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NiSi ATHENA PRIME 85mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (PL Mount)

BH #NI85T19PL • MFR #NIC-ATH-85PL
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NiSi ATHENA PRIME 85mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (PL Mount)
Key Features
  • Full Frame | T1.9 Maximum Aperture
  • Soft, Engaging Bokeh
  • 0.8 MOD Gears/300° Focus Rotation
  • Screw-In Rear Filter Mount
Capture high-quality longer images using a full-frame camera with an ARRI PL mount with this NiSi ATHENA PRIME 85mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens. This lens features soft bokeh, micro-contrast control, and low chromatic aberration to highlight image details without distortion. It has a 46mm image circle, a T1.9 maximum aperture for deep depth of view and an increased area of focus, an 80mm front outside diameter, and minimal focus breathing.
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NiSi ATHENA Prime Cine 85mm T1.9 Overview

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Cinematic Full-Frame Imaging
Capture high-quality longer images using a full-frame camera with an ARRI PL mount with this NiSi ATHENA PRIME 85mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens. This lens features soft bokeh, micro-contrast control, and low chromatic aberration to highlight image details without distortion. It has a 46mm image circle, a T1.9 maximum aperture for deep depth of view and an increased area of focus, an 80mm front outside diameter, and minimal focus breathing.
Rear Filter Mount
  • Designed with a rear screw-in filter mount.
  • Lets you place a filter between your camera sensor and lens body.
  • Saves the weight of a filter and frees up a space in a front matte box.
Cine-Style Capture
  • Produces soft, engaging bokeh.
  • 300° ring rotation for precise focusing.
  • Standard 0.8 MOD focus and aperture rings for use with follow focus systems.
  • Fluorescent focus marks in both feet and meters.

NiSi ATHENA Prime Cine 85mm T1.9 Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
85mm
Maximum Aperture
T1.9
Lens Mount
ARRI PL
Lens Format Coverage
Full Frame
Filter Thread
77 mm
Image Stabilization
No
Electronic Communication
No
Maximum Aperture
T1.9
Minimum Aperture
T22
Lens Mount
ARRI PL
Interchangeable Mount
No
Lens Format Coverage
Full Frame
Image Circle
46.0 mm
Angle of View
Full Frame
Horizontal: 24°
Diagonal: 28.6°
Focus Scales
Imperial, Metric
Filter Thread
77 mm
Minimum Focus Distance
From Unspecified Point in Lens: 31.5" / 0.8 m
Maximum Magnification Ratio
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Diaphragm Blades
10
Image Stabilization
No
Gear Standard
0.8 MOD / 32 Pitch
Gear Rotation
Focus: 300°
Electronic Communication
No
Diameter
Front: 3.1" / 80 mm
Length
3.2" / 81.3 mm
Weight
28.2 oz / 800 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.41 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.5 x 5 x 4.9"

NiSi ATHENA Prime Cine 85mm T1.9 Reviews

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What is the overall lens length?

What is the overall lens length?
Asked by: Mark
The NiSi ATHENA PRIME 85mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (E Mount) is 81.3mm/3.2" in length. We also added additional info below. Filter Size 77mm Front Diameter 80mm / 3.15" Length 81.3mm / 3.2" Weight 890g / 1.96lbs
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-12-21

What is the outside diameter for Matte Box? Not ...

What is the outside diameter for Matte Box? Not listed in specs
Asked by: Robert
The front measurement for the NiSi ATHENA PRIME 85mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (E Mount) is 80mm, which actually is listed on our site in the "Features at a Glance," section of the overview within the listing.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2023-11-25

Are the drop in filters included?

Are the drop in filters included?
Asked by: Samuel
Each lens only includes a clear drop in filter but does not include any ND or Black Mist filters. Those are purchased separately.
Answered by: NiSi Optics USA
Date published: 2024-05-22
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