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NiSi ATHENA PRIME 35mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (L Mount, Drop-In Filter)

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NiSi ATHENA PRIME 35mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (L Mount, Drop-In Filter)
Key Features
  • Full-Frame | T1.9 to T22
  • 80mm Front Diameter
  • 10 Aperture Blades
  • 0.8 MOD Focus and Aperture Gears
Capture high-quality images using a full-frame camera with a Leica L mount with this NiSi ATHENA PRIME 35mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens. The lens features 10 aperture blades, micro-contrast control, and low chromatic aberration to highlight image details without distortion. It has an aperture range of T1.9 to T22 and an 80mm front diameter with minimal focus breathing.
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NiSi ATHENA Prime Cine 35mm T1.9 Overview

Capture high-quality images using a full-frame camera with a Leica L mount with this NiSi ATHENA PRIME 35mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens. The lens features 10 aperture blades, micro-contrast control, and low chromatic aberration to highlight image details without distortion. It has an aperture range of T1.9 to T22 and an 80mm front diameter with minimal focus breathing.

The focus ring is capable of rotating 300° for intuitive control. Markings on the lens are fluorescent and in both feet and meters. The lens has an ultra-wide 55.1° horizontal angle of view and a 46mm image circle to capture as many details as possible. An included drop-in filter mount places your lens filters of choice in between your camera sensor and lens body.

Features at a Glance
  • Maximum T1.9 aperture for deep depth of view and increased area of focus
  • 10 aperture blades for smooth, circular bokeh
  • 300° focus ring rotation
  • Fluorescent markings in feet and meters
  • 80mm front diameter
  • Drop-in filter mount
  • 11.8" minimum focusing distance
  • Industry-standard 0.8 MOD focus and aperture rings for use with follow focus systems

NiSi ATHENA Prime Cine 35mm T1.9 Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
35mm
Maximum Aperture
T1.9
Lens Mount
L-Mount
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Filter Thread
77 mm
Image Stabilization
No
Electronic Communication
No
Maximum Aperture
T1.9
Minimum Aperture
T22
Lens Mount
L-Mount
Interchangeable Mount
No
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Image Circle
46.0 mm
Angle of View
Full Frame
Diagonal: 64.3°
Horizontal: 55.1°
Vertical: 38.1°
Focus Scales
Metric, Imperial
Filter Thread
77 mm
Minimum Focus Distance
11.8" / 0.3 m
Aperture/Iris Blades
10
Image Stabilization
No
Gear Standard
0.8 MOD
Gear Rotation
Focus: 300°
Electronic Communication
No
Diameter
3.1" / 80 mm
Length
7" / 177.8 mm
Weight
3 lb / 1361 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.51 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.9 x 5.5 x 4.7"

NiSi ATHENA Prime Cine 35mm T1.9 Reviews

Great versatile lens

By Dan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-09-11

I got this NiSi lens with a few others to have in my kit for commercial and branded content work. The image is super clean and neutral which gives a lot of flexibility in the type of work I can do with it - whether corporate or something more artistic. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a versatile lens!

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Can't find any dimensions (other than filter ...

Can't find any dimensions (other than filter thread size) or weight to any of the Athena lenses- any clue?
Asked by: Dennis
The NiSi ATHENA PRIME 35mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (E Mount, Drop-In Filter) dimensions are listed below. Filter Size 77mm Front Diameter 80mm / 3.15" Length 81.3mm / 3.2" Weight 890g / 1.96lbs
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2024-08-18
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