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Digital film and video cameras, as well as film cameras with image sensors in the classic “Super 35” cinema film format (approximately APS-C) and 35 mm full format (about 35 mm) or larger, Zeiss offers its “Supreme Prime” family of lenses, which include 13 fast fixed focal lengths from 18mm to 200mm. With the new Zeiss Supreme Prime 15mm T1.8, Zeiss is now completing its family of proven high-end cine lenses.
With the Zeiss Supreme Prime 15mm T1.8, Zeiss is introducing its latest cine lens, completing the successful “Supreme Prime” family, which is known for the highest quality, low weight, and versatile look. With its 14-part high-end film lens series from 15mm to 200mm and a maximum aperture of T1.5 to T2.2, Zeiss covers a focal length spectrum that is in demand by filmmakers from all over the world.
The new 15mm lens complements the range with an extremely wide-angle and a maximum aperture of T1.8. The Zeiss Supreme Primes cover a wide range of camera sensors. Due to their wide compatibility with current camera models such as the Sony Venice, the ARRI Alexa (Mini) LF, or the RED Monstro and their high-quality workmanship and robust construction, Supreme Primes can be used flexibly in a wide variety of situations.
Price and availability
The new Zeiss Supreme Prime 15mm T1.8 lens can be pre-ordered now via Bhphotovideo.com for $31,625 and will be delivered in June 2022.
Supreme Prime 15mm T1.8 specifications
- Focal Length: 18mm
- Lens Mount: ARRI PL
- Lens Format Coverage: Full Frame
- Image Circle: 46.3 mm
- Maximum Aperture: T1.8
- Minimum Aperture: T22
- Horizontal Angle of View: Full Frame – 98.8° / Super35 – 77.9°
- Minimum Focus Distance: From Image Plane – 35.6 cm
- Gear MOD & Pitch: Focus – 0.8 MOD / 32 Pitch; Iris – 0.8 MOD / 32 Pitch
- Front Diameter: 114 mm
- Focus Scales: Imperial
- Focus Rotation: 300°
- Electronic Communication: Yes
- Image Stabilization: No
- Connectivity: 1 x LEMO 4-Pin (Cooke /i Technology Lens Data / ZEISS eXtended Lens Data) Data
- Lens Support: Foot with 3/8″-16 Mounting Thread
- Length: 149 mm
- Weight: 4.94 lb / 2.24 kg
Recently, Meike has introduced the 105mm T2.1 FF Prime Cine Lens (approx. $998 on Bhphotovideo). The lens complements a series of T2.1 aperture film production optics that includes 24mm T2.1, 35mm T2.1, 50mm T2.1, and 85mm T2.1 lenses. The 105mm T2.1 lens weighs 1.1kg and is available in PL, Canon EF, Canon RF, Sony E, and Leica L mounts.
