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Key Features
- Covers Full-Frame Format
- PL Mount
- T2.1 to T22 Aperture Range
- Geared Focus and Iris Control Rings
Building on the success of the well-regarded CP.2 lenses, ZEISS's CP.3 Compact Prime Lenses offer the same full-frame sensor coverage and classic ZEISS look in an updated form factor and with improved mechanics and lens coatings. This 35mm Compact Prime lens is derived from the same classic optical formula as the preceding CP.2 variant and shares the same physical length as the 15, 18, 21, 25, 28, 50, and 85mm CP.3 lenses while maintaining identical focus and iris gear positioning with the entire set of CP.3 lenses, relative to the mount. All CP.3 lenses also share the same 95mm front diameter. Similar physical attributes across the lens line makes fitting lens accessories such as matte boxes, follow focuses, lens supports, and lens control motors easier and less time consuming.
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If using a super 35mm sensor with this full frame ...
If using a super 35mm sensor with this full frame lens, would one need to use the crop factor of 1.5 to determine the equivalent field of view?
Yes you would. To take it a step further all lenses are listed by their physical focal length and from there the crop factor needs to be taken in to account. Even lenses that only cover a Super 35mm sensor will be subject to a crop factor. Any lens, regardless of it is covers Super 35mm or Full Frame, will need to have the 1.5x crop factor added.
Date published: 2022-09-23
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Why are the CP2's more expensive than the cp3's? What are they offering that is better?
The CP3 are a huge leap forward in lens design. The basic improvements are they are more compact than the CP2'2 with 95mm fronts rather than 114mm. This in an age of smaller cameras and remote focus controls, this makes great sense. However, amazingly, in spite of being smaller, they still cover full frame. 15mm in Super35 is great but 15mm in full frame is fantastic. The CP3's, like the CP2's, are mount agnostic and in another significant step, are 8K ready. However, the huge step is achieved with the PL mount with eXtended Data option. With the help of an app, you can custom configure the lens's look by manipulating the lens metadata. This is a huge leap for professionals who are always searching for that new look. Now, not only can you correct lens aberrations, but you can add/decrease distortion, increase/decrease vignetting and otherwise amplify the look to your liking. With this incredible feature, I know Hollywood DP's will be lining up around the block to try it out.
Date published: 2024-02-19
What’s the image stabilization like on these ...
What’s the image stabilization like on these lenses? Is it harder to maintain a smooth shot in comparison to some other 35’s?
The Carl Zeiss CP.3 cinema lenses have no stabilization whatsoever.
Date published: 2023-10-30
Does this lens have a filter thread so that don't ...
Does this lens have a filter thread so that don't need a matte box?
Like all cine style lenses, the ZEISS CP.3 lenses do not incorporate filter threads. A matte box and cut filters are the most common accessories used.
Date published: 2021-08-23
Will this lens transmit information required for ...
Will this lens transmit information required for auto-focus, auto iris, stabilization and distance/f-stop info in viewfinder?
The ZEISS CP.3 XD lenses transmit lens data using the Cooke /iTechnology protocol. When used with the E mount version, the data can be captured through the side port on the lens and recorded on the Ambient Master Lockit Plus. For more information on the ZEISS eXtended Data technology, visit: https://www.zeiss.com/consumer-products/int/cinematography/content/extended-data.html
Date published: 2020-08-27
Does this lens send metadata to bmpcc 4k?
Does this lens send metadata to bmpcc 4k?
The ZEISS CP.3 XD lenses transfer meta data using the Cooke /i Technology protocol. This is available only on select cameras using a PL mount. The BMPCC with MFT mount does not support the /i Technology protocol and neither does the standard ZEISS CP.3 EF mount lens. You could use the BM Ursa Mini Pro with PL mount along with the ZEISS CP.3 XD PL and then there would be a meta data exchange.
Date published: 2022-09-23
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How does this perform in terms of CA levels and purple fringing at all aperture settings?
It is our understanding that the optical properties of the CP.2 and CP.3 lenses are very similar. There were reports of some CA with the CP.2 lenses. Being that these are Zeiss, we doubt that this really is something that the cinematographer will be concerned about let alone his audience. CA is dependent on lighting, focus and aperture as well. We would encourage you to rent and test before you buy to make sure these lenses are for you.
Date published: 2018-08-27
Will this work with the FX3?
Will this work with the FX3?
Yes, the ZEISS CP.3 35mm T2.1 Compact Prime Lens (Sony E Mount, Feet) is compatible with the Sony FX3.
Date published: 2022-10-20