually referring to the cost of renting them. Sorry.

[David Mullen ASC]

G-series would cost more.