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ZEISS 28-80mm T2.9 Compact Zoom CZ.2 Lens (PL Mount)

BH #ZECZ2T2928PF • MFR #2008-988
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Key Features
  • Full-Frame Coverage (36 x 24 mm)
  • No Focus Shift Over the Zoom Range
  • Robust Cine-Style Housing
  • Calibrated Focus Scales
The ZEISS 28-80mm T2.9 Compact Zoom CZ.2 Lens with PL Mount is a standard zoom lens that is optimized for motion picture production. The lens offers full-frame (36 x 24 mm) coverage and exhibits no focus shift over the zoom range. The cine-style housing features calibrated focus scales and industry standard gearing for focus, iris and zoom. At 7.72" long and with a weight of 5.5 lb, the 28-80mm is relatively compact and lightweight, which makes it ideal for handheld and Steadicam applications. The lens features a built-in lens support post, with 3/8" threading for use with available lens supports.
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ZEISS CZ.2 28-80mm T2.9 (ft) Overview

The ZEISS 28-80mm T2.9 Compact Zoom CZ.2 Lens with PL Mount is a standard zoom lens that is optimized for motion picture production. The lens offers full-frame (36 x 24 mm) coverage and exhibits no focus shift over the zoom range. The cine-style housing features calibrated focus scales and industry standard gearing for focus, iris and zoom. At 7.72" long and with a weight of 5.5 lb, the 28-80mm is relatively compact and lightweight, which makes it ideal for handheld and Steadicam applications. The lens features a built-in lens support post, with 3/8" threading for use with available lens supports.

ZEISS Compact Zooms utilize T* anti-reflex coating and internal light traps to suppress flare, and a circular iris renders attractive bokeh. Interchangeable lens mounts are available in PL, Canon EF, Nikon F, Micro 4/3, and Sony E, which means that users are not locked into a single camera system. A range of mounting options and 4K ready optics make the 28-80mm Compact Zoom a versatile and virtually "future proof" lens.

Full-frame coverage (36 x 24 mm)
No focus shift over the zoom range
Robust cine-style housing and calibrated focus scales
T* anti-reflex coating and internal light traps suppress flare
Circular shape of iris
Interchangeable lens mounts
Imperial measurements

ZEISS CZ.2 28-80mm T2.9 (ft) Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
28 to 80mm
Maximum Aperture
T2.9
Lens Mount
ARRI PL
Lens Format Coverage
Full Frame
Image Stabilization
No
Electronic Communication
No
Maximum Aperture
T2.9
Minimum Aperture
T22
Lens Mount
ARRI PL
Interchangeable Mount
Yes
Lens Format Coverage
Full Frame
Image Circle
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Angle of View
Full Frame
Horizontal: 66 to 25°
MFT
Horizontal: 34 to 12°
Super 35
Horizontal: 48 to 18°
Focus Scales
Imperial
Zoom Ratio
2.8x
Minimum Focus Distance
From Unspecified Point in Lens: 2.67' / 0.83 m
Diaphragm Blades
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Image Stabilization
No
Gear Standard
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Electronic Communication
No
Diameter
Front: 3.7" / 95 mm
Length
7.72" / 196 mm
Weight
5.5 lb / 2.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
9 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.488 x 12.677 x 12.205"

ZEISS CZ.2 28-80mm T2.9 (ft) Reviews

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Is there a Cooke/i or Zeiss XD port?

Is there a Cooke/i or Zeiss XD port?
Asked by: Philipp
No this lens series does not have any data ports. They are not smart lenses and were introduced before XD technology was developed.
Answered by: ZEISS Camera Lenses
Date published: 2022-03-29

is this auto focus?

is this auto focus?
Asked by: Richard
No, this is a full manual cinema lens. The mount is interchangeable, so it can be used on various camera systems.
Answered by: ZEISS Camera Lenses
Date published: 2024-06-23

question

can i get a servo on this lens?
Asked by: Anonymous
The zoom is manual. You would need to use a 3rd party controller to add servo zoom.
Answered by: Dana G.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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