Steven Manios Sr., Optical Wizard in Hollywood, Dies at 82
Steve Manios Sr. At Century Precision Optics, he developed devices used for 'Star Wars,' 'Hawaii Five-O' and 'Endless Summer.' Steven Manios Sr., the former owner and president of Century Precision Optics who developed wide-angle and telephoto lenses for film and television production, died Sunday from COVID-19 complications, his family announced. He was 82. During his five decades in Hollywood, Manios was awarded several U.S. patents and earned the patronage of many top cinematographers and rental houses. His work in adapting the Canon 150-600 zoom lens for professional use brought Century P...
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