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Capture high-quality images using a full-frame camera with an ARRI PL mount with this NiSi ATHENA PRIME 40mm 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.
Capture high-quality images using a full-frame camera with an ARRI PL mount with this NiSi ATHENA PRIME 40mm 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 40mm T1.9 Specs
Key Specs
Focal Length
40mm
Maximum Aperture
T1.9
Lens Mount
ARRI PL
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame (46 mm Image Circle)
Filter Thread
77 mm
Image Stabilization
No
Electronic Communication
No
Focal Length
40mm
Maximum Aperture
T1.9
Lens Mount
ARRI PL
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame (46 mm Image Circle)
Focus Scales
Metric, Imperial
Filter Thread
77 mm
Image Stabilization
No
Gear Standard
0.8 MOD
Gear Rotation
Focus: 300°
Electronic Communication
No
Diameter
Front: 3.1" / 80 mm
Length
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Weight
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.37 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.8 x 5.3 x 4.8"
NiSi ATHENA Prime Cine 40mm T1.9 Reviews
Amazing work horse cine lens
By Jesse
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-07-06
the Nisi cinema series with the drop filter is now my work horse lenses for shoots with the sony cameras. I've used cheaper photo lenses, as well as more expensive cinema lenses, and these strike the perfect balance of clean, crisp, commercial grade image while not being so precious or specific in their look. Plus I can't say enough about how great it is to just be able to drop the same filter into the back for an easy lens swap. Clients from all different levels tell me how impressed they are with the image quality.
My only complaint about the drop in is that you really want to make sure the larger variable filter wheel fits on your rig. It's not a problem for most larger rigs, but the cage I had on my A7s3 had to be removed in order for me to fit the lens on with the filter. Wasn't a problem on the FX3 cage, but something worth pointing out if you're a hybrid shooter.
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Is the ARRI PL different then a PL?
Is the ARRI PL different then a PL?
Asked by: Daniel
No, ARRI PL is an industry standard mounting system. LPL is different but not available with the NiSi ATHENA PRIME 40mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (ARRI PL).
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2024-09-22
the NiSi website says the PL version takes rear ...
the NiSi website says the PL version takes rear screw-on filters instead of drop-in filters. What size filters does it take?
Asked by: Francisco
The rear filters for the NiSi ATHENA PRIME 40mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (ARRI PL) are a proprietary size and can be found here: https://bhpho.to/3VcEFWx.
Answered by: Naftoli G
Date published: 2024-11-27
What is the mfd on this lens?
What is the mfd on this lens?
Asked by: William
The close focus on the NiSi ATHENA PRIME 40mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (ARRI PL) is 0.3m / 11.8".
Answered by: Tim Z
Date published: 2024-09-02
Do these lenses cover the 33x44 sensor of GFX ...
Do these lenses cover the 33x44 sensor of GFX cameras? Or, are they intended for crop video shooting?
Asked by: James
Literally says full frame in the title
Answered by: Matt
Date published: 2026-01-23
Does the Lumix S5mk2 and mk2x mount not allow ...
Does the Lumix S5mk2 and mk2x mount not allow room for the drop in filter when put on or to screw in properly?
Asked by: Craig
Yes, the drop-in filter goes into the lens in front of the mount of the NiSi ATHENA PRIME 40mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (Leica L, Drop-In Filter Mount) and will mount perfectly to the Panasonic Lumix S5II/S5IIx.
