Designed for the digital cinema market, the Leitz Cine 100mm T2.0 Summicron-C PL Mount Lens(C for cinema) features a stainless steel PL mount and provides a smaller, lighter, albeit slower option to the renowned Summilux-C series of lenses. The 100mm focal length is about twice that of a "normal" lens. The small size of the lens makes it suitable not only for regular production but also for stabilized rigs, aerial cinematography, and stereoscopic 3D capture. Projecting a useable image circle of 36mm in diameter, it is compatible with a variety of cameras that have sensors that are slightly larger than Super 35. The T2.0 maximum aperture is consistent among the range, so there is no concern about exposure variations when cutting between Summicron-C lenses. Each lens incorporates geared focus and iris control rings, which share the same position, so swapping lenses can be done without having to adjust your follow focus or lens control system.

The lens features an internal focus design, which means a non-rotating front perfect for clip-on matte boxes. A generous number of focus marks are distributed along the dual focus scales, and the 300° of focus rotation provides for accurate focus pulling. The 95mm diameter front is standard across all Summicron-C lenses, and, except for the 15mm and 135mm, they feature similar weight and the same length.

Covers Super 35mm (36mm Image Circle)    PL Mount    T2.0 to T22 Aperture Range    Geared Focus and Iris Control Rings    8-Blade Iris    Internal Focus Design (Helical Focus)    Shares Gear Position Across Lens Set    300° Focus Rotation    95mm Front Diameter    Weighs 2.7 Pounds

The Summicron-C lenses have an image circle of 36mm, which is more than generous enough to cover the sensors of many popular cameras, including the 6K Red Dragon Sensor, without vignetting. For reference, the image circle requirement for Super 35 is approximately 28mm.

The lens is telecentric, which helps reduce illumination fall-off from light hitting the sensor at a sever angle outside of the image circle.

The modern lens design as well as the cine manufacturing process and tight tolerances ensure low distortion, high resolution and excellent color rendition. Although made using spherical elements only, the Summicron-C lenses provide a sharp image with a naturalistic Bokeh.

The 300° of focus rotation provide for extremely accurate focus marks and focus pulls.

Consistent front diameter and shared focus and iris ring position from lens-to-lens in the series allow for faster lens changes requiring less adjustment of matte boxes and lens accessories.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the difference between this one and the apparent same model that sells for $5000 on your site?

A: This configuration of the Laowa Venus Optics OOOM 25-100mm T2.9 Cine Lens Bundle comes with the following accessories: - EF-mount bayonet - E-mount bayonet - Shims - Front and End Caps for every mount - Lens Cap with 3/8″ thread hole - Tools for mount conversions - Hard case with modular foam

Q: 2. Does this lens work with speed boosters like the Metabones Ultra?

A: It will not. This lens only covers up to an APS-C or Super35 Sensor and Speed Boosters require a full frame lens.

Q: 3. Does it work with a Nikon camera using an adapter to Nikon mount if it exists?

A: Sorry, no PL lens to Nikon mount adapter exists.

Q: 4. Since this says it covers a super35 sensor, is it 25-100mm on a super35 or would there still be a crop factor of ~1.5x (Making it 37.5-150mm)?

A: Yes, The native crop of a S35 sensor is about 1.5x. The view of the Venus Optics Laowa OOOM 25-100mm T2.9 Cine Lens would be 37-150mm.

Q: 5. Does this product include lens support? If not, is it fit with ARRI LS-9?

A: The Venus Optics Laowa OOOM 25-100mm T2.9 Cine Lens (PL Mount, Feet) (B&H# VE25100T29PL) comes with a Y-shaped holder which would typically be attached to a lens support. Depending on how you set it up, yes, it would be possible to use the ARRI LS-9 Lens Support for 19mm Studio Bridge Plate (B&H# ARK2.47227.0) as part of a means of support.

Q: 6. Does this include lens support? If not, is it fit screw size with ARRI LS-9?

A: The Venus Optics Laowa OOOM 25-100mm T2.9 Cine Lens (PL Mount, Feet) has a thread to accept a 15mm rod lens support like the Axler 15mm Rod Bridge Adapter BH #AXRAB15LWS • MFR #RAB-15LWS

Q: 7. Does this have any contacts for metadata?

A: The 7artisans Photoelectric 50mm T2.0 Spectrum Prime Cine Lens (RF Mount) does not have electrical contacts.

Q: 8. What focal length it will become when shouting in a crop mode, like 4k60 on S1?

A: In Super35 mode, the Viltrox 20mm will be more like a 30mm.

Q: 9. Will this work with the Fuji GFXs Medium format?

A: No, the SLR Magic 50mm 1.33x Anamorphot-CINE Lens (PL Mount) is not compatible with the FUJIFILM GFX cameras since it is designed for smaller sensors.

Q: 10. Does this include lens support? If not, is it fit screw size with ARRI Lens Support LS-9?

A: There is a lens support stud/foot on the bottom of the lens that will mate with any industry standard 15mm/19mm rod support system.