Cine Lenses
Thypoch has unveiled the new Simera-C 16mm T1.9 full-frame cine lens, available in E- and M-mounts, along with a Simera-C six-lens kit and custom foam inserts. The 16mm is now the widest focal length in the series, with a 106° field of view. At T1.9, it’s a tad slower than the T1.5 maximum aperture seen in the rest of the line, but still quite impressive for so wide a focal length. The 6-lens kit, also available in E- and M-mounts, contains the 16mm, 21mm, 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, and
Sigma expands their novel autofocus cine lens line with the new 28-105mm AF Cine T3 full frame zoom lens, available in E-mount or L-mount with markings in feet or meters. Based on the optical formula of the popular DG DN
Zeiss is paying tribute to some of their most popular legacy offerings with the new Aatma Prime T1.5 cine lenses. The nine focal lengths in the set draw inspiration from classic Planar, Distagon, and Sonnar photo lenses, balancing technical precision and character-rich rendering. Large format coverage and Zeiss eXtended Data compatibility means the Aatma lenses can also keep up with the demands of modern productions.
Leitz remains a classic name in the world of high-end cinema lenses, with refined optics that balance character and precision. Their new HEKTOR lineup brings that legacy to the mirrorless camera world, with six T2.1 manual cinema lenses that cover full-frame sensors and feature a gentle Petzval effect with corner swirl and fall off. The line includes an 18mm, 25mm, 35mm, 50mm, 73mm, and 100mm, available in a
Canon continues to innovate in the Cinema EOS line with the new C50, a compact, lightweight cinema camera capable of capturing 7K full-frame video in a 3:2 open gate mode, as well as a host of more traditional formats. Bundled with an XLR top handle that features a start-stop button and zoom rocker, the C50 represents the smallest Cinema EOS camera to date, yet is still chock full of features, codecs, and a dedicated
Infuse your full-frame cine-style footage with a unique look featuring vintage characteristics using the BLACKWING Tuned lenses from TRIBE7. Developed with modularly controlled distortion, each of the three series of these ARRI PL-mount lenses have distinct personalities that help you craft an atmospheric look for your story. TRIBE7 was founded as a collaboration between artist and Academy Award-nominated cinematographer Bradford Young, ASC, and motion picture camera and lens technologist Neil Fanthom.
The announcement of DZOFilm’s X-Tract 18-28mm T8 probe lens marked an exciting development in the growing probe category by introducing the ability to zoom in and out, allowing users to adjust the field of view while keeping the lens in place. At launch, the only iteration had a forward-facing direct view. Now, DZOFilm has formally unveiled
Two years after the announcement of their landmark ATHENA PRIME series, NiSi is back at NAB unveiling a fresh set of fast, lightweight lenses known as the AUREUS PRIME series. These new T1.4 full-frame cinema lenses are designed to be sharp, consistent, and ideal for modern large format sensors. The launch includes five focal lengths—18mm, 24mm, 35mm, 50mm, and 85mm—but more are already in development, including a 29mm, 65mm, and 105mm. The lenses are
Venus Optic’s Laowa-branded lenses have innovated been innovators in the anamorphic space for years, and their new line of Proteus 2x Anamorphic T2.9 Zoom Lenses, consisting of 26-45mm and 45-85mm lenses at launch, represents an exciting step forward. Laowa promises these PL-mount lenses exhibit minimal focus breathing, impressive sharpness even when wide open, and excellent parfocal abilities, a must for cine zooms. Each lens weighs just
If you’re a storyteller who appreciates the rich, appealing natural look of classic films, Tokina’s new Vista-C Prime Lenses have you covered. This set of nine primes ranging from 18mm to 135mm combines a unique vintage look with the ease of a modern lens design, offering coverage for up to full-frame and large format sensors including VistaVision.
Sirui unveiled their new Vision Prime T1.4 full-frame cine lens series alongside a 20mm T1.8 anamorphic lens. The Vision Prime series kicks off with a 24mm, 35mm, and 50mm T1.4 lenses. The Vision Primes are Sony E-mount out of the box but include a set of user-changeable RF-, Z-, and L-mounts. Sirui’s other announcement, the 20mm T1.8 1.33x autofocus anamorphic lens, is the widest focal length we’ve seen with anamorphic AF lenses, a burgeoning category that so far
There are countless brands putting out budget-friendly cinema lenses at the moment, but DZOFilm has separated itself from the pack with quality and consistency. Now the brand is making its biggest play yet at the professional space with the DZOFilm Arles series, T1.4 cinema lenses that cover full-frame and Vista Vision sensors. The look of the Arles attempts to bridge the gap between
Despite offering premium image quality and professional design, not all cine lenses demand a premium cost. In fact, if you know where to look and what you’re looking for, you can snag some truly solid optics at a relatively affordable price. Today, we’ll be looking at some of the best budget-friendly wide-angle cine lenses on the market.
Rokinon 14mm T3.1 Cine DS Lens
In recent years, Rokinon has solidified itself as an excellent solution for anyone looking for budget-friendly cine lenses that offer professional and reliable optics. The
Cooke changed the cinema game last year with the release of their lauded SP3 series of lenses, which matched the look of the legendary Cooke Panchro Classic lenses, but were available at a fraction of the size and cost. Now, Cooke is back with the all-new Cooke SP3 18mm T2.4, the widest SP3 yet, and an exciting addition to what was already one of the best sets of compact cine lenses on the market. Now available as a