3D Printing Technology in the Film Adaptation of Manual Lenses

Abstract

This paper systematically reviews the latest domestic and international research achievements, providing a comprehensive exposition of the research progress in 3D printing technology for the cinematic conversion of manual lenses. The study begins by analyzing the fundamental differences between professional cinema lenses and traditional photographic lenses from the perspective of cinematic requirements. Subsequently, adopting an interdisciplinary approach integrating materials science, mechanical engineering, and optical engineering, it thoroughly examines the core principles and implementation pathways of 3D printing conversion technology. Through a comparative analysis of twelve mainstream commercial conversion solutions, a complete technical evaluation system is established. Finally, four key breakthrough directions are proposed to address existing technical bottlenecks. This research fills a critical gap in systematic literature reviews within this field. The findings demonstrate that 3D printing technology can reduce the manufacturing cost of professional cinema lenses by over 85% while maintaining more than 90% of performance metrics, demonstrating significant economic benefits and practical value.